Women Healing/Healing Women

"Women Healing/Healing Women," published by Taylor & Francis Ltd in 2006, delves into the significant yet often overlooked role of women in the healing practices of early Christianity. This insightful paperback comprises 278 pages that explore the absence of explicit commissions for women healers within the early Christian context, despite the healing nature that defined the era. The book embarks on a compelling journey to uncover the women healers of the Graeco-Roman world during the late Hellenistic and early Roman periods. Through meticulous research, it showcases how these remarkable women were recognized and honored in inscriptions, drawing attention to their contributions and empowering narratives. Perfect for scholars and anyone interested in the intersection of gender and spirituality, "Women Healing/Healing Women" invites readers to reevaluate historical perspectives and appreciate the vital role of women in the healing traditions of the past.