Who Could be Less Than a Widow?

Special Book Sale only $4.00 each Less Than a Widow is on sale at Pella Books824 Franklin Street, Pella, Iowaor browse the online shop at http://www.pellabooks.com A FREE DISCUSSION GUIDE is also available.This 9-page PDF includes historical context, pictures, and aThematic Discussion Guide with questions. Request via email: ksevenhousewwv@gmail.com In the ancient Middle East, in… Read More

patriarchy and women’s empowerment

The description on the back of my new book, Less Than a Widow, (shown at left) says: Kathleen Evenhouse paints a rich picture of the traditions and trials of ancient womanhood as she skillfully brings new life into the ageless account of the biblical Ruth. As the 3000-year-old story unfolds, it becomes clear that today’s women… Read More

Salma endured

An extended drought brought about a famine in the land, and food became a precious commodity. Salma, a prince of his people, took the hunger of his people personally. When his son Boaz expressed  concern that their wealth and health would vanish before the famine was over, Salma said, “As famine strips us of flesh,… Read More