Kathleen S Evenhouse
Writing With Vision
If you were asked to give a short description of Tamar, Rahab, or Ruth, what words would you chose? The list might include, foreigner, prostitute, sneaky, or brazen. So, why do biblical writers hold these flouters of convention up as women of faith and outstanding examples of godliness? Why were these women listed in Matthew’s… Read More
The literal meaning of patriarchy is “the rule of the father.” Historically, the term refers to autocratic rule by men. Today it more generally refers to social systems in which men hold the positions of power in organized society and individual relationships. The normal condition for a vast majority of women in a patriarchal culture… Read More
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When I was doing a character study on Ruth of the Bible, I started investigating the affects that labels can have on her self-image. Did the labels assigned to Ruth in her early life leave scars in adulthood? Did they affect her as she married into an Hebrew family and as she was introduced to… Read More
What determines what is designated as “man’s work”or “woman’s work?” In this day and age, we are currently hearing strident voices asking this very question. As a matter of fact, I’ve asked this myself. Archaeological studies of ceramics reveal that this has been been an issue for a long time time. The evidence of fingerprints… Read More
Some people believe the term “Biblical Fiction” is an oxymoron, because how can the words Biblical and Fiction be joined together. The Bible is truth. And fiction isn’t—necessarily. That’s what historical fiction does—joins two seeming-opposites together to make something more accessible, like a history lesson or a Bible story. Good fiction helps its characters come alive… Read More
The third of three Virtual Tours of the Passion Week of Jesus is now available. Click on the picture below and get view all three videos as a free gift to you. These three virtual tours help provide focus and meditation are Passion Week are now online and waiting for your viewing pleasure. Perfect for personal,… Read More
Kathleen S Evenhouse 