An Introduction to a Feminist Interpretation of the Bible

by Barbara E. Reid

Join one of the New Testament's leading scholars, award-winning professor Sr. Barbara Reid, on a powerful new exploration of scripture. This series explores the Bible―Old and New Testaments―through the lens of feminism. What do these methods entail, and why are they important to both men and women? What surprising, and long overdue, insights are revealed? Sr. Reid will show you different ways to approach the Scriptures from a feminist perspective. In doing so, you'll uncover new outlooks that enable a richer understanding of scripture and spiritual flourishing. In these thought-provoking lectures, you'll gain fresh insights into biblical stories and characters. You will begin by exploring Genesis and parables of female godliness and will see Mary, the Mother of Jesus, as a woman called to a prophetic vocation. You'll examine the fascinating figures of the Canaanite woman and the so-called sinful woman who anoints Jesus. Then, you'll look at ministering women and female apostles, including Phoebe, Mary Magdalene, and Junia. Finally, you will consider the implications of the stories of Mary and Martha as well as Jesus' Passion, Death, and Resurrection. Embark on this fascinating exploration today. Lecture content drawn from Barbara E. Reid, OP, Wisdom's An Invitation to Feminist Interpretation of the Scriptures (Grand Eerdmans, 2016), used with permission from Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing Co.

Audio CD

Published September 28, 2021

About the author

Barbara E. Reid, OP, is a Dominican Sister of Grand Rapids, Michigan. She holds a PhD in biblical studies from The Catholic University of America in Washington, DC, and is professor of New Testament and vice president and academic dean at Catholic Theological Union in Chicago. Her most recent books are Taking Up the Cross: New Testament Interpretations Through Latina and Feminist Eyes (Fortress Press, 2007), The Gospel According to Matthew (Liturgical Press, 2005), Parables for Preachers (3 volumes; Liturgical Press, 1999, 2000, 2001), and Choosing the Better Part? Women in the Gospel of Luke (Liturgical Press, 1996). She is general editor for Wisdom Commentary Series (forthcoming from Liturgical Press).

Reviews

[Autumn Rybin · Rating 5 out of 5]

“The Bible is never neutral in helping us to address questions of contemporary concern. It either is an ally in moving toward greater freedom and liberation and equality, or it can be used to reinforce submission and oppression of women. And so it is important how we read the Bible.”