Torjesen, Karen Jo
When Women Were Priests: Women's Leadership in the Early Church and the Scandal of Their Subordination in the Rise of Christianity
- ISBN 13:
- 9780060686611
- author:
- Torjesen, Karen Jo
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Bravo Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 1995
- Pages:
- 288
- Genre:
- Early Church
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 20 working days
Description
When Women Were Priests explores the surprising history of women's leadership in early Christianity, revealing the lives of women who served as priests, bishops, and prophets. This landmark book sheds light on the scandal of their subsequent suppression, providing a fresh perspective on the early Christian church.
Karen J. Torjesen's study delves into the lives of these women, uncovering the social, cultural, and theological contexts that shaped their experiences. By examining the evidence from ancient texts and archaeological findings, Torjesen reconstructs the stories of these women and their contributions to the early Christian community.
This book offers a nuanced understanding of the complex issues surrounding women's roles in early Christianity, challenging prevailing assumptions and offering new insights into the development of the church.
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