The term "women-children" is not explicitly found in the Berean Standard Bible or other major translations of the Bible. However, the concept can be explored through the biblical understanding of women and children as distinct yet interconnected groups within the family and community structures of ancient Israel and the early Christian church.

Biblical Context

In biblical times, women and children were often mentioned together, reflecting their roles and status within the family and society. The family unit was central to Israelite culture, and both women and children were considered integral to its functioning and continuity. The Bible provides numerous examples of the roles and responsibilities of women and children, as well as the care and protection they were afforded.

Women in the Bible

Women in the Bible held various roles, from matriarchs and prophetesses to queens and servants. They were responsible for managing the household, raising children, and supporting their husbands. Proverbs 31:10-31 provides a detailed description of a virtuous woman, highlighting her industriousness, wisdom, and fear of the Lord. Women like Sarah, Rebekah, Rachel, and Leah were pivotal in the Abrahamic lineage, while figures such as Deborah (Judges 4-5) and Esther (Book of Esther) played significant roles in the history of Israel.

The New Testament continues to recognize the importance of women, with figures like Mary, the mother of Jesus, and Mary Magdalene, who was the first to witness the resurrected Christ (John 20:11-18). The Apostle Paul acknowledges the contributions of women in the early church, mentioning individuals such as Phoebe, a deaconess, and Priscilla, who, along with her husband Aquila, was a fellow worker in Christ Jesus (Romans 16:1-4).

Children in the Bible

Children are viewed as a blessing from the Lord, as expressed in Psalm 127:3, "Children are indeed a heritage from the LORD, and the fruit of the womb is His reward." The Bible emphasizes the importance of raising children in the knowledge and fear of the Lord. Deuteronomy 6:6-7 instructs parents to diligently teach God's commandments to their children.

Jesus' attitude towards children is notably compassionate and affirming. In Matthew 19:14, He says, "Let the little children come to Me, and do not hinder them! For the kingdom of heaven belongs to such as these." This statement underscores the value and significance of children in the eyes of God.

Interconnected Roles

The interconnectedness of women and children is evident in the biblical narrative. Women, as mothers and caregivers, played a crucial role in the upbringing and spiritual formation of children. The nurturing and instructive roles of women were vital for the transmission of faith and cultural values from one generation to the next.

In times of crisis or judgment, women and children are often mentioned together, highlighting their vulnerability and the need for protection. For example, in the context of war or divine judgment, the Bible sometimes refers to sparing women and children, as seen in Deuteronomy 20:14, which provides instructions for the treatment of non-combatants in warfare.

Conclusion

While the specific term "women-children" is not used in the Bible, the Scriptures provide a comprehensive view of the roles and significance of women and children within the biblical narrative. Their interconnectedness is a testament to the family structure ordained by God, where each member plays a vital role in the community of faith.

Article ix: of Baptism.
... all nations. Just as here salvation is offered to all, so Baptism is offered
to all, to men, women, children, infants. It clearly ...
/.../melanchthon/the apology of the augsburg confession/part 12 article ix of.htm

David's Anger
... like the lawless lords of his time; those like Saul, who smote the city of the priests
for having given David food"men and women, children and sucklings ...
//christianbookshelf.org/kingsley/david/sermon iii davids anger.htm

A Path in the Sea
... At all events, we have to think of these two millions of people"women, children,
and followers"plunging into the depths in the night. What a scene! ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture k/a path in the sea.htm

The Scriptures
... They have given out a law concerning Scripture, as Pharaoh did the midwives, concerning
the Hebrew women's children, to strangle it in the birth; but God has ...
//christianbookshelf.org/watson/a body of divinity/2 the scriptures.htm

The Winsome Jesus.
... The Face of Jesus: Jesus drew crowds, men, women, children, bad people,
enemies"His personality"face"impress of experiences"the glory of God in that ...
//christianbookshelf.org/gordon/quiet talks about jesus/3 the winsome jesus.htm

Our Mary and the Child-Mummy
... See [194]Note. When the four quarters of the world shall rise,. Men, women, children,
at the judgment-time,. Perchance this Memphian girl, dead ere her prime,. ...
/.../palgrave/the treasury of sacred song/ccccxiv our mary and the.htm

Titus i. 4-Jan
... what will he have to suffer who offends so many souls, whole cities and populations,
and multitudes of families, [1452] men, women, children, citizens, and ...
/.../homily i titus i 4-jan.htm

1 Timothy iii. 4-Jan
... and as in a house there are children and wife and domestics, and the man has rule
over them all; just so in the Church there are women, children, servants. ...
/.../homily x 1 timothy iii.htm

Apocryphal Traditions.
... handsome, yet certainly noble, lovely, manly, healthy and vigorous, looking like
a prophet, commanding reverence, making men, women, children, sick and poor ...
/.../history of the christian church volume i/section 18 apocryphal traditions.htm

A Memorial Sketch by John Watson (Ian Maclaren)
... would, in early days, if you please, gaze steadfastly into a window, in the High
Street of Edinburgh, till a little crowd of men, women, children, and workmen ...
//christianbookshelf.org/drummond/the ideal life/a memorial sketch by john.htm

Women-children (1 Occurrence)
Women-children. Women, Women-children. Women-concubines . Multi-Version
Concordance Women-children (1 Occurrence). Numbers ...
/w/women-children.htm - 6k

Nursing (14 Occurrences)
... 1 Samuel 22:19 He struck Nob, the city of the priests, with the edge of the sword,
both men and women, children and nursing babies, and cattle and donkeys and ...
/n/nursing.htm - 13k

Women-concubines (1 Occurrence)
Women-concubines. Women-children, Women-concubines. Women's . Multi-Version
Concordance ... (YLT). Women-children, Women-concubines. Women's . Reference Bible
/w/women-concubines.htm - 6k

Babies (16 Occurrences)
... 1 Samuel 22:19 He struck Nob, the city of the priests, with the edge of the sword,
both men and women, children and nursing babies, and cattle and donkeys and ...
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Sucklings (18 Occurrences)
... 1 Samuel 22:19 And Nob, the city of the priests, smote he with the edge of the sword,
both men and women, children and sucklings, and oxen, and asses, and sheep ...
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Suckling (19 Occurrences)
... 1 Samuel 22:19 And Nob, the city of the priests, smote he with the edge of the sword,
both men and women, children and sucklings, and oxen, and asses, and sheep ...
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Nob (6 Occurrences)
... 1 Samuel 22:19 He struck Nob, the city of the priests, with the edge of the sword,
both men and women, children and nursing babies, and cattle and donkeys and ...
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Donkeys (71 Occurrences)
... 1 Samuel 22:19 He struck Nob, the city of the priests, with the edge of the sword,
both men and women, children and nursing babies, and cattle and donkeys and ...
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Asses (68 Occurrences)
... 1 Samuel 22:19 And Nob, the city of the priests, smote he with the edge of the sword,
both men and women, children and sucklings, and oxen, and asses, and sheep ...
/a/asses.htm - 29k

Breast (71 Occurrences)
... 1 Samuel 22:19 And Nob, the town of the priests, he put to the sword, all the men
and women, children and babies at the breast, and oxen and asses and sheep. ...
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