Books of Titans Podcast The Five Books of Moses
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Jan 26, 2024 
Erik Rostad discusses reading 'The Five Books of Moses' on his 2024 list. He talks about his motivation, surprising engagement, and helpful commentary by Robert Alter. They explore favorite books that initially were disliked, hidden meanings behind repetition in the Bible, the poetry in the Book of Numbers, and the importance of reading the Bible. They also discuss website development and encourage feedback.
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Deuteronomy Came Alive
- Deuteronomy surprised Erik by feeling vivid and alive rather than dry legal text.
- Re-reading can change your perception of parts you once found boring.
Reading Pace And Focus
- Erik read the Robert Alter Five Books of Moses between Jan 1–22, covering 794 pages in 29 hours 44 minutes.
- He averaged 36 pages per day while focusing deeply on Genesis's commentary.
Themes Emerge From Serial Reading
- A recurring theme emerges each year when Erik reads Genesis and then the rest of the Bible.
- Last year it was the curse; this year the theme that stands out is the land and its covenantal promise.