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.
Criss Cross
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Lumberyard
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SunVolt
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MindfulMingle
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The Flying Mouse
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Hitch Frenzy
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Gr8 Flick
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Midas
Organization made simple β this app's efficient management of my audiobook collection ensures that every story is just a tap away. Convenience at its finest. ππ± ListenBook is a must-have for audiobook lovers. The auto-rewind feature ensures I never miss a word. ListenBookβs interface is clean and intuitive. Itβs a joy to use.
Thunder Nut
The statistics feature in ListenBook adds an element of self-awareness to my audiobook consumption. ListenBook Pro's noise reduction feature has made a significant difference in the clarity of recordings.
Little Granger
ListenBook has become an essential part of my daily routine. It's like having a library on my phone! Fairly enjoyable, but forgettable. I didnβt have any major complaints, but I also donβt see myself revisiting this one. It was a decent way to spend a few hours, though.
Tse Tse Guy
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ByteBard
ListenBook's clean interface and organized layout make it a pleasure to browse through my audiobooks. ππ Turn traffic into a literary escape β this app's functionality keeps me engaged while I'm on the move. ππ§ Looping playback is a valuable study tool. It helps me grasp complex content and retain information. The audiobook player's silky-smooth playback is like music to my ears. Flawless performance! ListenBook has become my go-to app for all audiobooks. Full of useful features.
Insane SweepKick
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Roller Girl
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Gov Skull
This app isn't just a tool, it's a wellspring of inspiration and positive vibes. With ListenBook, I've found a reliable and enjoyable way to listen to audiobooks and expand my knowledge. CUE playlist support helps me organize my audiobooks efficiently. It's a great organizational tool.
Prometheus
Efficiency and ease combined β this app is a must-have for book lovers. I can finally listen to all my audiobooks seamlessly with ListenBook. The customizable playback controls and chapter navigation make it a breeze.
Slinger
This app has turned long waits into exciting opportunities to dive into a new story. This app is perfect for audiobook lovers. The interface is beautiful and easy to navigate.
Unseen
I'm hooked on this app's ability to make reading fit into any moment. Supports all audio formats I use without issues. Very happy.
RawSkills
ListenBook's extensive library and user-friendly interface have made it my go-to app. Adjusting the tone of the narrator's voice adds a layer of personalization that I never knew I needed. Adjustable playback speed and volume control make for a customized experience.
Find It Girl
The ability to download audio from network devices directly within ListenBook is incredibly convenient. ListenBook has broadened my horizons by introducing me to a diverse range of audiobooks. It's a gateway to endless knowledge, entertainment, and inspiration. A serviceable audiobook that met basic expectations. The narration was clear if somewhat unremarkable, and the production quality was standard without any noticeable technical issues. It kept me moderately engaged during workouts but didn't leave a lasting impression.
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