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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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Sorry to be delayed again with this week’s Torah commentary. I have just a little too much packed into my weeks these days! I may need to decide between the weekly Torah post and the weekly gospel through a Jewish lens commentary. Your feedback on this is always valuable! Feel free to comment or email…
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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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No God of the Bible and no Moses, what are we to do with our covenants? I argue that our modern task is to tap into our tradition and update our covenants to serve us today.
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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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This content explores the author’s Jewish identity, parenting, and connection to ancient traditions. The Parsha Vaetchanan, featuring Moses’ longing, Torah review, and warning about idolatry, is highlighted. The text examines the evolution of monotheism, Deuteronomy’s legal nature, and its timeless relevance in contemporary life.
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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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“Deuteronomy may well be the first book to pose the problem of modernity” (JPS Jewish Study Bible, 356). I’m excited this morning! Today, for our Thursday Torah Parsha post, we’re into a new book of the Pentateuch: Deuteronomy, beginning with the first assigned portion called Devarim. The cool thing is this, for me anyway. We…
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The Jewish Annotated Apocrypha, released in October 2020, is an important addition to the study of Jewish literature. The introduction addresses the concept of Apocrypha, its association with falsehood, and its preservation by Christians. The editors prioritize the Judaic influence and historical awareness of the included books, aiming to bridge the understanding between Jewish and…
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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…
Hitzonim | Outsiders 