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Christianity and Judaism are different traditions from a common starting point, and I find the rootedness of emerging Christianity in Jewish tradition to enhance our understanding of the Jesus movement rather than undermine it.
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It’s Sunday Post time, and you know what that means! Gospel through a Jewish lens. Today we’ll talk about a Torah observant Pharisaic leader who disagrees with an obligation suggested by another Pharisaic group about the need for ritual cleanliness before a meal.
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In John chapter 6, the term “The Jews” must be understood in its first-century context, not in our modern sense of religion and people. This author’s work aims to defang harmful rhetoric against Jewish people, providing a historically accurate portrayal of the gospel accounts. The author also discusses the meaning of eating and drinking in…
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The author discusses the interpretation of the Bible, particularly John chapter 6, emphasizing the need to consider historical and literary context to avoid misinterpretation. The post challenges the notion of inherent authority within the Bible and encourages critical examination of traditional beliefs. It also explores the use of metaphors and symbols within the text, presenting…
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The Johannine Gospel and epistles are debated by scholars; Méndez argues they are pseudepigraphic works of a single author, while Anderson supports their historical authenticity. Méndez encourages caution in interpreting the text, viewing it as a narrative construction rather than a transparent window into history, posing thought-provoking questions.
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Introduction: Christian Texts; Jewish Context If you’re new around here, my tradition of the Sunday Post has been in the style of a longform essay. This week I’m sharing a little more personal anecdote, which I’d be happy to hear others remark on, whether this offers a three-dimensional view of my thinking or only serves…
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