Ancient Ephesus Archives

The Regalia of Artemis Ephesia

by Marg | Jul 23, 2016 | 1 Timothy 2:12, All Posts on Equality, Greco-Roman Culture | 16

This essay looks at the distinctive appearance of Artemis of Ephesus, and at what her items of clothing symbolise. A short history of the goddess is also included to help explain her importance and power.

At Home with Priscilla and Aquila

by Marg | Nov 11, 2015 | All Posts on Equality, Bible Women, Paul and Women, Women in Ministry | 6

What does the ministry of Priscilla and Aquila to Apollos reveal? (Acts 18:18-28). How did others feel about the couple and their ministry? (Romans 16:3-5)

Adam and Eve in Ancient Gnostic Literature and 1 Timothy 2:13-14

by Marg | Mar 9, 2015 | 1 Timothy 2:12, All Posts on Equality, Church History, Paul and Women | 13

In this post I provide links to ancient Gnostic works which present Eve in a very different light to that of the Bible. Do these works help us to better understand Paul’s intent in 1 Timothy 2:13-14?

The prominence of women in the cults of Ephesus

by Marg | Sep 20, 2014 | 1 Timothy 2:12, All Posts on Equality, Greco-Roman Culture, Paul and Women | 13

Some Ephesian women held the position of high-priestess (and other offices) in pagan cults. Did this culture of prominent women influence Christian women to behave inappropriately in the Christian community of Ephesus?