The Top Ten

Who were the ten women in the Bible who spoke the most? While it's tempting to suggest some of the best known women in the Bible (Mary Magdalene; Mary, Sarah, Eve, etc.) none of them come close to being on the list. None of the women in the New Testament make the cut, and many of the top ten may...

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A Halloween Meditation: The Witch of Endor

What do we really know about witches? Tragically, throughout much of history, witches have been tortured—and in the name of religion. Yet the only witch in the Bible, the Witch of Endor (1 Samuel 28:3-25), was a kind and compassionate soul who brought light to a troubled king. Her story, unknown to most contemporary Christians and Jews, has been noted with great...

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Bible Women: Bright Lights in the Freezing Darkness

Bible women suffer horrible loss, and at times are like pawns moved around on a patriarchal chess board, but they remain bright lights in sacred history. Ever wonder what it was like for women in biblical times? We know this much: life was exceedingly tough, especially in the violent pre-monarchy years. Women were routinely assigned marriage partners by their fathers or brothers for...

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Over the Transom: God’s Surprise Agents

What do we know about Bible women? Research conclusion #3: They come “over the transom,” as God’s surprise agents. In the days before central heating and air-conditioning, hotel rooms sported a large pane of glass over each guest’s doorway that could be opened for heat or fresh air. Old movies were famous for showing thieves, con men and lovers propelling themselves...

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