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Saved Through Childbearing? A New Look at 1 Timothy with Dr. Sandra Glahn
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1:01:40Now Playing🔍 Episode Summary
In this powerful episode of The Faith Roundtable, host Josh Burtram interviews Dr. Sandra Glahn, professor at Dallas Theological Seminary and author of Nobody’s Mother: Artemis of the Ephesians in Antiquity and the New Testament. Together, they explore the surprising cultural and historical context behind one of the Bible’s most debated passages about women—1 Timothy 2:15.
What did Paul mean when he said women would be “saved through childbearing”? How did Artemis of the Ephesians, a Greco-Roman goddess of midwifery and virginity, shape the religious fears of first-century women? And how can new archaeological, literary, and historical research help us reexamine traditional views on gender roles, church leadership, and biblical authority?
Dr. Glahn brings deep insight into early Christian history, the decline of female deacons, and how cultural factors like temple purity laws, Aristotle’s philosophy, and Greco-Roman gender norms influenced church practices for centuries. This conversation is essential listening for anyone interested in biblical interpretation, women in ministry, and the intersection of theology, history, and cultural analysis.
If you’re searching for thoughtful answers to difficult questions about Paul’s teachings on women, or seeking to understand how ancient Ephesus and Artemis worship connect to the New Testament, this episode is a must-listen.
👩🏫 Guest Bio: Dr. Sandra Glahn
Dr. Sandra Glahn is a professor at Dallas Theological Seminary, where she teaches writing, gender studies, and public speaking at the master’s and doctoral levels. She’s an accomplished author and editor with over 20 books to her name, including works focused on infertility, gender justice, and biblical interpretation. A former HR and publishing professional, Glahn also leads international study trips and is known for her ability to synthesize rigorous academic research with accessible insights for the church today.
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📖 Read the book: Nobody’s Mother: Artemis of the Ephesians in Antiquity and the New Testament
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