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"Such" vs. "Other"
By: Jeff Miller | June 30, 2010
Some interpreters have argued that Paul himself considered his words limiting women directly applicable not only to the women of Corinth (in the case of 1 Cor. 14) and Ephesus (in the case of 1 Tim. 2), but to all women in his era.
First Corinthians 7: Paul's Neglected Treatise on Gender
By: Ronald W. Pierce | July 30, 2009
A focused study of 1 Corinthians 7:1–40 by an evangelical addressing Paul’s extensive call for mutuality in marriage and singleness as it relates to the contemporary gender debate.
1 Corinthians 14
By: Dr. Mimi Haddad, President of CBE International | March 25, 2009
Many of us were raised in churches that taught that women should be silent in the church because of the teachings of Paul in 1 Corinthians 14:34. When we read the passage, sure enough, we see the following words on the pages of the Bible, “Women should remain silent in the churches. They are not allowed to [...]
When Gifting is Denied
By: Robyn Claydon, David Claydon | August 1, 2008
The church’s outreach to the world is enhanced when the gifts given to all God’s people, including laity, women and youth, are affirmed and utilized. Ministry needs to be based on gifting not gender, on witnessing not categories, on biblical teaching not status. When gifting is denied because of gender, status, or age, [...]
Equality and Justice in Marriage: Oxymoron or a Biblical Ideal
By: Lidija Novakovic | September 1, 2007
In this lecture, Novakovic asks: is marriage a category "beyond justice?" She examines the biblical foundation of marriage in the Old Testament before looking at New Testament verses about equality and justice. Finally, she examines the relationship between affection and justice in modern marriages.
Short Answers to Challenging Texts: 1 Corinthians 14:34-35
By: Allison J. Young | July 30, 2007
A brief summary of an egalitarian approach to 1 Corinthians 14:34-35.
Short Answers to Challenging Texts: 1 Corinthians 11:2-16
By: Allison J. Young | July 30, 2007
A brief summary of an egalitarian approach to 1 Corinthians 11:2-16.
A Meta-Study of the Debate over the Meaning of “Head” (Kephalē) in Paul’s Writings
By: Alan F. Johnson | October 31, 2006
Since the middle of the twentieth century there has been an ongoing, sometimes acrimonious debate over the meaning of “head” (Greek, kephalē) in Paul’s letters, especially 1 Corinthians 11:3 and Ephesians 5:23. This article is an attempt to review the most significant scholarly literature that has emerged in the debate and to summarize each without critique.
Wild Hair and Gender Equality in 1 Corinthians 11:2–16
By: Philip B. Payne | July 31, 2006
C. F. D. Moule wrote that the problems raised by 1 Corinthians 11:2-16 “still await a really convincing explanation.” G. B. Caird added, “It can hardly be said that the passage has yet surrendered its secret.” W. Meeks regarded it as “one of the most obscure passages in the Pauline letters.”
Book Review: Alan Johnson's 1 Corinthians
By: Cynthia Long Westfall | April 30, 2006
Alan Johnson's work on 1 Corinthians is particularly engaging. His reference notes and bibliography provide an entry into further study if desired, all while maintaining an appealing readable style. He deftly bridges the two horizons of the Greco-Roman culture and American culture.