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Finding Phoebe: What New Testament Women Were Really Like.

Authors :
Ferda, Tucker S.
Source :
Reviews in Religion & Theology. Feb-Apr2024, Vol. 31 Issue 1/2, p55-58. 4p.
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

The text is a book review of "Finding Phoebe: What New Testament Women Were Really Like" by Susan E. Hylen. The reviewer praises the book for challenging the view that women in the New Testament period were subordinate and unable to exercise authority. Hylen argues that women owned property, made decisions about it, and were active contributors to community life. The reviewer appreciates Hylen's accessible approach and pedagogical style, but suggests that more attention could have been given to the differing perspectives on women's roles in the New Testament. Overall, the book is recommended for its nuanced historical argument and its exploration of the complexities of the cultural world of the New Testament. [Extracted from the article]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
13507303
Volume :
31
Issue :
1/2
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Reviews in Religion & Theology
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
177320849
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1111/rirt.14304