It would be a real shame if some members were to be viewing Paul's writing as a [power] trip over women. As brilliant of a mind that Paul was fortunate to be given, he clearly does not show any stereotype between the genders. He clearly is in line with the [customs] of the Ancient Times. He clearly is [projecting] those customs by promoting {men} to lead.
But then again, we have numerous records of the [customs] from several Ancient Civilizations that reveal in Paul's day, the entire world of that day and beyond Mesopotamia, all viewed women as the property of either a Father, Husband, Master or Guardian. It's not even a stretch of imagination here why Paul list men. For one, this is a private letter. He is writing according to the customs where these Churches were located. He is not documenting anything here like James (half brother of Yeshua) would in his role.
Reading the posts of "some" here does give hint to those who view women as less than. You need to forgive that woman you believe has done you wrong before it eats a hole right through you! Women are a Blessing. Us Men are assbackward fools and stubborn as a barnyard mule.
But then again, we have numerous records of the [customs] from several Ancient Civilizations that reveal in Paul's day, the entire world of that day and beyond Mesopotamia, all viewed women as the property of either a Father, Husband, Master or Guardian. It's not even a stretch of imagination here why Paul list men. For one, this is a private letter. He is writing according to the customs where these Churches were located. He is not documenting anything here like James (half brother of Yeshua) would in his role.
Reading the posts of "some" here does give hint to those who view women as less than. You need to forgive that woman you believe has done you wrong before it eats a hole right through you! Women are a Blessing. Us Men are assbackward fools and stubborn as a barnyard mule.