BibleProject

The podcast explores the biblical concept of justice and the original meaning of the words 'justice' and 'righteousness' in the Old Testament. It discusses different perspectives of justice, including maximizing welfare, respecting individual freedom, and promoting virtue. The hosts also delve into the biblical vision of justice and the importance of protecting the vulnerable in society. They examine the story of the Hebrew Exodus and its influence on images of justice in the Bible.

In this episode, Tim and Jon discuss how to read Bible stories and the unique plot and narrative techniques used by the Hebrew authors. They explore the sophisticated nature of biblical narratives and the impact of understanding their cultural and historical context. The hosts also delve into the purposes of plot, place, time, and people in Bible stories, using the story of Gideon as an example. They emphasize the importance of interpreting individual episodes in light of larger narratives and provide insights into the challenges of interpreting biblical stories.

In this podcast, Tim, Jon, and Paul Pastor continue their discussion on redefining and reimagining holiness. They explore what divine life looks like according to Old Testament authors and Peter. The guys discuss how to reframe holiness to excite and inspire people, and they ponder on the concept of participating in the divine life. They also explore the idea of living spellbound or enchanted with God's spirit. The podcast delves into the quest for the ideal, connects it to Plato's philosophy, and explores different terms in the Bible that describe God's life.

The podcast discusses the Christian Ideal and the concept of holiness in the Bible, exploring its connection to transcendence and our innate search for something greater. They reflect on the overwhelming power of the ocean and its association with holiness, delve into various representations of holiness in the Bible such as the temple and Jesus, and discuss different responses to holiness in the Old Testament.

In this podcast, the hosts discuss the story of Cain and Abel as an example of Jewish Meditation Literature. They explore the ambiguity and brevity in the story and how it aligns with ancient Jewish literature. They also delve into Psalm 1 and its description of the ideal reader of Hebrew scriptures. There is a discussion on the differences between modern and Jewish meditation practices, with a focus on the Dead Sea Scrolls community. Overall, the podcast highlights the concept of Bible as meditation literature and the importance of engaging with biblical narratives.

Why Bible stories lack detail is explored in this podcast. The intentional lack of information is due to the ancient style of Jewish Meditation Literature. The hosts discuss the challenges modern readers face in appreciating the unique style of biblical stories. They delve into the lack of detail in biblical narratives, encouraging readers to interpret and discover the story in their own unique ways. The podcast highlights the literary intricacies and theological depth of the Bible, emphasizing its profound impact on people across different religious backgrounds and cultures.

Explore the different literary styles used in the Bible, including poetry, narrative, and prose discourse. Analyze the distinctions between poetry and narrative using examples from Exodus. Discover the power of figurative language and poetic structures in Hebrew poetry. Learn about the connection between language and brain hemispheres. Explore the unique abilities of humans to create narratives and meaning through language. Discuss the transformative potential of Paul's letters and the influence of ancient writers on the New Testament.

This is part 3 in our series of how to read the Bible. In this episode, Tim introduces us to the three main times of literature styles found in the Bible. Narrative, poetry and prose discourse. The first half of the show (0-28:15), Tim introduces us to the three forms of literature in the Bible and how they are laid out using the analogy of a grocery store. The guys talk about the challenge of reading the Bible. Wishing that they had UN automatic translation headphones. In the second half of the show (28:15-40:00), the guys talk about some of the inner psychological stories we tell ourselves. And how stories are a way to make sense of the world. Tim shares a quote from CS Lewis talking about the importance of reading expanding our worldview. Tim explains that many people expect the Bible to be a set of moral instructions, but actually the narrative structure of the Bible is much more open-ended. The last part of the show (48:00-End), the guys discuss how our brains are hardwired for narratives and how the stories of the Bible work in our brains. Jon muses about maybe all of life and the Bible can be distilled down to asking “What do I desire?” and Tim breaks down the structure of Psalm 19. Next week the guys will dive into the Scriptures and talk about some examples of the different types of literary styles. This show is designed to go with our new youtube video series, “How to Read the Bible” you can check it out here: "we will update this Thursday, June 22 when it launches"! Additional Resources: An Experiment in Criticism by C.S. Lewis The Skeptical Believer by Daniel Taylor Read The Bible For A Change by Ray Lubeck The Secular Age by Charles Taylor Music Credits: Defender Instrumental by Rosasharn Music Good Grief by Beautiful Eulogy Respect, Power and Money by Eshon Burgundy Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

The podcast explores the practice of reading Scripture aloud in ancient Israel and early Christianity, as well as the role of group identity. It delves into the sociology and group identity formation elements of Christianity and discusses whether Christianity is just a social construct. The podcast also highlights the power of viewing the Bible as a story rather than a rulebook. Additionally, it explores the development of early Christian gatherings and the impact of Scripture on personal identity and worldview.

This is our first episode in our series "How To Read The Bible." Tim and Jon discuss the differences in ancient and modern ways of reading scripture, including why the Hebrew people would read scripture together as a group. The guys also talk about how challenging it can be to read the Bible by yourself. In the first half of the show (0-34:00) the guys talk about the differences between modern day emphasis on application the reading of God’s word, and the Old Testament emphasis on “responding” to hearing God’s word. The second half of the show (34-50:00) Tim exposits on the ancient Hebrew practice of reading the Torah out loud together. A practice that was instituted in the Old Testament and has continued all the way through to modern times in today’s synagogues. Tim also talks about an interesting piece of Jewish history, the Dura Europos Synagogue. Jon asks why is it so important to read the Bible together as a group. The last ten minutes of the show the guys ask what the origins of the sermon are and why ancient Israel had such a difficult time remembering what God had done for them. We have a video coming out later this month that will accompany this podcast series. You can view all our videos on our youtube channel: youtube.com/thebibleproject Additional Resources: The Word Of Promise: Dramatic Reading of The Bible App. Dura Europos Synagogue in Syria [see Wikipedia] Jeffrey Tigay, ​The JPS Torah Commentary: Deuteronomy​ Mesha Stela [see Wikipedia] Music Credits: Defender Instrumental by Rosasharn Music Acquired in Heaven by Beautiful Eulogy The Truth about Flight, Love and BB Guns by Foreknown Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.