Ivone Gebara (born 1944) is a Roman Catholic nun, philosopher, and feminist theologian, from Brazil, known for her academic contributions on Liberation Theology. The focus of Liberation Theology itself is related to social justice, dealing with problems of poverty, inequality, and oppression. Gebara's theological thinking aligns with the principles of Liberation Theology which emphasizes the importance of efforts to link the Christian faith with the lives of people who are hurt by social and economic injustice, as well as solidarity with the poor and oppressed. Apart from that, Gebara also added theological reflections on other challenges related to contextual theology, ecology, and feminism. He provides critical notes regarding patriarchal structures in society and the Church and supports the need for critical reflection in the form of inclusive and egalitarian interpretations of women's experiences to create gender equality.

By learning from the theological thought of Ivone Gebara, who developed an interdisciplinary approach to combine theology, feminism, and her concern for social and ecological justice, we want to reflect on the contextual challenges related to the role of women in Indonesia, especially in Toba Batak culture, concerning gender inequality and patriarchal norms. In this case, we want to use Gebara's thoughts as a basis for enriching the public narrative and supporting feminist education and awareness for social change in Toba Batak society.

Contextualization of Gebara's thoughts in Indonesia, especially in Toba Batak culture, will support movements and awareness of religious norms, as well as encourage open discussions regarding the role of women in a pluralistic society. Din the shadow of a solid custom, Toba Batak was treated under the authority of a man, whether husband or brother and limited to just being a parhobas (servant) for every family event. Gebara's thoughts will inspire to overcome the challenges of gender inequality through women's empowerment and inclusive human values ​​in a culture of open dialogue to achieve personal and social transformation that is inclusive, fair, and sustainable, following the socio-cultural context of the Toba Batak in Indonesia.