Abstract
The widow is a subtle but persistent figure throughout Judeo-Christian Scripture, and her persistence suggests a special role or symbolism. To understand her role, widow care practices were analyzed in the Old Testament and New Testament as well as in other relevant historical and modern societies. This analysis exposed a connection between widow care practices and the scriptural identity of God’s people. Changes in widow care practices highlight the changes that took place in the identity of God’s people as Scripture transitions from the Israelite nation of the Old Testament to early Christianity of the New Testament.
Semester/Year of Award
Fall 11-25-2016
Mentor
David Coleman
Mentor Professional Affiliation
History
Access Options
Restricted Access Thesis
Document Type
Bachelor Thesis
Degree Name
Honors Scholars
Degree Level
Bachelor's
Department
Nursing
Department Name when Degree Awarded
Baccalaureate and Graduate Nursing
Recommended Citation
Miller, Audrey A., "Genealogy, Faith, and the Widows’ Plea: The Widows’ Role in Ancient Israel and Early Christianity" (2016). Honors Theses. 398.
https://encompass.eku.edu/honors_theses/398
