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Fall Girl: Theology, Gender, and How Eve Ruined Us All

Women Who Went Before

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Women in Early Christian Theology

This chapter examines the depiction of women in early Christian literature and theology, focusing on harmful stereotypes like The Devil's Gateway and The Bride of Christ. It critiques how these narratives shaped societal expectations of femininity and restricted women's identities and agency, while also highlighting the overlooked contributions of women in early Christian movements. By analyzing biblical interpretations and theological writings, the chapter reveals a nuanced landscape of women's roles that challenges traditional hierarchies within the faith.

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