By Linda Tancs
The term “girl power” gained popularity in the 1990s thanks to pop groups like The Spice Girls. It encourages women and girls to believe in themselves, pursue their goals and support each other. Although it’s become trendy in modern culture, it’s as ancient as the Old Testament. Consider the case of Zelophehad, who died without sons, and according to the prevailing custom, his daughters were not entitled to inherit his land. The five sisters petitioned Moses, arguing that their father’s name should not be forgotten and that they should be entitled to an inheritance. Unsure how to proceed, Moses approached the Lord, who ruled in the daughters’ favor (Numbers 27:1-11). God is a God of justice, after all. But how courageous of the girls to come forward and challenge societal norms. Their faith in God is a testament to them, establishing a limited right of inheritance for Israelite women and influencing future legal interpretations. Is there a girl in your life in need of encouragement? How can you best empower her?
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