Women Who Knew Jesus

Women Who Knew Jesus

by Bonnie Ring
Women Who Knew Jesus

Women Who Knew Jesus

by Bonnie Ring

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Praise for Women Who Knew Jesus

Designed as a guided study based on the many retreats the author has conducted, each of the book's chapters concentrates on one female subject and contains a biblical account ( sometimes from more than one Gospel writer), numerous guided meditations, several reflection questions and a conclusion. Through these vignettes, the author underscores the general place of women in that era and the many ways that Jesus cut through the usual barriers and treated women with equality.

Ring's scholarship is evident throughout this groundbreaking work as is her religious tolerance. She examines motivations as well as actions and compares different Gospel accounts and the significance of those differences, especially in regard to the role of women. Her writing style encompasses simple stories, erudite theological argument, and provocative emotive insights that offers her readers a means of identification with these remarkable women.

U.S Review of Books

The Power of Ring's interpretation is not so much in its rejection of tradition but in a new and clarifying contextualization. Ultimately, the deepest value of Ring's thoughtful effort is that it implies one of Jesus' principal teachings- the radical equality of all human beings - by demonstrating the equality of all of Jesus' followers, regardless of gender. The author's research is meticulous and luminously presented and her message is profoundly Christian and modern. An important contribution to the scholarly literature on Jesus.

Kirkus Review

Ring is a lively, thoughtful author. Mixing personal anecdotes with intelligent scriptural exegesis, she maintains a consistent and contemplative voice throughout. You sense that the author not only cares about her material but about readers as well. Erudite, compassionate and probing, this book is perfect for church groups and those seeking a portrait of Christ that emphasizes mercy and equality.

Blue Ink Review


Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781954368316
Publisher: Diamond Media Press Co.
Publication date: 04/20/2022
Edition description: Large Type
Pages: 230
Sales rank: 942,939
Product dimensions: 6.00(w) x 9.00(h) x 0.48(d)

About the Author

After a lifetime of lay and ordained ministry in New York and California, Bonnie Ring is culminating her career with the republication of Women Who Knew Jesus, the subject of retreats she has led for 30 years. In her poignant descriptions of all the women who encountered Jesus, including his mother, Bonnie brings the wisdom and understanding she has accrued from 46 years as a Licensed Psychologist and psychotherapist and 28 years as an Episcopal Priest, Spiritual Director, Educator and Retreat Leader.
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