Women of the Bible

Description

Servant, queen, mother, prophetess, priestess, and heroine, women of the Bible are featured in this beautiful book. From The Red Tent to Marek Halter’s Canaan trilogy, biblical women have inspired numerous contemporary writers—who, in turn, have captivated millions of readers. Jacques Duquesne returns to the original scriptures to evaluate the often controversial roles, responsibilities, and relationships of women in the Old and New Testaments. In doing so, he shows the significant contribution women made to life in ancient Israel and their importance in spreading the Christian word throughout the Western world. Well-known figures such as Eve, Esther, and Mary rub shoulders with less familiar characters such as Rahab, Meirav, and Huldah. Each portrait is accompanied by a Bible extract and illustrations from religious art throughout the centuries.

176 pages, 100 full-color illustrations. 8 1/4'' x 10 3/4''. Hardcover; clothbound with jacket.

• 176 pages
• 100 full-color illustrations
• 8 1/4'' x 10 3/4''
• Hardcover
• Clothbound, with jacket