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[Bible] Episode 302: Julie Faith Parker - How Interpretation Made Eve a Villain

The Bible For Normal People

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Reinterpreting Biblical Gender Roles

This chapter explores the concept of patriarchy in the biblical context, particularly through the story of Rebecca in Genesis 24, and offers alternative interpretations that emphasize women's equality. It highlights the need for careful reading of biblical texts to uncover nuanced understandings of figures like Eve and Mary, while addressing the repercussions of harmful interpretations on gender inequality and discrimination.

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