Letter From The Editor: Black Women in the Bible We Shall Not Be Moved
Psalms 16:6-9 KJV 5The LORD is the portion of mine inheritance and of my cup: thou maintainest my lot. 6The lines are fallen unto me in pleasant places; yea, I have a goodly heritage. 7I will bless the LORD, who hath given me counsel: my reins also instruct me in the night seasons. 8I have set the LORD always before me: because he is at my right hand, I shall not be moved. 9Therefore my heart is glad, and my glory rejoiceth: my flesh also shall rest in hope.
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Hello ePrayer Circle’s Tribe,
I was thinking about how the world views women of color and black women today. I believe that black women do not get the respect they deserve for the strength and character they have contributed.
However, It is even more important to review how we see ourselves. How we view ourselves determines our thoughts and the moves we make.
Black women are viewed in a variety of ways by the world today. Some people see us as strong, powerful, and independent. Others see us as victims of racism and sexism.
Still, others see us as a source of beauty, creativity, and resilience. I decided to research the Bible and give a general view of women of color or black women, not African American as that term did not exist then.
The Bible’s portrayal of black women is important because it can help shape how people view black women in the world today.
By recognizing the positive images of black women in the Bible, we can begin to challenge negative stereotypes and promote a more positive view of black women to the world, ourselves, and the generations to come.
We know how the world views black women. How does God view women since he made women?
1 Corinthians 11:9-12 KJV . 9 Neither was the man created for the woman, but the woman for the man. 10For this cause ought the woman to have power on her head because of the angels.
11 Nevertheless, neither is the man without the woman, neither the woman without the man, in the Lord. 12 For as the woman is of the man, even so is the man also by the woman; but all things of God.
Galatians 3:26-29 KJV 26For ye are all the children of God by faith in Christ Jesus. 27For as many of you as have been baptized into Christ have put on Christ.
28There is neither Jew nor Greek, there is neither bond nor free, there is neither male nor female: for ye are all one in Christ Jesus “And if ye be Christ’s, then are ye Abraham’s seed, and heirs according to the promise.”
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The Bible is a collection of sacred texts or scriptures that Jews and Christians consider to be a product of divine inspiration and a record of the relationship between God and humans. The Bible contains many stories of women, including some who are identified as being of African descent.
One of the most well-known black women in the Bible is Hagar. Hagar was an Egyptian slave who was given to Abraham’s wife, Sarah, as a concubine. Hagar became pregnant with Abraham’s child, Ishmael. Sarah, who was unable to conceive, became jealous of Hagar and treated her harshly. Hagar fled into the wilderness, but God appeared to her and promised to protect her and her son. Hagar returned to Abraham and Sarah, and Ishmael became the ancestor of the Arab people.
Another black woman in the Bible is Zipporah. Zipporah was the Midianite wife of Moses. She helped Moses to escape from Pharaoh’s army and circumcised their son, Gershom, in accordance with God’s command. Zipporah was a strong and courageous woman who played an important role in Moses’ life.
The Bible also mentions several other black women, including:
- Queen Sheba: Sheba was the queen of a wealthy kingdom in Africa. She visited King Solomon in Jerusalem and was impressed by his wisdom and wealth.
- The Shunammite woman: The Shunammite woman was a wealthy woman who invited Elisha to stay with her. She was healed of her infertility and her son was raised from the dead by Elisha.
- The widow of Zarephath: The widow of Zarephath was a poor woman who was visited by Elijah during a famine. Elijah miraculously provided her with food and oil, and her son was raised from the dead by Elijah.
- Jochebed was the mother of Moses, Aaron, and Miriam. She was a Hebrew woman who was enslaved by the Egyptians. Jochebed risked her life to save her children from being killed by the Egyptians. She raised them in secret and taught them about God.
- Miriam was the sister of Moses and Aaron. She was a prophetess who played an important role in the Israelites’ escape from Egypt. Miriam led the Israelites in song and dance after they crossed the Red Sea. She also helped to care for Moses when he was a baby.
- Naomi was a Hebrew woman who was widowed and left destitute. She went to live with her daughters-in-law, Ruth and Orpah. Ruth eventually married Boaz and became the great-grandmother of David. Naomi was a strong and resilient woman who never gave up hope.
- Ruth was a Moabite woman who married an Israelite man, Mahlon. When Mahlon and his brother died, Ruth decided to stay with Naomi and follow her God. Ruth worked hard and was eventually rewarded with a good marriage to Boaz. Ruth was a loyal and devoted woman who showed great courage and faith.
- Esther was a Jewish woman who was taken captive by the Persians. She became the queen of Persia and used her position to save her people from being killed. Esther was a courageous and wise woman who showed great faith in God.
These are just a few of the many black women who are mentioned in the Bible. These women were strong, courageous, and faithful, and they played an important role in the history of salvation.
It is important to remember that not all black women are the same. We come from different backgrounds, have different experiences, and have different personalities. It is unfair to make generalizations about all black women based on stereotypes or personal experiences with one individual.
Despite negative stereotypes, I believe that black women are strong, resilient, and beautiful. We have overcome a lot of challenges in history, and we continue to thrive today.
I am proud to be a black woman, and I am grateful for the strength and resilience that my ancestors have passed down to me. How do you feel about being a woman of color or black woman in the world today compared to biblical times?
May the Grace of God Be With You,
P.S. Even though this post was about women. It is important to know that God’s view of his children are as follows:
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John 3:16 “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.”
Romans 10:9-10 9That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved. 10For with the heart man believeth unto righteousness, and with the mouth, confession is made unto salvation.
John 3:5-6 5Jesus answered, Verily, verily, I say unto thee, Except a man be born of water and of the Spirit, he cannot enter into the kingdom of God. 6That which is born of the flesh is flesh, and that which is born of the Spirit is spirit. 7
