Although the bible predominantly portrays men as heroes, women are also shown as heroic. It is said that some modern readers of the Old Testament argue that women are given a very minor role in Israel's salvation history and that the writers are sexist or biased against women. Writers did not give women a minor role; rather they played a minor role. The occasion where women contributed is recorded and credit given when done. Because …showed first 75 words of 845 total…

…showed last 75 words of 845 total…all heroes by my definition. They each found what was best in their selves and used it to help others. It is hard to say which is most admirable. Gentle Ruth embodies love, Esther is glamorous, but because Deborah has the most talents, she is most admirable. Remarkably Deborah was a judge, military leader, poet, prophet, and mother and wife. Throughout the bible we cannot find a more well-rounded leader, male or female, than Deborah.