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WOMEN IN THE NEW TESTAMENT
Part I. Studied in Sept.
Image: Sketch of Mary and Jesus, Rembrandt
In this episode we look at the women of the New Testament. How did they build on their Hebrew Scripture counterparts? Are there relations between them? The first woman explored is naturally Mary, the Mother of Jesus, noting not only her Biblical role but what she has meant to the development of Christianity through the centuries. Her cousin, Elizabeth, is critical to the unfolding story of the prophesied Messiah as the mother of the last prophet. And finally, we will look at the prophetess, Anna, who importantly beheld and identified the Savior.
Part II. Studied in Oct.
Image: Nola mi Tangere, Touch me Not, Titian
In Part 2, we investigate the additional Marys of Jesus’ life, including Mary Magdalene and Mary of Bethany, trying to sort out their story from the myths that surrounded them to accommodate political and social patterns of early Christianity. There is an important sister relationship with Martha we will also consider. The non-canonical work, The Gospel of Mary Magdalene, will be an additional area to explore, including the larger archaeological find of the Nag Hammadi texts discovered later, but related to her character.
Part III. Studied in Nov.
Image: Color woodcut from Luther's translation of the Bible,
"The Whore of Babylon"
Following the resurrection we enter the period of the Early Church and its growth under the Apostle Paul and the women who were instrumental in that work, including Lydia of Philippi and Priscilla of Ephesus. Then we move to the late first century when the Book of Revelation is written and learn about the two key women of Revelation : the woman ‘clothed with a cloud’ and the ‘whore of Babylon’ who acts as a counterfoil to the former.
Part IV. December 12
A Surprise Special Christmas Program
Hint: it'll be tied to "The Messiah", George Frederic Handel's Oratorio
By joining this Biblical Community, every month you can join the other members and participate in a LIVE one-hour study/webinar including beautiful slides of relevant artwork, photos, and maps, all geared to help you further understand the Bible stories you may know well, or want to understand better. Or, listen in your own time, because each session is recorded for replay and even has subtitles. Each month, pre-work is offered that helps get you ready, or you can just show up ready to learn. It's Bible study, made easy.
WOMEN IN THE OLD TESTAMENT
BIBLICAL MATRIARCHS
Image: Hagar and the angel in the wilderness, Jean Corot
Part I. - Watch Now
We begin our series with a look at the women Matriarchs, beginning with Sarah, Hagar and Rebecca. Issues such as barrenness and its impact on social and family roles, slavery and heirs that beget nations, and the role of extended family all fill these women’s stories with meaning and impact then and now.
Part II. - Watch Now
In Part 2, we continue our look at the Biblical Matriarchs with an understanding of Leah, Rachel, and Tamar. How did polygamy affect Israel’s development, and how did wives such as Leah and Rachel negotiate their roles? We’ll also look at sexual violence in Tamar and Dinah’s cases and see how women and society dealt with an issue that continues to raise its ugly head.
Image: Jacob Encountering Rachel with her father's herd, Joseph von Fuhrick
WOMEN OF MOSES' WILDERNESS JOURNEY
Part I: Streaming Now
Image: Pharoah's daughter finds baby Moses,Nicolas Poussin
In Part 1, we'll dive into learning about the important women of Moses' life, the women of the wilderness period, starting with the nameless. What do you know about those Hebrew midwives so central to Moses’ arrival? And Pharoah’s daughter, who ensured his safety? We’ll see how many influential women are anonymous in the Hebrew Scriptures, known only by their relationship to a man, and explore some others so important to their time.
Part II: Streaming Now
Image: Miriam, the sister of Moses
Continuing with the women of the wilderness period, we’ll also look at the two women that were so important in Moses’ adult life: Zipporah, his Midianite wife, and Moses’ sister, Miriam. What was their impact on this colossal figure of Israel’s development and Zipporah's impact on both Judaism and Christianity through the Commandments? We’ll also explore the courage of Rahab in her critical role with Joshua and company as the Hebrew people enter Canaan.
WOMEN IN THE JUDGES' TIME
Now Sreaming
The Judges is a fascinating but less known period of Israel’s history. That a woman could have fulfilled this office so fearlessly makes Deborah especially important to understand. Countering her courage is the sensuous Delilah, who undermined Samson and brought on a Philistine assault. Another ‘bad girl of the Bible’, we’ll see why the Israelites included a story in their Scriptures that addresses sexuality and its influence, preceding another famous one with a King! By contrast we’ll meet the daughters of Zelophehad who championed property rights for women.
Image: Samson and Delilah, Guiseppe Antonio Felice Orelli
WOMEN IN THE MONARCHY
Streaming Now
The Monarchy was a critical moment in Israel’s development, uniting the twelve tribes to stave off mutual enemies. The women who most influenced Israel’s greatest King in this period were Bathsheba and Abigail. And what about another Queen that followed, a foreign leader who introduced gods that undermined Yahweh. We’ll examine Jezebel as one of the ‘bad girls of the Bible’ and learn more about what prophets such as Elijah had to face.
Image: David meeting Abigail, Peter Paul Rubens
FREE SPECIAL EPISODE
Radical Hospitality
Available Today
"Radical Hospitality," was taught and practiced by Christ Jesus. Often symbolized by food and feasts, this is a natural topic to explore in our year of focusing on women, since its symbols are often associated with domestic space, the usual domain of Israel's women. You will see how Christ Jesus' teachings lift up the idea of hospitality from a spiritual basis.
Image: Samson and Delilah, Guiseppe Antonio Felice Orelli
This talk would be great at each and every church!
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Loved this episode! So much for us all to share with visitors! What a feast!
Linda K.
I'll be sharing this with someone who I know is dealing with a family rift.
Virgina G.
Just Fantastic... Still in tears!
Gail S.
This talk should get out to more people.
Orah M.
Wow!! This was the best episode ever! What a season for us all!
Julie W.
Thank you for this! It is excellent preparation for us for this coming Saturday. We will be entertaining 300-500, many of them strangers, in our back yard!
Brenda D.
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Monthly Live Bible Study Webinars
Each month Madelon will facilitate a virtual Bible study on specific women of the Bible, tied to passages that will be announced in the pre-work questions emailed ahead of the webinar. Members can prepare ahead if they'd like or simply come and listen. Every presentation includes a PowerPoint and handouts.
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Webinar Replays
Membership includes unlimited replay opportunities for all of the Bible study webinars delivered during your membership for as long as one is a member. If you cannot attend a live presentation, don't worry, you can access the replay at your convenience.
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To encourage every member to continue investing in their Biblical learning. EACH MONTH members will receive a $10 credit/coupon to apply to any product on the BibleRoads website during that month. Madelon typically recommends a product that relates to the topic of the month, but you can choose anything you want from all of the Talks, Workbooks, and Courses available at www.BibleRoads.com.
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And we don't want you to be concerned about technology challenges. We work hard to ensure that everyone has access to the sessions, replay videos, and handouts. James and his team are standing by to provide help to access member materials and work on any technical challenges that arise.
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Members so enjoy interacting with other members through a private group on Facebook where their insights can be shared, questions asked, and new and old connections made. Only BibleRoads members will be able to view comments and posts. Occasionally, a special "meet and greet" meeting is held via Zoom so members can connect with one another. This is also a great opportunity to ask specific Bible-related questions of Madelon.
Madelon Maupin, MTS
...grew up in Tulsa, Oklahoma and is a graduate of Principia College where Madelon majored in Biblical Studies. She spent several decades in the business world, starting three business newspapers, managing a national career transition firm and finally having her own leadership consulting firm for 20 years in Los Angeles. In 2004 Madelon returned to graduate school while working to obtain a Masters in Theological Studies with a focus on the Bible, from San Francisco Theological Seminary, graduating in 2008.
She loves sharing the Bible and has been an active speaker throughout the US and Australia, New Zealand, the UK and Europe for many years, speaking to churches and non-profit groups. In 2012 Madelon left the business world to launch BibleRoads, a biblical education company that provides talks, workbooks, online courses and a membership for spiritual thinkers of all denominations. She has traveled extensively in the Middle East, lecturing for Princess Cruises, as well as leading her own tours to Biblical lands. She now lives in Scottsdale, Arizona, recently having left California after several decades and the passing of her beloved husband.
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When do the sessions meet?
The online Webinar sessions will be held each second Tuesday afternoon of the month always at 4 pm Pacific time, USA. Links to join the sessions will be sent via email.
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When will I receive the Handouts?
Handouts for each webinar will be emailed immediately after the webinar finishes. You will get them the same day and then they are saved in the membership portal for those watching the recording.
Will you have replays if I miss the live session?
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