Angie r

[RCT]

what does it mean? Despot Oikos its driving me crazy...LOL...:lol:

[KarlaB]

You're going to have to wait for her official definition- she left for FL this morning! :grimace:

I looked it up and this is what I found (http://www.bible.org.za/LifeChange%20Resources/Video/Leadersguides/HMH.htm)

The Helper is to actively "manage the house" under the husband’s authority as the "despot of the oikos." (1Timothy 5:14)

Greek oikos means the "home" and its "affairs." (1 Timothy 5:14)
Greek despot means to "menage" and "oversee." (1 Timothy 5:14)

[RCT]

thanks.....I would have gone bonkers waiting until she returned....thanks again...

[darlene]

Thanks for asking that Renee! I was wondering too....thought maybe I missed a post explaining it.
Sounds like a good answer Karla!


:)

[KarlaB]

We'll have to see what angie says - I (actually the internet LOL) could be way off! :)

[angie r]

Oh KarlaB!! I am totally impressed that you figured that one out!! That definition is correct, something I learned in the last bible study I was in. I felt it to be sooo empowering. Not like I was just a mom and a housekeeper, but the "monarch of my household." Totally under my control!! I have the power to do it all!!!! Well, maybe everything but the laundry, dh does that. LOL!!!!!!!! :biggrin:

[KarlaB]

:blush: Actually I don't deserve too much praise (but I won't complain LOL) - I looked it up and the definitions I gave came right from the site. :)

[angie r]

Take all the praise you can get, we never do get enough!! Isn't it just a great day!! :biggrin:

[KarlaB]

:yippee: Keep it coming!! I knew I missed you for a reason! :D

[RCT]

glad to know that its a good thing...LOL....was worried at first...LOL....I like it... :biggrin: