{"id":15748,"date":"2026-03-03T10:04:42","date_gmt":"2026-03-03T16:04:42","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theway.davisinterests.com\/wp\/?p=15748"},"modified":"2026-03-03T13:52:15","modified_gmt":"2026-03-03T19:52:15","slug":"women-others-by-robin-gallaher-branch","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theway.davisinterests.com\/wp\/women-others-by-robin-gallaher-branch\/","title":{"rendered":"Women & Others by Robin Gallaher Branch"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Robin Gallaher Branch<\/strong>\u00a0received her Ph.D. in Hebrew Studies from the University of Texas in Austin in 2000. She was awarded a Fulbright Fellowship for the 2002\u20132003 academic year to the Faculty of Theology at North-West University.\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The links and images below are from\u00a0Robin Gallaher Branch’s<\/a><\/span> “Latest at BAS”<\/a>as of 3\/3\/2026.<\/h4>\n\n\n\n
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Feb 26 – Who Was Phoebe?<\/a> By:\u00a0Robin Gallaher Branch<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Who was Phoebe? That\u2019s a good question! This first-century C.E. leader of the early Christian community makes a cameo appearance in Romans 16:1\u20132. Paul graciously [\u2026]<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Nov 6 – Laughter in the Bible? Absolutely!<\/a> By:\u00a0Robin Gallaher Branch<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Robin Gallaher Branch on the lighter side of the Bible.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Aug 21 – Judith: A Remarkable Heroine<\/a> By:\u00a0Robin Gallaher Branch<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Book of Judith presents a truly remarkable heroine. Judith is introduced as a devout, shapely, beautiful and wealthy widow who exhibits characteristics equal to those of Israel\u2019s finest warriors.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Jul 24 – Anna in the Bible<\/a> By:\u00a0Robin Gallaher Branch<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Anna is one of the Bible\u2019s most unusual women. Introduced at the end of the Birth Narrative (Luke 1:1-2:40), Anna concludes the sextet of named, pious Israelites surrounding the miraculous births of John and Jesus.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Jul 23 – \u201cHey, Turtledove!\u201d<\/a> By:\u00a0Robin Gallaher Branch<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Biblical writers in both testaments are known for their excellent writing, vibrant verbs, limited descriptions, and\u2014above all!\u2014brevity. Instead of lengthy explanations, they control the narrative [\u2026]<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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May 6 – Tabitha in the Bible<\/a> By:\u00a0Robin Gallaher Branch<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Biblical studies scholar Robin Gallaher Branch explores Luke\u2019s depiction of a woman set on doing good for the poor and serving her friends, the widows, for whom she makes robes and clothing.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Apr 12 – Eleazar in the Bible<\/a> By:\u00a0Robin Gallaher Branch<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Eleazar, Aaron\u2019s son and successor as high priest, witnessed some of the most dramatic events in Israel\u2019s early history. Mentioned more than 60 times in [\u2026]<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Apr 3 – Martha: A Remarkable Disciple<\/a> By:\u00a0Robin Gallaher Branch<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The New Testament mentions Martha, a disciple of Jesus, three times (Luke 10:38\u201342; John 11:1\u201344; 12:2). Her actions, statements, and profession of faith reveal a [\u2026]<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Apr 2 – Who Is Jethro, Priest of Midian?<\/a> By:\u00a0Robin Gallaher Branch<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Bible introduces Jethro, who is also called Reuel, as a non-Israelite, a priest of Midian, and the father of seven daughters who are shepherdesses [\u2026]<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Feb 27 – Deborah in the Bible<\/a> By:\u00a0Robin Gallaher Branch<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Deborah, the only female judge in the Bible, excelled in multiple areas. She served ancient Israel as a prophet, judge, military leader, songwriter, and minstrel.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Aug 24 – Barnabas: An Encouraging Early Church Leader<\/a> By:\u00a0Robin Gallaher Branch<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Who is Barnabas in the Bible? In part one of this two-part study, Robin Branch describes the traits that define Barnabas as an early church leader.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Sep 3 – Part II\u2014Barnabas: An Encouraging Early Church Leader<\/a> By:\u00a0Robin Gallaher Branch<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Who is Barnabas in the Bible? In part two of this two-part study, Robin Branch further analyzes the traits that define Barnabas as an early church leader.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Feb 1 – Judith: A Remarkable Heroine, Part 2<\/a> By:\u00a0Robin Gallaher Branch<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

This article continues Robin Gallaher Branch’s earlier post discussing the character Judith, the remarkable heroine of the book bearing her name.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Dec 17 – The Bible and Sexuality in South Africa<\/a> By:\u00a0Robin Gallaher Branch<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

With the Bible used as both tool and resource, human sexuality is being openly discussed in South Africa, according to a paper presented recently by Gerald O. West at the annual meeting of the Society of Biblical Literature in Chicago.<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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May 10 – With Age Comes Experience<\/a> By:\u00a0Robin Gallaher Branch<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

During her time at the 2011 conference of the Society of Biblical Literature in San Francisco, California, BHD contributing blogger Robin Gallaher Branch enjoyed many stimulating lectures, including one by New Testament scholar Mona Tokarek LaFosse on the important role played by older women in the patriarchal society of the New Testament world. While there were certainly competing ideas about the proper role for women in society, LaFosse concludes that older women were especially valued for their ability to influence family relationships and mold, teach and guide younger women.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Apr 26 – What\u2019s Funny About the Gospel of Mark?<\/a> By:\u00a0Robin Gallaher Branch<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

During her time at the 2011 conference of the Society of Biblical Literature in San Francisco, California, BHD contributing blogger Robin Gallaher Branch enjoyed a stimulating lecture by New Testament scholar Kelly Iverson on the role of humor in the Gospel of Mark.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Apr 2 – SBL Meeting Gives New Insights on Paul<\/a> By:\u00a0Robin Gallaher Branch<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

While attending the Society of Biblical Literature\u2019s November 2011 conference in San Francisco, California, BHD contributing blogger Robin Gallaher Branch heard two intriguing lectures that presented new ways of thinking about the apostle Paul and his letters.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Nov 2 – Studying the Ancient Israelites<\/a> By: Reviewed by Robin Gallaher Branch<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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