Publisher's Synopsis
The Women In The Bible: Delineated In A Series Of Sketches Of Prominent Females Mentioned In Holy Scripture (1850) by Jonathan Mayhew Wainwright is a book that provides an in-depth exploration of the lives of prominent women mentioned in the Bible. The author, a renowned American Episcopal bishop, offers a series of sketches that examine the lives of these women, including Eve, Sarah, Ruth, Esther, and Mary, the mother of Jesus. The book is divided into several sections, each one focusing on a different woman and her story. Wainwright provides historical context, drawing on his extensive knowledge of the Bible and its characters. He explores the cultural and societal norms of the time, as well as the religious beliefs and practices that influenced the women's lives. In addition to examining the women's stories, Wainwright also offers his own insights and interpretations of their experiences. He highlights the strength, courage, and faith of these women, and how their actions helped shape the course of history. Overall, The Women In The Bible is a comprehensive and engaging study of some of the most important female figures in the Bible. It offers readers a deeper understanding of their lives and the role they played in the development of the Christian faith.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
