Topical Encyclopedia In the biblical context, young women are encouraged to learn from and emulate the wisdom and virtues of their elders. This principle is rooted in the broader biblical theme of mentorship and discipleship, where the older generation imparts wisdom and guidance to the younger. The relationship between older and younger women is particularly highlighted in the New Testament, where the Apostle Paul provides specific instructions regarding this dynamic.Titus 2:3-5 serves as a foundational passage for understanding the role of older women in teaching younger women. Paul writes: "Likewise, teach the older women to be reverent in their behavior, not to be slanderers or addicted to much wine, but to teach what is good. In this way they can train the young women to love their husbands and children, to be self-controlled and pure, to be busy at home, to be kind, and to be subject to their husbands, so that the word of God will not be discredited" . Here, the emphasis is on the transmission of godly virtues and practical wisdom, ensuring that the younger women are equipped to fulfill their roles within the family and community in a manner that honors God. The biblical model of mentorship is not merely about imparting knowledge but also about modeling a godly lifestyle. The older women are to exemplify reverence, self-control, and kindness, providing a living example for the younger women to follow. This mentorship is intended to cultivate a community where the word of God is upheld and lived out in daily life. The Old Testament also provides examples of young women learning from their elders. The account of Ruth and Naomi in the Book of Ruth illustrates a profound relationship between a young woman and her elder. Ruth's loyalty and willingness to learn from Naomi demonstrate the value of such relationships. Ruth's declaration, "Where you go, I will go, and where you stay, I will stay. Your people will be my people, and your God will be my God" (Ruth 1:16), underscores her commitment to follow Naomi's guidance and embrace her faith and customs. In Proverbs, the wisdom literature often personifies wisdom as a woman, urging the young to seek and adhere to wise counsel. Proverbs 1:8-9 advises, "Listen, my son, to your father’s instruction, and do not forsake the teaching of your mother. For they are a garland of grace on your head and a pendant around your neck" . While directed at sons, the principle applies universally, emphasizing the importance of heeding the wisdom of one's elders. The biblical expectation for young women to learn from their elders is not merely a cultural artifact but a divine ordinance designed to foster spiritual growth and community stability. By adhering to the teachings and examples of older women, young women are equipped to navigate the complexities of life with wisdom and grace, ensuring the continuity of faith and godly living across generations. Torrey's Topical Textbook Titus 2:4That they may teach the young women to be sober, to love their husbands, to love their children, Torrey's Topical Textbook Library How the Bishop is to Treat the Innocent, the Guilty, and the ... Epistle Lxiii. Limenius, Bishop of Vercell??, Having Died, the See ... Matt. xxv. 1-30. Against Jovinianus. The Historical Books. From the Close of the General Conference of 1812 to the Death of ... Period I: the Imperial State Church of the Undivided Empire, or ... Measures to Promote Revivals. Exposition of the Moral Law. English Version of the Second Helvetic Confession, AD 1566. Resources Is it wrong for a Christian girl/woman to be a tomboy? | GotQuestions.orgWhat can we learn from the woman at the well? | GotQuestions.org What is the meaning of the story of the woman with the issue of blood? | GotQuestions.org Woman: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Subtopics Woman of Distinction: Fair and Graceful Woman of Distinction: Fond of Dress and Ornaments Woman of Distinction: Haughty in Their Deportment Woman of Distinction: Wore Their Hair Plaited and Adorned With Gold and Pearls Woman of the Poorer Classes Swarthy from Exposure to the Sun Woman were Required to Hear and Obey the Law Woman: (At Ease and Careless) of a State of Carnal Security Woman: (Chaste and Holy) of Saints Woman: (Delicate) of Backsliding Israel Woman: (Foolish) of Mere Professors Woman: (Forsaken) of Israel in Her Captivity Woman: (Gloriously Arrayed) of the Church of Christ Woman: (Lewd) of the Roman Apostasy Woman: Allowed to Join in the Temple-Music from the Time of David Woman: Considered a Valuable Booty in War Woman: Frequently: Active in Instigating to Iniquity Woman: Frequently: Fond of Self-Indulgence Woman: Frequently: Silly and Easily Led Into Error Woman: Frequently: Subtle and Deceitful Woman: Frequently: Zealous in Promoting Superstition and Idolatry Woman: Generally Lived in a Separated Apartment or Tent Woman: Generally Wore a Vail in the Presence of the Other Sex Woman: Good and Virtuous, Described Woman: had a Court of the Tabernacle Assigned to Them Woman: Loving and Affectionate Woman: Often Engaged in Agriculture Woman: Often Engaged in Attending Funerals As Mourners Woman: Often Engaged in Celebrating the Victories of the Nation Woman: Often Engaged in Domestic Employments Woman: Often Engaged in Drawing and Carrying Water Woman: Often Engaged in Embroidery Woman: Often Engaged in Grinding Corn Woman: Often Engaged in Spinning Woman: Often Engaged in Tending Sheep Woman: Often Treated With Great Cruelty in War Woman: Origin and Cause of the Name Woman: Originally Made by God in his own Image Woman: Originally Made for Man Woman: Originally Made: from One of Adam's Ribs Woman: Originally Made: Subordinate to Man Woman: Originally Made: To be an Helpmeet for Man Woman: Originally Made: To be the Glory of Man Woman: Punishment for Injuring, when With Child Woman: Safety in Childbirth Promised to the Faithful and Holy Woman: Salvation Promised Through the Seed of Woman: Submissive and Respectful to Husbands Woman: Tender and Constant to Her offspring Woman: To be Governed By, Considered a Calamity by the Jews Woman: To be Slain By, Considered a Great Disgrace Woman: To Wear Her Hair Long As a Covering Woman: Unfaithfulness of, when Married Found out by the Waters of Woman: Virtuous, Held in High Estimation Woman: Vows of, when Married not Binding Upon the Husband Woman: Young of Distinction, Dressed in Robes of Various Colours Woman: Young: Could not Marry Without Consent of Parents Woman: Young: Fond of Ornaments Woman: Young: Inherited Parents' Property when There Was No Male Heir Woman: Young: Kind and Courteous to Strangers Woman: Young: Not to be Given in Marriage Considered a Calamity Woman: Young: Often Taken Captive Woman: Young: Often Treated With Great Cruelty in War Woman: Young: Punishment for Seducing when not Betrothed Woman: Young: Punishment for Seducing, when Betrothed Woman: Young: Required to Learn from and Imitate Their Elders Related Terms Woman-servant (12 Occurrences) |
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