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Article . 2025
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Carriers of Life and Blessings: Mary and the Theological Role of Women in God's Redemptive Plan

Authors: Lami Ibrahim Bakari PhD 1 & Nanlir Kartim Napbut PhD 2;

Carriers of Life and Blessings: Mary and the Theological Role of Women in God's Redemptive Plan

Abstract

The figure of Mary, the mother of Jesus, stands at the heart of Christian theology as a symbol of obedience, faith, and divine favor. Her role in the incarnation narrative portrays women not merely as passive recipients of divine will but as active carriers of life and blessings within God’s redemptive plan. This paper offers a biblical and theological reflection on Mary’s unique vocation as “blessed among women” (Luke 1:28), situating her within the broader framework of salvation history alongside other women such as Sarah, Hannah, and Elizabeth. By examining scriptural narratives and theological traditions, the study highlights the ways in which God consistently uses women as channels of grace, life, and blessing for communities of faith. The reflection underscores the relevance of Mary’s example for contemporary discussions on gender, empowerment, and the theological dignity of women in church and society. Furthermore, the paper explores the African contextual resonance of women as custodians of life and blessings, drawing parallels between biblical narratives and indigenous cultural understandings of motherhood and communal flourishing. Ultimately, this study affirms that women, exemplified by Mary, occupy a central place in God’s redemptive economy, serving as indispensable vessels through whom divine blessings are made manifest in history.

Keywords

Blessings, Gender, Mary, Redemption, Women

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