In this eye-opening episode, join Boaz and Ruth as they uncover the remarkable story of the Wise Woman of Abel Beth Maacah, a forgotten female leader who stood up to King David's army and saved her entire city. Drawing from groundbreaking archaeological discoveries and biblical texts, our hosts explore how women wielded surprising influence in ancient Israel.

Key Points Discussed:

• How a single woman's wisdom prevented a military siege

• Recent archaeological findings at Tel Abel Beth Maacah

• The mysterious role of "wise women" in ancient Israeli society

• Evidence of ritual practices and divination

• Why Abel Beth Maacah was known as a "mother in Israel"

💡 In this fascinating discussion, Boaz and Ruth challenge traditional views of ancient Israeli society, revealing a world where women held significant authority in local communities. Using recent archaeological evidence, including mysterious ritual objects and city structures, they reconstruct the remarkable story of how wisdom and diplomacy triumphed over military might.

🔊 Join the conversation:

• How did women maintain influence in a patriarchal society?

• What can modern leadership learn from ancient wise women?

• Why did these powerful female roles eventually diminish?

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📚 Based on research by Nava Panitz-Cohen and Naama Yahalom-Mack

Panitz-Cohen, Nava, and Naama Yahalom-Mack. “The Wise Woman of Abel Beth Maacah,” Biblical Archaeology Review. (2019): 26–33,88.

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