Jesus and Women
Beyond Feminism
by Niamh Middleton
Paperback (No longer our product)
(April 2022)
ISBN: 9780718895877
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(October 2021)
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An exegetical and historical analysis of the relationship between Jesus, Women and the Church.
Discover a compelling exploration of the biblical perspective on the treatment of women in “Jesus and Women” by Niamh Middleton. Engage with thought-provoking insights that navigate the intersection of contemporary feminism and traditional Christian values. Middleton’s thorough examination of biblical passages sheds light on the transformative approach of Jesus toward women, offering a path for their respectful treatment in both the church and society. This empowering journey encourages Christian women to reclaim their faith while advocating for a return to timeless Christian values, addressing perceived deviations since ancient times. Middleton illustrates the need for a revolution to restore the harmonious relationship between men and women, as described in Genesis and that the path is through Jesus. An enlightening read that inspires reflection and empowers readers to navigate the complexities of faith and feminism.
Niamh M. Middleton lectured in Theology and Philosophy at Dublin City University from 2005 until 2020 when she decided to take early retirement in order to focus on her writing. She previously studied at Mater Dei, Dublin and the Pontifical University, Maynooth. Her main area of research concerns the implications of evolutionary theory for Christianity and the relationship between religion and science overall. Her previous publications include Homo Lapsus: Sin, Evolution and the God who is Love (2019).
- By (author) Niamh Middleton
"As the global #MeToo movement has clearly demonstrated, women are no longer willing to accept being treated as the 'second sex', both inside and outside of the Church. Jesus and Women is an inspirational call-to-action for all women, making it clear that they are every bit the equal of men in God's eyes and that it is time to make their voices heard to bring about the fair and impartial world that is their inheritance and due. A must read." Richard Moriarty, North West Editor, The Sun "Exhaustively researched, and persuasively argued throughout [Niamh Middleton] provides a robust feminist challenge to the Christian Church's institutional gender inequality." Gwyneth Rees, in The European "Jesus and Women is an immensely personal and deeply thoughtful book. It challenges and instructs at all levels. Great fun to read; hugely important to take seriously." Michael Ruse, Professor of Philosophy, Florida State University "Jesus and Women: Beyond Feminism by feminist theologian Dr Niamh M. Middleton provides a long-overdue dissection of institutional sexism within the Church, and how women must lead the way in restoring gender equality. This is an essential read for all Christians, and anyone concerned with the question of gender equality...In conclusion, Jesus and Women provides a bold and brilliant multi-disciplinary assessment of an age-old problem, taking an intellectual and irresistible battering ram to any remaining notions of male superiority." Timothy Arden, The Scotsman, May 2022 "At the heart of this book is a call for women to reclaim Christianity from the stranglehold of the patriarchy. Using the examples of the #MeToo movement, as well as the relationship between Princess Diana and Mother Teresa, Middleton shows the destructive power of the subjugation and exclusion of women in terms of both political and social power, and in equality in religious participation and authority." Amy Rivers, Christian Feminism Today, July 2022
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