Women of the Bible: Heroines and the Lessons They Can Still Teach Us

by American Bible Society

A riveting guide to the women of the Bible, this book will offer the intriguing stories and relevant lessons from Bible characters as Esther, Sarah, Ruth and Mary Magdalene. With engaging biographies, colorful descriptions and a captivating look at each woman's story, WOMEN OF THE BIBLE will resonate with readers around the world and illuminate the legacies of these often-overlooked women from Christian history. Esther, Hannah, Ruth and Magdalene-these breathtaking women have a story to tell. Often overshadowed in the patriarchal pages of history or muted by their men, these women lived with purpose and beauty and power, and their voices ring clear and true. Each spread introduces readers to a biblical heroine, with accompanying Scripture and colorful images, and articulates the timeless truths that were relevant to her then-and are relevant to us now.

Genres: Christian, Religion

192 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2014

About the author

The American Bible Society (ABS) is an interconfessional, non-denominational, nonprofit organization, founded on May 11, 1816 in New York City, which publishes, distributes and translates the Bible and provides study aids and other tools to help people engage with the Bible. It is probably best known for its Good News Translation of the Bible, with its contemporary vernacular. They also publish the Contemporary English Version.

ABS's headquarters relocated from New York City to Philadelphia in August 2015.

Reviews

[Sharon Huether · Rating 5 out of 5]

Such an enlightening book.
I never knew there were seven different Marys in the Bible.
What I really liked about the book, was the way each story was presented. A new modern approach to Biblical truths, and a life lesson to the reader.
The artwork for each story was fresh and up to date.

[Monica · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good, quick read. Some of the pictures were absolutely breathtaking. This touched on some lesser known women of the Bible that I had forgotten about since my Sunday School days. The big women players were also discussed. It included lots of direction and encouragement for one's life. There were down to earth comparisons to today's world. The story of Leah was definitely something that I needed to hear right now. The way that it was discussed about how she persevered and refused to be beaten down by the shortsightedness and differences of others and recognized her value. The "life lessons" by themselves could be made into a book. A favorite: "Be willing to listen to criticism. Some of your most important growth may be prompted by the confrontation of someone who cares."

[Marianne Brodman · Rating 3 out of 5]

Easy to digest format. A few decent tips to take from some, but many are a stretch.

[Mandi · Rating 3 out of 5]

Though this book wasn't quite what I expected, I learned a lot and many parts of it were thought-provoking.

[Victoria Herrmann · Rating 2 out of 5]

Application to some of these women were very self/world focused. Everything needs to point back to the Lord. I finished it, but I didn’t exactly enjoy this study.

[A. · Rating 3 out of 5]

I liked the insight it provided into different women in the Bible, some of whom I'd never encountered before. As I said in an earlier comment, though, I'm not so sure I agree with some of the conclusions the authors are making about some of these women.

[Ruth Hill · Rating 4 out of 5]

Read one woman a day and it was encouraging and challenging.

[Lauren · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is excellent!!! It gives wonderful insight into the lives of well-known (and not so well-known) women that we encounter in the Bible. I highly recommend this book!!!

[Dianne · Rating 3 out of 5]

It is interesting to read about some of the women mentioned briefly in the bible. Each story is only 1 or two pages. .