God's design for women : an exploration of the Pauline Epistles' passages on the role of women : an honors thesis (HONRS 499)

Abstract

This discussion of the Biblical role of women is centered around the writings of the Apostle Paul. Its purpose is to give a basic Biblical understanding of one of the most debated topics in today's society. Along with a discussion of Paul the Apostle, who he was and what he did, there will be a discussion of Paul's reason for writing these letters and the cultural background of the people to whom he was writing. This discussion will include an analysis of the historical and cultural setting of the places he was writing to, and some of the problems he was seeking to address. Finally, there is an analysis of the passages within Paul's letters, which concern the role of women. This analysis focuses on woman's role in marriage and in the church as an application of God's general principle of authority and submission.