Friday, May 22, 2009

"Likewise"

The use of the word "likewise" in verses 8 and 11 of 1 Timothy 3 is the biggest clue into correctly interpreting this passage. Paul wrote quinaikas hosautos or "women likewise" in linking verse 11 with the previous verses. Hosautos links the entire passage into one theme. It links the deacons to the elders in verse 8 and also the women in verse 11.

This wraps up a series of posts addressing women as leaders in the Church. These posts are not meant to be read as a thesis, for certainly I didn't take the time to cite my sources nor expound on every point and counterpoint in this debate within the Church. These posts are perhaps just more than a glance at the issue, touching on some of the more key texts used within the debate.

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