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| Format: | Recurso digital |
| Language: | English, Old (ca. 450-1100) |
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2026
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| Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.5281/zenodo.19724940 |
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- <p>This study examines women’s leadership within the biblical tradition, drawing from both the Old and New Testaments to explore the nature, scope, and significance of women’s leadership in Scripture. Focusing on Deborah and Esther in the Old Testament, and Priscilla and Phoebe in the New Testament, the research investigates how these women exercised leadership within predominantly patriarchal contexts. Employing a qualitative and analytical methodology, the study engages biblical texts, theological interpretations, and relevant scholarly literature to assess their roles and contributions. The findings indicate that women’s leadership in the Bible is diverse and contextually grounded, encompassing judicial authority, political influence, teaching ministry, and ecclesial service. Deborah functioned as a judge and military leader, Esther demonstrated strategic and courageous political leadership, Priscilla contributed significantly to theological instruction and church leadership, while Phoebe served as a deacon and patron within the early Christian community. These examples affirm that women were not only active participants but also divinely appointed leaders within God’s redemptive plan. The study concludes that biblical tradition provides a strong foundation for understanding and affirming women’s leadership, with significant implications for contemporary theological reflection and ongoing discussions on gender, leadership, and ministry in both religious and wider societal contexts</p>