Pete... the problem has been that many church leaders in MANY churches HAVE used a debatable interpretation of numerous translations of assorted scriptures to assert that men should have a special position in theological debates. One reason was to have control over heredity and clan/culture/family situations. Being generally larger, stronger and not burdened by pregnancy, men were ABLE to achieve that dominant position.

It takes a long time for reason to overcome the drive for power & control.

As Musket says.."one stone tablet at a time."