(Women and Words) Context and Canon: Women's Leadership in Biblical Translation

Mutuality Matters

In this episode of Mutuality Matters the discussion focuses on how Bible translation can impact understanding and implementation of biblical equality. The episode explores the complexities translators face working with Hebrew, Greek, and other languages, and the importance of context in interpreting passages that have historically been used to limit women's roles. It highlights the need for study Bibles that provide contextual notes and alternative interpretations to promote humanizing and empowering readings of the Bible. The guest speaker emphasizes the role of cultural understanding and interactive Bible studies in uncovering deeper nuances in Scripture. 00:00 Introduction to Mutuality Matters 00:27 Journey to Bible Translation Expertise 02:29 Challenges in Translating Biblical Texts 07:20 Supporting Women's Leadership Through Scripture 13:27 Impact of Failed Bible Translations 20:33 The Role of Women in Bible Study and Translation 24:23 Future of Bible Translations and Women's Biblical Equality 27:49 Concluding Thoughts on Bible Translation and Equality Guest Bio Rev. Dr. Marlon Winedt, a theologian, philosopher, and Bible translator, earned his BA in Theology/Philosophy from the University of Steubenville, Ohio (magna cum laude 1985) and his Drs-MA in Philosophy (cum laude) from the University of Tilburg (1988). He completed post-graduate work in Bible translation and linguistics (1996, 2001), earning a PhD in Bible Translation (1999), all at the Free University of Amsterdam. Engaged in Bible translation for 35 years, he contributed to the Common Language Papiamentu Bible and serves as a Bible Translation Consultant for the United Bible Societies, mentoring teams across the Caribbean and the Americas. He also trains translation consultants worldwide. Marlon, a pastor, radio host, and columnist, contributes to academic and popular discourse in various languages, with his fields of interests being, among others, biblical languages, Greco-Roman world, Performance Criticism and Creolistics. He resides with his wife Sandra on Curaçao, engaging in diverse international teaching roles. The opinions expressed in CBE’s Mutuality Matters’ podcast are those of its hosts or guests and do not purport to reflect the opinions or views of CBE International or its members or chapters worldwide. The designations employed in this podcast and the presentation of content therein do not imply the expression of any opinion whatsoever on the part of CBE concerning the legal status of any country, area or territory or of its authorities, or concerning the delimitation of its frontiers.