Few images in Christian tradition are as recognizable as the three crosses of Golgotha. But the picture Luke paints weaves in references to the third heaven, garments divided by lots, the words of Isaiah 53, and Joseph's cellmates in the prison of Pharaoh.
Truly understanding the Bible means closing knowledge gaps most readers don't know exist. Going deeper isn't about acquiring more information; it's more like a complete change of operating system. Four shifts in thinking will help one begin the journey from Athens to Jerusalem.
What is She'ol? Korach's descent into the earth opens a study of the Jewish concept of the underworld, its gates, chambers, and appearances of this tradition in the New Testament.
Learn how the Cursing of the Fig Tree, though taught as a pillar of Replacement Theology, might actually be a Midrash on two well-known prophetic passages.
What does the Jewish tradition say about phenomena like Aliens, or extra-terrestrial beings? And, is there any overlap with the broader categories of Angels and demons?
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When Jesus called the leaders of his day "whitewashed tombs," or "hypocrites," many interpreted this as a critique of Judaism. However, the critique is a common Rabbinic one, and one no person is immune to. In this, we explore the mussar concept of Tocho k'varo.
When Cain was sent into exile in the Book of Genesis, who was he afraid he might encounter in his wanderings? An interesting insight from ancient tradition may have a connection to modern UFO legend.
Hidden in the Book of Genesis is a hint about the creation of humankind and our purpose on Earth. But you need to look at the Hebrew, as you won't find it in the English, Greek, or Latin.
Many modern Bible readers approach the opening text of Genesis with a bias towards a Young Earth or Old Earth. Which side is right?
Jewish tradition recognizes three categories of people in the world, the Tzadik, the Rasha, and the Beinoni. From various sources, we unpack what it means to be an inbetweener and how we get the wrong idea about spiritual growth.
Few images in Christian tradition are as recognizable as the three crosses of Golgotha. But the picture Luke paints weaves in references to the third heaven, garments divided by lots, the words of Isaiah 53, and Joseph's cellmates in the prison of Pharaoh.
For many Bible readers, the word "Babylon" has an evil connotation. However, the ancient Jewish communities in Babylon built traditions that preserved Jewish life and even inspired the church in unknown ways.
In this session, we unpack the details of the holidays of Sukkot, Hoshannah Rabbah, Shemini Atzeret, and Simchat Torah.
In this article, we explore the spiritual significance of seasonal transitions and parallels between Eastern and Jewish cultures. Both seem to recognize the fall as a threshold between cycles, and both encourage using this time for reflection, preparation, and celebration.
In part 3 of our series, we discuss the Biblical, traditional, and spiritual foundations of Yom Kippur.
In part 2, we explore the origins of Rosh Hashanah in the Bible, why this time period is so important for repentance, and some hints in the text that indicate that it is not just for Jews.
A close reading of the Book of Job provides an overlooked connection between the nations, judgment, and the fall holidays of the Bible.
