Rewriting Eve: Rewriting Eve: Rescuing Women's Stories from the Bible and Reclaiming Them As Our Own

by Ronna J. Detrick

We wouldn’t consider letting Isis, Medusa, Pandora, or Persephone slip from our lexicon. To somehow forget the legend of Harriet Tubman, Anne Frank, or Mother Teresa would never cross our minds. And yet when it comes to the stories of Eve and other biblical characters, they are rarely known, barely appreciated, and ostensibly “lost” by most of us not deeply entwined within organized religion. Trapped in patriarchy and theological argument, dismissed as irrelevant, or viewed as unchangeable even as times change, these women’s voices, desires, and hearts have too often been silenced through misunderstanding and neglect. As result, we are as well. But when they are reimagined, deconstructed, disentangled from doctrine and dogma, and heard on their own terms, these stories become powerful inspiration and a source of discernment that reconnects us to a feminine lineage and a sovereign sense of self we’ve never known to call on or trust. In Rewriting Eve: Rescuing Women's Stories from the Bible and Reclaiming Them As Our Own Ronna Detrick invites us into the presence and power of ten sacred women, revealing the endlessly relevant ways in which they speak today and showing how they can heal, embolden, and transform our stories.

254 pages, Kindle Edition

Published October 3, 2023

About the author

Ronna Detrick left the church and its dogma nearly twenty years ago but took the stories of women with her. She has combined her love of writing with a diverse and winding career that has included coaching, spiritual direction, professional development training, corporate leadership, and entrepreneurship. She shocked and delighted her audience in a provocative TEDx presentation on an Eve who inspires and empowers women instead of shaming and silencing them. She holds both a Master of Divinity degree and a Certificate in Spiritual Direction from The Seattle School of Theology and Psychology and a B.A. in Business and Communications from Whitworth University. After living most of her life in the Pacific Northwest, she is now just minutes from the Atlantic Ocean in Hampstead, NC, where she continues to write, drink strong coffee, have beautiful conversations with her clients, and cannot be dissuaded from the belief that her two daughters are the most amazing humans on the planet. Learn more at ronnadetrick.com

Reviews

[Lia K Cook · Rating 5 out of 5]

A liberating and empowering reimagining of the stories of women in the Bible. Ronna confirms we are not alone. We have a lineage of woman before us, and these very women weren’t “bad” or the cause for shame and blame and the weight of sin. No, these women bring us hope and power when we reimage these stories of old and the lessons in a positive, liberated, empowering light. Through the lens of Ronna’s masterful storytelling, we learn: Your desire is good. Your desire matters. You reflect the divine. You are seen. You are enough—more than enough. And that A legacy of endless support is yours.

[Sara · Rating 5 out of 5]

I adored this book! Life changing

[Patricia Rogers · Rating 5 out of 5]

I was thinking that this might be more along the lines of historical fiction, much like the Red Tent, but truly enjoyed the way that the author tailored her beautifully clear writing to address the immediate needs of women today. Lovely, important read.

[Rosemary Schwartz · Rating 5 out of 5]

A must read for ALL women! I loved every part of this inspiring audio book.

[Sherri · Rating 3 out of 5]

Rewriting Eve by Ronna Detrick reimagines the biblical story of Eve with a powerful focus on women's strength and empowerment, offering readers an inspiring and transformative experience. This compelling book delves into the lives of ten remarkable women from spiritual narratives, urging readers to discover fresh perspectives on their stories.

By stepping away from organized religion, Ronna Detrick encourages individuals to reconnect with their personal histories and the profound wisdom these narratives hold. Available in both paperback and ebook formats, this groundbreaking work aims to reclaim women's stories from traditional, male-dominated interpretations. It invites anyone interested in biblical tales and women's empowerment to embark on a journey of discovery and insight, uncovering the rich layers of meaning within these powerful narratives.