David Gooding Answers

This is an online archive of David Gooding’s answers to Bible-related questions that he received over many years of correspondence and in Q&A sessions. They are available to read online, or download as PDFs. This project is ongoing, so new resources will be added periodically.

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In Genesis 3:16, it says that he [her husband] shall rule over Eve. Was there a difference here in ruling over Eve as opposed to what God originally intended?

David Gooding 11/13/24 David Gooding 11/13/24

In Genesis 3:16, it says that he [her husband] shall rule over Eve. Was there a difference here in ruling over Eve as opposed to what God originally intended?

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Is it true that the statement of 1 Cor 7:4 about husband and wife not having authority over their own bodies within a marriage context is nowhere to be found in Babylonian, Greek or Roman philosophy?

David Gooding 1/27/23 David Gooding 1/27/23

Is it true that the statement of 1 Cor 7:4 about husband and wife not having authority over their own bodies within a marriage context is nowhere to be found in Babylonian, Greek or Roman philosophy?

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Looking at Paul’s instructions to the women in the church at Corinth, how were they to dress themselves and how were they to behave in general?

David Gooding 8/25/22 David Gooding 8/25/22

Looking at Paul’s instructions to the women in the church at Corinth, how were they to dress themselves and how were they to behave in general?

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In light of 1 Corinthians 11:4, why would the Old Testament priests wear a head covering? Why is creation order referenced in favour of the woman being covered and the man not?

David Gooding 7/11/22 David Gooding 7/11/22

In light of 1 Corinthians 11:4, why would the Old Testament priests wear a head covering? Why is creation order referenced in favour of the woman being covered and the man not?

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In the semi-official occasions, when women may pray and prophesy, are they to cover their heads? Does that also apply to their own homes?

David Gooding 6/6/22 David Gooding 6/6/22

In the semi-official occasions, when women may pray and prophesy, are they to cover their heads? Does that also apply to their own homes?

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Why do Christians eat pork when it is declared ‘unclean’ by the Old Testament?

David Gooding 5/23/22 David Gooding 5/23/22

Why do Christians eat pork when it is declared ‘unclean’ by the Old Testament?

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Critique of Jaubert and Ramsey on 1 Corinthians 11:10

David Gooding 3/13/22 David Gooding 3/13/22

Critique of Jaubert and Ramsey on 1 Corinthians 11:10

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What do you mean when you talk about the ‘structure’ of John’s Gospel?

David Gooding 1/31/22 David Gooding 1/31/22

What do you mean when you talk about the ‘structure’ of John’s Gospel?

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Review of ‘A stalemate of genders? Some hermeneutical reflections’ by C. Powell

David Gooding 1/7/22 David Gooding 1/7/22

Review of ‘A stalemate of genders? Some hermeneutical reflections’ by C. Powell

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In Romans 16:7, is the correct translation ‘Junia’ (female) or ‘Junias’ (male), and in what way is he or she ‘of note among the apostles’?

David Gooding 12/23/21 David Gooding 12/23/21

In Romans 16:7, is the correct translation ‘Junia’ (female) or ‘Junias’ (male), and in what way is he or she ‘of note among the apostles’?

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First Corinthians 11:5 speaks of sisters praying. Should sisters in the meeting be robbed of the joy of participating in prayer?

David Gooding 12/17/21 David Gooding 12/17/21

First Corinthians 11:5 speaks of sisters praying. Should sisters in the meeting be robbed of the joy of participating in prayer?

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Are there no archaeological searches for the body of the Christ?

David Gooding 12/9/21 David Gooding 12/9/21

Are there no archaeological searches for the body of the Christ?

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Why did you say that women praying and prophesying was on unofficial or semi-official occasions?

David Gooding 11/23/21 David Gooding 11/23/21

Why did you say that women praying and prophesying was on unofficial or semi-official occasions?

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In relation to 1 Corinthians 11, in what ways do men and women differ? Could you describe the characteristics of both sexes, particularly spiritually and psychologically?

David Gooding 11/9/21 David Gooding 11/9/21

In relation to 1 Corinthians 11, in what ways do men and women differ? Could you describe the characteristics of both sexes, particularly spiritually and psychologically?

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Can women pray during church services?

David Gooding 7/13/21 David Gooding 7/13/21

Can women pray during church services?

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Review of ‘Paul and Women Keeping Silent in Church’ by Dr Jeff Simmonds

David Gooding 7/2/21 David Gooding 7/2/21

Review of ‘Paul and Women Keeping Silent in Church’ by Dr Jeff Simmonds

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Why do you conclude that the praying and prophesying of 1 Corinthians 11 is not a part of church activity? How do you define a church gathering in which women would not be permitted to speak?

David Gooding 7/1/21 David Gooding 7/1/21

Why do you conclude that the praying and prophesying of 1 Corinthians 11 is not a part of church activity? How do you define a church gathering in which women would not be permitted to speak?

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How do you view the role of the women in the church, and in what ways can they exercise their priestly function, particularly in regard to public worship?

David Gooding 7/1/21 David Gooding 7/1/21

How do you view the role of the women in the church, and in what ways can they exercise their priestly function, particularly in regard to public worship?

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What are your thoughts on Canon Michael Green's translation ‘wives’ in 1 Corinthians 14:34?

David Gooding 6/30/21 David Gooding 6/30/21

What are your thoughts on Canon Michael Green's translation ‘wives’ in 1 Corinthians 14:34?

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Does the Greek allow for the following translation: ‘Let your wives keep silent in the churches, for they are not permitted to speak’ (1 Corinthians 14:34)?

David Gooding 6/30/21 David Gooding 6/30/21

Does the Greek allow for the following translation: ‘Let your wives keep silent in the churches, for they are not permitted to speak’ (1 Corinthians 14:34)?

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