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“Where Does the Bible Say That?” Understanding Scripture and "Inspired" Writings

New Testament Insights

“Where Does the Bible Say That?” Understanding Scripture and "Inspired" Writings

“If it’s not in the Bible, it’s not authoritative.” “The rabbis rejected Jesus—why should we listen to them?” What did Paul mean when he said all scripture is inspired, or G_D-breathed?

lock-1 08 Jun 2025
The Secret of the Number 8: Transcending the Natural Order

Mysticism and Spirituality

The Secret of the Number 8: Transcending the Natural Order

When the Biblical text specifically mentions the number 8, it may be communicating more than an ordinal sequence, but a hidden meaning. In this article, we'll explore the hidden meaning of the number 8.

26 May 2025
Paul’s Rule and the Conversion Controversy

New Testament Insights

Paul’s Rule and the Conversion Controversy

Paul's teachings are seen as a break from Judaism, but what if his ideas on Jewish and Gentile identity are not a rejection of Rabbinic thought, but deeply rooted in it? How does that change how we read a pivotal verse in 1 Corinthians?

lock-1 15 May 2025
The Shaliach: Agency and Representation in Jewish Tradition

New Testament Insights

The Shaliach: Agency and Representation in Jewish Tradition

Can someone speak, act, forgive, heal, or even claim unity with G_D without collapsing the boundary between the human and Divine? Is there a precedent in the Torah that helps us understand this idea?

lock-1 06 May 2025
Angels & Intermediaries: The Role of Malachim in Creation

Mysticism and Spirituality

Angels & Intermediaries: The Role of Malachim in Creation

What are Angels? Many cultures have a category for heavenly beings. And though they are indeed mentioned, Bible readers will not find comprehensive details about Angels within the texts. For that, we need to dig through the Jewish tradition.

lock-1 30 Apr 2025
Who Is the "New Man" in Ephesians?

New Testament Insights

Who Is the "New Man" in Ephesians?

For centuries, Paul's vision of the “One New Man” has been used to erase Jewish identity in the name of Christian unity. But what if we've misunderstood him entirely?

27 Apr 2025
The Dynamics of Jewish Law and Paul's Epistles

New Testament Insights

The Dynamics of Jewish Law and Paul's Epistles

The New Testament, particularly the letters of Paul, reflects the Jewish legal process (Halacha) in the era before the codification of the Mishnah (cir. 2nd century). In this podcast episode, learn the fundamentals of Jewish law and see how these ideas transform your understanding.

22 Apr 2025
The Wisdom of the Long Short Road: Finding Purpose Through Struggle

Midrash

The Wisdom of the Long Short Road: Finding Purpose Through Struggle

Not all shortcuts are short. A lesson from the Talmud provides a layered teaching about life, growth, and the soul’s journey.

20 Apr 2025
Reconsidering the Last Supper:  Gospel Calendar Conflictsand the Passover Seder

New Testament Insights

Reconsidering the Last Supper: Gospel Calendar Conflictsand the Passover Seder

Was the Last Supper a Passover Seder? Was Jesus executed on a Friday, or is there something else between the lines that we've missed?

lock-1 11 Apr 2025
Not a Pagan, Slave, or Woman. Understanding the Context of a Controversial Prayer.

Replacement Theology

Not a Pagan, Slave, or Woman. Understanding the Context of a Controversial Prayer.

What is a Goy, and are the Rabbis elitist? This article unpacks one of the most misunderstood Jewish prayers, exploring its theological context, we uncover a message of reverence—not superiority.

05 Apr 2025
The Tzaddik and the Temple: Decoding Gospel Accounts of the Crucifixion

New Testament Insights

The Tzaddik and the Temple: Decoding Gospel Accounts of the Crucifixion

Considered obsolete by Christians, the Temple is still mourned by Jews. Is there a place for the Temple in the future, or has this been replaced by Jesus?

lock-1 31 Mar 2025
Proofs of Oral Torah: Origins of The Daniel Plan

Mysticism and Spirituality

Proofs of Oral Torah: Origins of The Daniel Plan

In this series, we're challenging the assumption that an oral tradition—specifically, the Jewish oral tradition—is irrelevant to Biblical understanding and application. In this episode, we'll explore a deeper insight into Daniel's dietary problems in Babylon and the origins of his solution.

lock-1 23 Mar 2025
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