This book looks at the lives of nine widows: the Biblical history surrounding their lives and at the culture in which they lived. Their stories are set in a chronological study of the Old Testament. The power and authority of God is balanced with His ever present love and compassion. The widows are as follows:
- Tamar-A Study of Triumph
- Naomi-A Study of Hope
- Ruth-A Study of Love
- Abigail-A Study of Courage
- Bathsheba-A Study of Forgiveness
- Zeruah-A Study of Responsibility
- Widow of Zarephath-A Study of Faith
- Jezebel-A Study of Influence
- Widow With the Jar of Oil-A Study of Provision
About the author - Sylvia Ellen Miatke De Jong, a semi-retired missionary with Africa Inland Mission, is also an ordained chaplain and a former registered nurse. She was a widow for thirty years and is the mother of three children, four step children, nineteen grandchildren and seven great grandchildren. She is a graduate of Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary where she earned her Masters Degree in Urban Ministery/Pastoral Care. Mrs. De Jong and her husband live near Wooster, Ohio.
We encourage you to use the book for women’s Sunday School or Bible classes, individual Bible study, or group studies with widows, single or divorced women.
Widows of the Old Testament Introduction (PDF)
Tamar, A Study of Triumph (PDF)
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