The Role of Women in Biblical Genealogies

3 Judah was the father of Perez and Zerah (whose mother was Tamar).
Perez was the father of Hezron.
Hezron was the father of Ram.
5 Salmon was the father of Boaz (whose mother was Rahab).
Boaz was the father of Obed (whose mother was Ruth).
Obed was the father of Jesse.
6 Jesse was the father of King David.
David was the father of Solomon (whose mother was Bathsheba, the widow of Uriah).

The Bible often omits women from genealogies unless they played a significant role. In the lineage of Jesus, four women are mentioned: Tamar, Rahab, Ruth, and Bathsheba. Each of these women had complicated pasts but were honored by God for their righteousness and significant contributions. This inclusion highlights that God values everyone, regardless of their past, and can use anyone for His divine purposes. These women, despite their challenges and societal status, were integral to God's plan of redemption, showing that God's grace and purpose extend to all.