Joanne Guarnieri Hagemeyer Apologetics, Egalitarian, Theology, WOmen

What is the Point of 1 Timothy 2:12?

The Chiastic Structure or Pattern shows a different emphasis in 1 Timothy, one in which proto-gnostic teaching was becoming a problem that must be addressed head on. Timothy was to make sure everyone was properly educated before they were entrusted with being deacons and elders, teachers and leaders within the church.

Joanne Guarnieri Hagemeyer Apologetics, Bible, Egalitarian, WOmen

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Excerpts from Cynthia Long Westfall and NT Wright, trying to get a handle on the word translated "Authority" in 1 Timothy 2:12

Joanne Guarnieri Hagemeyer Apologetics, Bible, Egalitarian, Life Application, WOmen

“Twisted Scripture”

There are four important points to consider before wading into a Bible passage in order to try to understand what it's saying and what it means, let alone to try and figure out how to live it out.