Compare later Pauline Christian perceptions of women's roles in Christian assemblies. How do each of these groups appeal to Paul in their respective positions?

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The Answer is Since Paul's views of women could be interpreted as inconsistent-claiming that women could serve in the church, but that they must retain their social status as women-it is not surprising that Christian groups subsequently used Paul to advance their own, very different views. One group took the side that women were equal to men in every way (see, e.g., the Acts of Paul and Thecla). Other Christians, however, took the opposite stance and argued that women should marry and occupy a traditional, submissive role (see, e.g., the Pastoral epistles). As long as Christians met within the confines of the private home, women were able to hold positions of authority and prominence. As the movement grew and Christianity became more public, however, it became problematic for women to retain their leadership positions.

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