What Is A Woman?
Highlight: A woman is God’s creation, equal in His image, distinct in her role, and precious in His sight.
In today’s world, the definition of a woman has been twisted, watered down, and confused. Too often, society reduces womanhood to outward appearances, breasts, hips, makeup, hair, or curves. Even in the highest courts of the land, judges have been asked, “What is a woman?” and struggled to give a clear answer.
This confusion has spilled into culture: men dressing as women, wigs and makeup being used to blur the lines, and children being taught that gender is fluid. Some are even undergoing surgeries to change their bodies. But while the world debates, God has already spoken. He is not silent about gender, identity, or the role of women.
God’s View of Woman
From the very beginning, God made His design clear. “It is not good for the man to be alone. I will make a helper corresponding to him” (Genesis 2:18). Eve was created to accompany Adam, to be his partner, his companion. Without women, men would be incomplete. Together, they were meant to bond in covenant: “This is why a man leaves his father and mother and bonds with his wife...” (Genesis 2:24).
But God doesn’t define women by looks alone. He elevates character above appearance:
“An excellent wife is the crown of her husband, but she who brings shame is like rottenness in his bones.” (Proverbs 12:4)
“An excellent wife who can find? She is far more precious than jewels.” (Proverbs 31:10)
“Strength and dignity are her clothing, and she laughs at the time to come.” (Proverbs 31:25)
“Charm is deceitful, and beauty is vain, but a woman who fears the Lord is to be praised.” (Proverbs 31:30)
“But let your adorning be the hidden person of the heart with the imperishable beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which in God’s sight is very precious.” (1 Peter 3:4)
God’s Word makes it clear: true womanhood is not about filters, fashion, or fame. It’s about fear of the Lord, strength, dignity, and a spirit that shines from within.
Are Women and Men Equal
For centuries, women have fought for equality, the right to vote, to work, to be educated, and to be respected. Some argue that men and women are too different to share equal opportunities. But Scripture says otherwise.
“So God created man in his own image, in the image of God he created him; male and female he created them.” (Genesis 1:27). Both men and women bear God’s image. Both deserve respect.
Paul explains it clearly: “Nevertheless, in the Lord woman is not independent of man nor man of woman; for as woman was made from man, so man is now born of woman.” (1 Corinthians 11:11-12). Men and women need each other. They are equal in worth, though their roles differ.
God sets order in the home and church:
“But I want you to understand that the head of every man is Christ, the head of a wife is her husband, and the head of Christ is God.” (1 Corinthians 3:11)
“Wives, submit to your husbands, as is fitting in the Lord.” (Colossians 3:18)
“So I would have younger widows marry, bear children, manage their households, and give the adversary no occasion for slander.” (1 Timothy 5:14)
“And so train the young women to love their husbands and children, to be self-controlled, pure, working at home, kind, and submissive to their own husbands, that the word of God may not be reviled.” (Titus 2:4-5)
“Let a woman learn quietly with all submissiveness… Yet she will be saved through childbearing, if they continue in faith and love and holiness, with self-control.” (1 Timothy 2:11-15)
And God is clear about clothing: “A woman shall not wear a man’s garment, nor shall a man put on a woman’s cloak, for whoever does these things is an abomination to the Lord your God.” (Deuteronomy 22:5).
Roles are not about oppression; they’re about order, balance, and blessing. Women can work, lead, and thrive, as seen in Proverbs 31. But in marriage, both husband and wife must embrace God’s design for a fruitful home.
How Should Women Be Treated?
History shows that women have often been mistreated, silenced, and undervalued. But God’s Word demands respect. Husbands are commanded: “Husbands, love your wives, and do not be harsh with them.” (Colossians 3:19). And wives are called to respect their husbands in return (Ephesians 5:33).
Marriage should be a place of honor and love. The Song of Solomon paints a vivid picture of affection: “Behold, you are beautiful, my love, behold, you are beautiful! Your eyes are doves behind your veil. Your hair is like a flock of goats leaping down the slopes of Gilead.” (Song of Solomon 4:1).
This is how God intended, men cherishing women, women honoring men, both reflecting His love.
Conclusion
The Bible doesn’t give a dictionary definition of “woman,” but it does give us her roles, her responsibilities, and her worth. A woman is God’s creation, equal in His image, distinct in her role, and precious in His sight.
The enemy is working overtime to confuse this generation, twisting gender, redefining identity, and silencing truth. But Christians must speak boldly. We must remind the world that womanhood is not confusion, not culture, not cosmetics. It is God’s design, rooted in dignity, strength, and the fear of the Lord.
