We next read;—“The rib which the Lord God had taken from…
““We next read;—“The rib which the Lord God had taken from man made He a woman.” But the last words are by no means an adequate rendering of the original, which should be translated “builded He into a woman.” And there is a remarkable coincidence in the use of such a term, and the frequent application of the words “build “ and “edify” to the Church in the New Testament.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Suggests that the biblical creation of woman implies a purposeful building, linking to church language of building and edifying.
In simple terms: Woman’s creation is described as a purposeful building.
Key Takeaway
Consider the intentional design behind relationships.
Themes
theology
language
creation
Mood
reflective
scholarly
Type
theological
interpretive
When to use this quote
- wedding vows
- church teaching
- personal reflection
Key Concepts
biblical interpretation
metaphor
Questions to Reflect On
- What does “building” imply about human purpose?
- How does this view affect gender roles?
A Different Perspective
Interpretations vary; some view it as metaphorical, not literal.