Topical Encyclopedia In the biblical narrative, women hold a significant and multifaceted role, reflecting both the cultural contexts of the times and the divine purposes ascribed to them. From the creation account to the early church, women are portrayed as integral to God's plan, embodying virtues such as faith, courage, and wisdom.Creation and the Fall The Bible begins with the creation of humanity, where both man and woman are made in the image of God. Genesis 1:27 states, "So God created man in His own image; in the image of God He created him; male and female He created them." This foundational verse establishes the inherent dignity and equality of women alongside men. In Genesis 2, the creation of Eve from Adam's rib signifies companionship and partnership, as Adam declares, "This is now bone of my bones and flesh of my flesh" (Genesis 2:23). The Fall introduces a distortion of the original harmony, with consequences affecting both genders. Genesis 3:16 speaks of increased pain in childbirth and a dynamic of relational tension: "Your desire will be for your husband, and he will rule over you." This verse has been interpreted in various ways, often seen as descriptive of the fallen state rather than prescriptive of God's ideal. Women in the Old Testament Throughout the Old Testament, women are depicted in diverse roles. Matriarchs like Sarah, Rebekah, Rachel, and Leah are pivotal in the unfolding of God's covenant promises. Women such as Miriam, Deborah, and Esther emerge as leaders and deliverers, demonstrating courage and faithfulness. Deborah, a prophetess and judge, is noted for her leadership in a time of national crisis (Judges 4-5). The Proverbs 31 woman is often highlighted as an exemplar of virtue, industry, and wisdom. Proverbs 31:30 states, "Charm is deceptive and beauty is fleeting, but a woman who fears the LORD is to be praised." Women in the New Testament In the New Testament, women continue to play vital roles in the life and ministry of Jesus and the early church. Mary, the mother of Jesus, is honored for her obedience and faith. Her Magnificat (Luke 1:46-55) reflects deep theological insight and devotion. Jesus' interactions with women often broke cultural norms, affirming their worth and dignity. He engaged in meaningful conversations with women such as the Samaritan woman at the well (John 4) and Mary and Martha (Luke 10:38-42). Women were also the first to witness and proclaim the resurrection of Christ (Matthew 28:1-10). In the early church, women like Priscilla, Phoebe, and Lydia are noted for their contributions to ministry and the spread of the Gospel. Romans 16:1-2 commends Phoebe as a "servant of the church in Cenchreae" and a benefactor to many. Theological Reflections The biblical portrayal of women underscores their equal value before God and their essential role in His redemptive plan. While certain passages have been interpreted to suggest distinct roles within the family and church, the overarching narrative affirms the spiritual equality and giftedness of women. Ephesians 5:22-33 discusses the relationship between husbands and wives, emphasizing mutual love and respect, with Christ's sacrificial love for the church as the model. This passage, along with others, has been the subject of extensive theological reflection and discussion. In conclusion, the Bible presents a rich tapestry of women's experiences and contributions, inviting believers to honor and uphold the dignity and calling of women in accordance with God's design. Nave's Topical Index 2 Kings 9:30-37And when Jehu was come to Jezreel, Jezebel heard of it; and she painted her face, and tired her head, and looked out at a window. Nave's Topical Index Greek 1126. graodes -- characteristic of old women, anile ... characteristic of old women, anile. Part of Speech: Adjective Transliteration: graodes Phonetic Spelling: (grah-o'-dace) Short Definition: belonging to old women ... //strongsnumbers.com/greek2/1126.htm - 6k 3137. Maria -- Mary, the name of several Christian women 4677. Sousanna -- "lily," Susanna, one of the women accompanying ... 4245. presbuteros -- elder 4247. presbutis -- an aged woman 3062. loipos -- the rest, the remaining 3501b. neos, neoteros -- young, new 243. allos -- other, another 1401. doulos -- a slave 2351. thorubos -- an uproar Strong's Hebrew 8559. Tamar -- daughter-in-law of Judah, also two Israelite women ...... daughter-in-law of Judah, also two Israelite women, also a place South of the Dead Sea. ... women, also a place S. of the Dead Sea NASB Word Usage Tamar (25). Tamar. ... /hebrew/8559.htm - 6k 5711. Adah -- two non-Isr. women 4435. Milkah -- two Israelite women 5961. alamoth -- (soprano voices of) young women 293. Achinoam -- "my brother is delight," two Israelite women 26. Abigayil -- "my father is joy," two Israelite women 8019b. Shelomith -- the name of two Israelite women 1683. Deborah -- two Israelite women 5806. Azubah -- two Israelite women 1067. bekirah -- first-born (always of women) Library On the Apparel of Women Women of Early Christianity The Ministry of Women Whether the Adornment of Women is Devoid of Mortal Sin? Vindication of Christian Women. Commandments to Women. Women Adorned with Good Work Some Impudent Women English Women. July 5. Chel. The Court of the Women. Resources What does the Bible have to say about women missionaries? | GotQuestions.orgWhat can we learn from what the Bible says about Jesus and women? | GotQuestions.org Since women preachers can be just as good as men, doesn't that mean they are called to preach? | GotQuestions.org Women: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Subtopics Women are Courteous to Strangers Women are Tender to Her offspring Women of the Body (Ekklesia) of Christ Women: A Persian Queen Sat on a Throne Beside Her King Women: Active in Instigating to Iniquity Women: As Prophets: Philip's Four Unmarried Daughters Women: Athaliah, in Destroying the Royal Household and Usurping the Throne Women: Bath-Sheba, in Her Adultery, in Becoming the Wife of Her Husband's Murderer Women: Consecrated Jewels to Tabernacle Women: Converted by Preaching of Paul Women: Could not Marry Without the Consent of Parents Women: Deborah, a Judge, Prophetess, and Military Leader Women: Delilah, in Her Conspiracy Against Samson Women: Difference in Ceremonies Made Between Male and Female Children Women: Dinah, in Her Fornication Women: Eve, in Yielding to Temptation and Seducing Her Husband Women: Fall of, and Curse Upon Women: First to Whom the Risen Lord Appeared Women: Fond of Self-Indulgence Women: Forbidden to Wear Men's Costume Women: Gomer, the Adulterous Wife of Hosea Women: had Separate Apartments in Dwellings Women: Haman's Wife, in Advising Him to Hang Mordecai Women: Hannah, the Mother of Samuel Women: Help in Defensive Operations Women: Herodias, in Her Incestuous Marriage With Herod Antipas Women: Herodius, by Indirectly Causing John the Baptist to be Decapitated Women: Jezebel, in Her Conspiracy Against Naboth, to Cheat Him out of his Vineyard Women: Jezebel, in Her Evil Counsels To, and Influence Over, Ahab Women: Jezebel, in Her Persecution and Destruction of the Prophets of the Lord Women: Jezebel, in Her Persecution of Elijah Women: Job's Wife, in Suggesting to Him That he Curse God and Die Women: Leah, in Her Imitation of Rachel in the Matter of Children Women: Lot's Wife, in Her Rebellion Against Her Situation, and Against the Destruction of Sodom Women: Michal, in Her Derision of David's Religious Zeal Women: Miriam, in Her Sedition With Aaron Against Moses Women: Not to be Given in Marriage Was Considered a Calamity Women: Patriotic: The Women of Israel Women: Patriotic: The Women of the Philistines Women: Peninnah, the Wife of Elkanah, in Her Jealous Taunting of Hannah Women: Potiphar's Wife, in Her Lascivious Lust and Slander Against Joseph Women: Property Rights of in Inheritance Women: Property Rights of To Sell Real Estate Women: Punishment for Seducing, when not Betrothed Women: Punishment to be Inflicted Upon Men for Seducing, when Betrothed Women: Purifications of After Childbirth Women: Purifications of After Menstruation Women: Rachel, in Her Jealousy of Leah Women: Rachel, in Stealing Images Women: Religious Privileges of, Among Early Christians Women: Required to Attend to the Reading of the Law of Moses Women: Rules for Dress of Christian Women: Sapphira, in Her Blasphemous Falsehood Women: Sarah, in Her Jealousy and Malice Toward Hagar Women: Silly, and Easily Led Into Error Women: Social Status of in Persia Women: Social Status of in Roman Customs Women: Sold for Husband's Debts Women: Solomon's Wives, in Their Idolatrous and Wicked Influence Over Solomon Women: Symbolical of Wickedness Women: Tended Flocks and Herds Women: The Cannibalistic Mothers of Samaria Women: The Daughters of Lot, in Their Incestuous Lust Women: The Midianite Woman in the Camp of Israel, Taken in Adultery Women: The Philippian Christians Women: The Shunammite Woman, Who Gave Hospitality to Elisha Women: The Sodomites of the Southern Kingdom (Judah) Women: The Widow Who Put Her Two Mite (Small Coins, Greek: Leptas) Into the Treasury Women: The Woman Caught in the Act of Adultery and Brought to Jesus in the Temple Women: Took Part in Ancient Worship Women: Treated With Cruelty in War Women: Unclassified Scriptures Relating To Women: Virtuous, Held in High Estimation Women: Wicked: Commits Forgery Women: Wicked: Full of Deceit and Licentiousness Women: Wicked: Silly and Wayward Women: Wicked: Zeal of, in Licentious Practices of Idolatry Women: Widow of Zarephath, Who Fed Elijah During the Famine Women: Worshiped in Separate Compartments Women: Zealous in Promoting Superstition and Idolatry Women: Zipporah, in Her Persecution of Moses on Account of his Religious Obligations Related Terms Women-servants (21 Occurrences) |
    |