Female Disciples in the Gospels (ft. Dr. Holly Carey) On the Way (Ep. 32)

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Female Disciples in the Gospels (ft. Dr. Holly Carey) On the Way (Ep. 32)
Dr. Botner interviews Dr. Holly Carey about her book 'Women Who Do: Female Disciples in the Gospels.' They discuss Holly's journey into biblical studies and the importance of narrative texts in understanding women in the Bible. They explore the themes of discipleship and leadership in relation to women in ministry. They also delve into the distinctive portrayals of women in each gospel and the significance of the Syrophoenician/Canaanite woman's encounter with Jesus. This conversation explores the representation of women in the Gospels, particularly in the books of Luke and Acts. It discusses the dynamics at play in the stories of women who interact with Jesus and the disciples, highlighting the significance of their actions and the impact they have on the narrative. The conversation also addresses the debate around Luke's portrayal of women and the role they play in the early church. It concludes by examining the power of mental models and how a reevaluation of discipleship can reshape our understanding of gender roles in the church.

Takeaways

Understanding the cultural context of the ancient Mediterranean world is crucial for interpreting women in the Bible.
Narrative texts in the gospels provide valuable insights into discipleship and leadership.
The portrayal of women in the gospels challenges traditional gender roles and expectations.
The encounter between Jesus and the Syrophoenician/Canaanite woman highlights the importance of persistence and faith.

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Chapter Breakdown👇
4:25 - Dr. Carey's journey in biblical studies
9:10 - How Dr. Carey's book contributes to broader conversations and debates about women in ministry
15:45 - What was it like to be a woman in ancient Mediterranean world?
21:20 - Female disciples in the four Gospels
31:00 - Women in the Gospel of Mark
48:20 - Women in Luke-Acts
59:50 - How might focus on the female disciples in the Gospels help the church to rethink discipleship?

Holly J. Carey is the Professor of Biblical Studies and Department Chair of Biblical Studies at Point University (West Point, GA). A graduate of Point and of Asbury Theological Seminary, she earned her Ph.D. in New Testament and Christian Origins at the University of Edinburgh under the supervision of Larry Hurtado. In addition to Women Who Do, she has published her dissertation entitled, Jesus’ Cry from the Cross: Towards a First-century Understanding of the Intertextual Relationship between Psalm 22 and the Narrative of Mark’s Gospel (Edinburgh: T & T Clark, 2009). She serves as a contributing editor
to the Stone-Campbell Journal, is a member of the SBL Mark Seminar and its Passion Narrative steering committee, and has been teaching as an affiliate instructor for Asbury Theological Seminary for 19 years.

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