Wilda C. Gafney Knihy

Focusing on the often-overlooked women of the Hebrew Scriptures, this work presents an innovative midrashic interpretation using original translations. Gafney draws from the African American preaching tradition to highlight the stories of various female characters, blending womanist and feminist approaches with a deep understanding of the sociohistorical context of the ancient Near East. This scholarly yet imaginative exploration aims to enrich discussions surrounding feminist and womanist biblical interpretation, offering fresh insights into these biblical figures.

The final installment in the critically praised lectionary series that focuses on women's stories. In this third volume of a three-volume lectionary, widely praised womanist bible scholar and priest Wilda Gafney selects scripture readings that emphasize women's stories. Focusing especially on the Gospel of Luke, Year C of A Women's Lectionary features Gafney's fresh, inclusive, and thought-provoking translations of every reading, alongside commentary on each reading. Designed for liturgical use or scriptural study, this resource offers a new perspective on the Bible and the liturgical year. "Gafney's paradigm-shifting scholarship will influence biblical preaching and teaching for generations to come." --National Catholic Reporter