Women and Slavery in the New Testament and Early Church: Dr. Lynn Cohick
Theology in the Raw
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Women's Roles in the Early Church
This chapter examines the roles and experiences of freed women in the early church after the New Testament era, highlighting their complex social status and contributions. It explores the intersections of marriage, power dynamics, and household codes within the Greco-Roman context, particularly regarding the implications of relationships between freed women and their former owners. Furthermore, the chapter discusses the broader social attitudes towards slavery and violence in antiquity, drawing connections to modern issues of authority and abuse.
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