Men and Women in Genesis 1
Genesis 1 tells us about God’s creation of humanity and the equal status and authority of men and women. This message of equality is lost in some interpretations tainted by influences from the ancient Greeks.
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by Marg | Aug 31, 2013 | All Posts on Equality, Gender in Genesis 1-3 | 5
Genesis 1 tells us about God’s creation of humanity and the equal status and authority of men and women. This message of equality is lost in some interpretations tainted by influences from the ancient Greeks.
Read Moreby Marg | Oct 20, 2012 | All Posts on Equality, Equality in Marriage, Gender in Genesis 1-3 | 41
In support of their views of male authority and female submission, hierarchical complementarians place a great deal of importance on the created order of man first, woman second, given in Genesis 2.
Read Moreby Marg | Dec 28, 2010 | All Posts on Equality, Equality in Marriage, Gender in Genesis 1-3 | 8
How does the Septuagint translate “a suitable helper for him” in Genesis 2:18 and 2:20? In particular, what is the Greek word translated as “helper” here?
Read Moreby Marg | Mar 8, 2010 | All Posts on Equality, Equality in Marriage, Gender in Genesis 1-3 | 29
In the past, many people have had a narrow and lowly view of the meaning of “helper” (ezer) used for Eve in Genesis 2:18 & 20. How is ezer used elsewhere in the Hebrew Old Testament?
Read Moreby Marg | Aug 1, 2009 | Bible Study Notes, Christology, The Gospel of John: Chapters 1-10 | 0
John’s prologue to his Gospel is rich in theology. What did John mean by referring to Jesus as the Word (or logos)? Why did he call Jesus the light?
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