Here We Stand The Bride of the Reformation: Wibrandis Rosenblatt (1504–1564)
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Oct 5, 2024 Explore the remarkable life of Wibrandis Rosenblatt, a resilient woman intertwined with the Reformation. From her early marriage and widowhood to her roles as wife and mother in a time of upheaval, each chapter reveals her strength. Discover her marriages to influential Reformation figures and her management of household challenges, including the loss to plague. Delve into her letters showcasing her sharp wit and agency, and witness her enduring legacy amid the trials of her era.
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Early Widowhood and New Roles
- Wibrandis married young and was widowed soon after, becoming a mother while still in her early twenties.
- Her early widowhood set the stage for her to enter the circle of Reformation leaders and reshape pastoral family life.
Clerical Marriage As Reformation Practice
- Clerical marriage became a visible new model among Reformers, reshaping pastoral service and community expectations.
- Wibrandis' marriage to Ocolampadius exemplified how marriage joined pastoral ministry with household discipleship.
Mothering Across Marriages
- Wibrandis bore children with Ocolampadius and later Capito, folding children from previous marriages into growing households.
- Her domestic leadership balanced household management with deep involvement in her husbands' ministries.
