Book description
Most Christians have heard a familiar description of the Samaritan woman in John 4: she was a sinner, an adulteress, even a prostitute. Throughout church history, the woman at the well has been seen narrowly in terms of her gender and marital history. What are we missing in the story? And what difference does our interpretation of this passage make for women and men in the church? Caryn A. Reeder calls us to see the Samaritan woman in a different light. Beginning with the reception history of John 4, she pulls back layers of interpretation entangled with readers' assumptions on women and sexuality. She then explores the story's original context, describing life for women and expectations regarding marriage and divorce in the first century. With this clarified lens, Reeder's exegesis of the passage yields refreshing insights on what the Gospel says--and does not say--about the woman at the well. Throughout the book, Reeder draws connections between interpretations of this text and the life of the church. The sexual objectification of the Samaritan woman and minimization of her positive contribution has ongoing consequences for how women are seen and treated--including in the failure of many Christian communities to respond well to accusations of abuse. In the age of #MeToo and #ChurchToo, The Samaritan Woman's Story offers a bold challenge to teach the Bible in a way that truly honors the value and voices of women.
Bombay Shivers
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Switch
ListenBook's seamless integration with CarPlay enhances my daily commute, making it a productive and enjoyable experience. Seamless audiobook integration β this app's functionality is a true gem. ListenBook's drag-and-drop download feature simplifies the process of adding new audiobooks to my collection. ListenBook has revolutionized how I consume content. It's like having a personal library in my pocket. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has significantly improved the audio quality of my recordings.
WanderWord
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Black Mustard
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Potato Sub
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Darkside Isis
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Girl Brownie
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Curio
This app has turned my daily commute into a source of inspiration and entertainment. Sharing audiobooks with friends through AirDrop and Sharing on ListenBook is a fantastic way to spread the joy of listening. ListenBook's dedication to optimizing for iOS 16 ensures a seamless experience on the latest devices. Audiobooks on this app have expanded my horizons and introduced me to new ideas. ListenBook's detailed statistics feature helps me keep track of my listening habits. It's amazing to see how much I've learned from all those audiobooks!
NightWonka
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Coffee
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Sly Silvermoon
I've never experienced such silky-smooth playback even with high-quality FLAC files. My study sessions are more efficient than ever, thanks to the looping playback and bookmark features.
Preach Man
I love that I can download content directly from the internet within the ListenBook app β so handy! This app's intuitive features and easy navigation make it a must-have for audiobook enthusiasts. The statistics tracking feature is very useful. ListenBook helps me keep track of my listening time. The ability to download audiobooks directly is fantastic. ListenBook is very convenient. The app is super intuitive. I was up and running in minutes.
Pexxious
Adjusting the tone of the voice adds a unique touch to my listening experience. I love the personalization! ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature is a revelation. It elevates the audio quality, providing a clear and immersive listening experience that enhances my enjoyment. The app is perfect for people who love to listen to books while exercising.
Feral Mayhem
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Mad Kid
The ability to adjust playback speed is a game-changer for faster or more immersive listening. ListenBook's commitment to providing a high-quality audiobook experience is truly commendable. This app has made my daily routines more meaningful and enjoyable. Bookmarking my favorite parts of audiobooks is now a breeze. Love this feature!
Magenta
Audiobooks on this app have expanded my horizons and introduced me to new ideas. Revolutionizing the way I enjoy stories β this app's seamless playback and intuitive controls make it a must-have for every book enthusiast. π±π§ Sharing audiobooks through AirDrop is a great way to spread the joy of storytelling with friends. I've listened to hundreds of audiobooks and this narrator is now in my top 5. Their timing and inflection were masterful. Never a dull moment in the entire performance.
Duchess
This app's compatibility with various devices ensures that I can enjoy my audiobooks wherever I am. With this app, I can seamlessly switch between audiobooks and real life. Audiobooks made convenient β this app's functionality is a true gift. Bookmarks are a lifesaver for audiobook lovers. They help me keep track of important moments.
DreamWeaver
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Wanted Candy
I'm amazed at how this app has expanded my reading horizons. Good for background listening. I didnβt get fully immersed, but it was pleasant enough to have on while doing chores. The narratorβs voice was easy to listen to, even if the delivery lacked some energy. I don't have strong feelings about this one either way. The narration was competent but forgettable. The story itself was more engaging than the performance.
Metal Aphrodite
The ability to highlight passages and take notes while listening is a fantastic feature. Audiobooks made easy β this app's functionality is truly a gift. ListenBook Pro's tone adjustment feature is a fun way to experiment with the audiobook experience. This audiobook performed its function without excelling. The narrator's delivery was straightforward and easy to follow, though lacking in dramatic flair. The recording quality was decent with only occasional minor inconsistencies in volume. An acceptable but forgettable listening experience.
Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience