Did Gender and Status Change in the New Testament? | Dr. Susan Hylen

What if everything you thought you knew about gender in the New Testament was more complicated than you imagined? Dr. Susan Hylen invites us to see how status, culture, and identity shaped ideas of gender in the ancient world—and why that matters for reading the Bible today. Learn more at https://candlerfoundry.emory.edu/ This conversation explores how understanding gender in its original context can open up new ways of reading familiar stories and challenge our assumptions about faith, leadership, and community. Dr. Hylen’s insights encourage us to approach Scripture with curiosity and empathy, making space for deeper reflection in our church life and Bible study. Follow The Candler Foundry on Instagram:   / candlerfoundry