Women and Slavery in the New Testament and Early Church: Dr. Lynn Cohick
Theology in the Raw
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Women in the Early Church: Leadership and Legacy
This chapter explores the pivotal role women played in the early church, particularly focusing on Phoebe, a deacon in the Church of Kincrea, and her impact as a carrier of Paul's letters. It interrogates cultural norms around gender and leadership, highlighting how early Christianity challenged traditional hierarchies through concepts of servant leadership. The discussion emphasizes the need to reexamine women's contributions and narratives within the New Testament, advocating for a more egalitarian perspective on gender roles in history and theology.
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