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	Title	Pub. Date	Duration
	103. Wisdom and Temple in the Story of Scripture	16 Mar 2026	00:21:54
Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights What do wisdom and the temple have to do with each other? In this episode, we explore one of the most fascinating overlaps in the story of Scripture. From creation as God’s cosmic temple to Solomon building the temple in wisdom, from Proverbs 8 to Exodus 40, we trace how God orders the world in wisdom and dwells with His people in sacred space. We also reflect on how these themes come together in Jesus—the true image and true temple—and what it means for us as those being built up into a spiritual house. This conversation invites us to see the Bible as one unified story and to consider how wisdom, worship, and vocation shape our lives today. Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights WHERE TO FIND US Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Website: ⁠https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com
	102. Psalm 149: How the beginning and end of Psalms tells a story	02 Mar 2026	00:33:43
Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights Psalm 149 might just change how you read the entire Book of Psalms. In this episode, Matthew (MA in Biblical Literature and Semitic Languages) explores a powerful connection between the opening psalms and the closing chapters of the Psalter. Psalm 1 invites us into the way of righteousness, Psalm 2 depicts the rebellion of the nations against the Lord and His Anointed, and Psalm 149 brings those same themes to a dramatic conclusion. We trace the story of rejection, warning, patience, and ultimately judgment—while also seeing how these psalms point us to Jesus and the hope given to the humble. This conversation invites us to read the Psalms as one unified story and to reflect on what that story means for our lives today. Chapters 0:00-13:08 Psalms 1-2 13:09-33:43 Psalm 149 Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights WHERE TO FIND US Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Website: ⁠https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com
	93. When Saints Sin...Evaluating Characters in the Hebrew Bible	27 Jan 2025	00:47:27
Read 1 Enoch with us in the Hebrew Bible Book Club: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights In today’s episode, we tackle an important question: How should we evaluate biblical characters? Are they flawless heroes, irredeemable villains, or something more complex? We explore how to move beyond simplistic views by looking at the actual text and learning from the wisdom of St. John Chrysostom. We also discuss themes of exile, repentance, and restoration. This conversation is all about embracing the depth of Scripture and avoiding the trap of false dichotomies—biblical characters are neither perfect saints nor one-dimensional sinners. There’s so much we can learn from their lives, struggles, and faith. Join us as we navigate the complexities of these ancient stories and discover how they speak to us today. Chapters 0:00-11:18 Growing up with Heroes OR Villains 11:19-20:40 Going back to the ACTUAL text 20:41-32:02 Wisdom from St. John Chrysostom 32:03-43:48 Exile and Repentance 43:49-47:25 Enoch! Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights WHERE TO FIND US Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Website: ⁠https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com
	3. A controversial verse about gender roles	13 Apr 2020	00:44:25
In this episode, we dive into the second half of Genesis 2:18 that some use to leverage gender controversies that impact our families, workplaces, and communities. When you take a closer look at this verse in Hebrew, we learn that the verse means something very different and very powerful. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/matthew9793/support Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights WHERE TO FIND US Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Website: ⁠https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com
	2. How the Hebrew of Psalm 22 Magnifies the Awesomeness of Jesus	12 Apr 2020	00:23:35
Jesus’ last words on the cross in Matthew 27 and Mark 15 seem to depict defeat; however, when we take a closer look, His words are actually telling the opposite story! In this episode we unpack what Jesus said, why He said them, and how understanding the original Hebrew of the Psalm that Jesus is quoting highlights the story of Jesus’ victory for all creation. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/matthew9793/support Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights WHERE TO FIND US Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Website: ⁠https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com
	1. And God said that it was NOT good?	05 Apr 2020	00:14:57
We learn a lot about people from what they like AND what they don’t like. The same is true with God. What is the first thing that God doesn’t like? A perennial truth that is highly relevant for the times that we are in with COVID-19. Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights WHERE TO FIND US Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Website: ⁠https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com
	What the podcast is all about!	05 Apr 2020	00:14:19
The Hebrew Bible for many people is confusing, boring, or ignored. For some of us, it is fascinating, but we want teaching with more depth than what typical church services are able to do. Having learned Hebrew for nearly a decade and taught the language since 2017, I love the language and story of the Hebrew Bible! I can’t wait to share more about my heart for this in this introductory episode. Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights WHERE TO FIND US Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Website: ⁠https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com
	92. Making a Hebrew Dictionary: Bobby Duke’s Journey and Insights	16 Dec 2024	00:59:47
Join a Hebrew language cohort with Matthew Delaney: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights In today’s episode, we chat with Bobby about his fascinating journey into the world of biblical languages and dive deep into his work on a Hebrew dictionary. What inspired him to create it? How do we understand Hebrew words beyond the Bible? And what’s the deal with Paleo Hebrew? We also get a behind-the-scenes look at the joys and challenges of putting together a dictionary and how the process shaped Bobby spiritually. It’s a rich and inspiring conversation for anyone interested in biblical studies, language, or the intersection of work and personal formation. “Biblical Hebrew and Aramaic Dictionary” https://zondervanacademic.com/products/biblical-hebrew-and-aramaic-dictionary Robert R. Duke, (PhD, University of California, Los Angeles) is a professor in the Honors College and former dean of the School of Theology at Azusa Pacific University. He is the author of The Social Location of the Visions of Amram and serves as the director of the Scholars Initiative at the Museum of the Bible. Chapters 0:00-2:25 Introduction 2:26-8:11 Dr. Kirk’s journey in biblical studies 8:12-11:28 Elevator pitch for Agur 11:29-15:23 Order, Disorder, and Stuart Weeks 15:24-26:11 History of Wisdom Literature Interpretation 26:12-34:20 Agur the Eccentric Genius 34:21-45:40 What is Philology? 45:41-56:31 Difficult title and the genre of Agur 56:32-1:02:52 Humor in the Bible 1:02:53-1:09:07 The Big Picture Flow of Proverbs 30 1:09:08-1:16:05 Reading Agur as Christian Scripture Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights WHERE TO FIND US Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Website: ⁠https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com
	91. Proverbs 30: Agur’s Humor, Genius, and Wisdom with Alexander Kirk	02 Dec 2024	01:16:06
Enroll in the "What is Biblical Wisdom" Video Course: https://hebrewbibleinsights.teachable.com/p/biblicalwisdom In today’s episode, we sit down with Dr. Alexander Kirk to explore his book, Agur's Wisdom and the Coherence of Proverbs 30. Who is Agur, and why does he stand out as an eccentric genius? What can we learn about wisdom literature from the history of its interpretation? And how do we approach the humor, structure, and deeper meanings in Proverbs 30? Dr. Kirk also shares his journey in biblical studies and gives us a glimpse into the art of philology. Whether you're curious about Agur’s unique voice or how to read Proverbs 30 as Christian Scripture, this episode has something for everyone who loves wisdom literature and the Hebrew Bible. “Agur's Wisdom and the Coherence of Proverbs 30” https://a.co/d/2xCSGgf 0:00-2:25 Introduction 2:26-8:11 Dr. Kirk’s journey in biblical studies 8:12-11:28 Elevator pitch for Agur 11:29-15:23 Order, Disorder, and Stuart Weeks 15:24-26:11 History of Wisdom Literature Interpretation 26:12-34:20 Agur the Eccentric Genius 34:21-45:40 What is Philology? 45:41-56:31 Difficult title and the genre of Agur 56:32-1:02:52 Humor in the Bible 1:02:53-1:09:07 The Big Picture Flow of Proverbs 30 1:09:08-1:16:05 Reading Agur as Christian Scripture Alex Kirk joined the faculty of Beeson Divinity School in 2024 to teach Old Testament and Hebrew after serving in global theological education for nearly a decade. He has previously taught in over a dozen countries, at schools like Ecole Superieure Baptiste de Théologie de l’Afrique de l’Ouest in Lomé, Togo, Institut Biblique de la Croix-des-Bouquets in Croix-des-Bouquets, Haiti, and Baptistička teološka škola in Novi Sad, Serbia, as well as helping to launch William Tennent School of Theology in Colorado and serving with Crosslands Training in the UK. Both a philologist and a theologian by training, his academic interests range from biblical Hebrew linguistics and text criticism to poetry, wisdom literature, hermeneutics and theological interpretation of Scripture. His first book, Agur's Wisdom and the Coherence of Proverbs 30 (SBL, 2024), combines many of these interests to present a detailed interpretation of Proverbs chapter 30 as a coherent collection that mocks pride and commends humility as the better part of wisdom. Ongoing projects relate to the relationship of wisdom and law in the Hebrew Bible and Second Temple Judaism, the role of humor in biblical wisdom and theological interpretation of Ecclesiastes. As the son of a pastor and an enthusiast for literature of all types, Kirk is particularly passionate about leading church leaders deeper into the text of the Old Testament to encounter God. To this end, he continually strives to deepen his own understanding of the hermeneutical reality that this ancient text is the word of the LORD to his people. Alex is married to Meghan and they have three daughters, Rue, Willa and Janie. Their family attends Christ the King Anglican Church (ACNA) in Hoover, Alabama. Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights WHERE TO FIND US Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Website: ⁠https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com
	90. Going Deeper with Biblical Hebrew: Interview with Dr. Chip Hardy and Dr. Matthew McAffee	28 Oct 2024	01:05:05
Enroll in the "What is Biblical Wisdom" Video Course: https://hebrewbibleinsights.teachable.com/p/biblicalwisdom We interview the authors of a new intermediate Hebrew grammar: “Going Deeper with Biblical Hebrew.” Dr. Chip Hardy and Dr. Matthew McAffee give insights and methods for how students can learn during the unique intermediate phase of the Hebrew language journey. They also give thoughts for professors and teachers who are instructing others in intermediate Hebrew. 0:00-2:14 Intro 2:15-6:51 Why an Intermediate Grammar of Hebrew? 6:52-12:26 Challenges of intermediate Hebrew 12:27-22:48 Best method for learning/teaching intermediate Hebrew 23:49-29:02 Inspiration to learn Hebrew 29:03-39:42 Examples that show the need for understanding Hebrew 39:43-44:08 Hebrew insights about Pharaoh’s heart 45:15-54:51 With great (Hebrew) power comes great responsibility 54:52-1:00:13 The balance of reading the text vs grammar 1:00:14-1:05:04 The need for Hebrew in every generation Biblical Hebrew Cohorts: https://www.patreon.com/c/hebrewbibleinsights/membership?view_as=patron “Going Deeper with Biblical Hebrew”: https://a.co/d/jln0Gnb Chip Hardy: https://www.samford.edu/beeson-divinity/directory/Hardy-Chip Matthew McAffee: https://welch.academia.edu/MatthewMcAffee Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights WHERE TO FIND US Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Website: ⁠https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com
	89. The Relationship Between Wisdom and the Torah with Rabbi Chaim Eisen	14 Oct 2024	01:08:21
In this episode Rabbi Eisen shares insights about the connections and differences between Torah and Wisdom in the Hebrew Bible. Rabbi Chaim Eisen is joining us from Israel! He has been teaching, editing, and publishing on the Hebrew Bible, Talmud, Midrash, Medieval Jewish Philosophy, and more for over 40 years. In this episode, we talk about the relationship between Torah and wisdom. To learn more and Rabbi Chaim Eisen and connect more with his content, check out https://zionbiblestudies.org Chapters 0:00-1:33 1:34-7:48 Do the nations of the world have wisdom? 7:49-13:12 Proverbs and Torah 13:13-27:37 Interpretations on wisdom and creation vocabulary 27:38-36:13 Why is the Torah the “wisdom” of Israel? 36:14-38:54 Prophets, Priests, Kings, and Sages 38:55-47:43 Complexities of the Priest-King 47:44-57:01 Prophecy, Wisdom, and Philosophy 57:02-1:08:20 What Wisdom Endures? Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights WHERE TO FIND US Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Website: ⁠https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com
	88. What is Biblical Wisdom? (HBI first ever video course!)	30 Sep 2024	00:53:47
What is Biblical wisdom? Wisdom is such an important topic of life, and it is critical to think about this biblically. In this special episode, Dr. Nathan French asks Matthew Delaney (MA Biblical Literature and Semitic Languages) questions about the first ever Hebrew Bible Insights video course. Matthew shares why he created the course, the methodology behind the research, as well as a number of insights from studying wisdom in the original languages of Hebrew and Aramaic of the Hebrew Bible. Link to the course: https://hebrewbibleinsights.teachable.com/p/biblicalwisdom Coupon Code for 50% off the video course (expires Monday October 7 11:59 US Central time): WISDOM Chapters 0:00-3:25 Our first video course! 3:26-7:39 Why a course on wisdom? 7:40-11:41 Following the wisdom vocabulary, not modern categories 11:42-20:14 Biggest surprise in researching biblical wisdom 20:15-25:03 Does Scripture talk about anti wisdom? 25:04-32:40 What is the connection between God and wisdom? 32:41-37:26 Are wisdom and covenant related? 37:27-44:54 What does the Hebrew word for wisdom really mean? 44:55-53:46 The goal of the video course and what comes with it Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights WHERE TO FIND US Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Website: ⁠https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com
	87. Order and Meaning from the Writings/Ketuvim of the Hebrew Bible with Rabbi Chaim Eisen	16 Sep 2024	01:20:34
Rabbi Chaim Eisen is joining us from Israel! He has been teaching, editing, and publishing on the Hebrew Bible, Talmud, Midrash, Medieval Jewish Philosophy, and more for over 40 years. In this episode, we talk about the third section of the Hebrew Bible called the “Ketuvim” or the “Writings.” The order of the books of the Hebrew Bible are very different from the order that many experience in Bibles in Christian communities. The way that books are grouped can impact how we interpret the books themselves. Learning about very old traditions of the Hebrew order can yield interesting insights for those engaging with the Hebrew Bible. We give special attention to Psalms, Job, Proverbs, Ruth, Chronicles, and even talk about the Holy Spirit in Rabbinic tradition. To learn more and Rabbi Chaim Eisen and connect more with his content, check out https://zionbiblestudies.org Chapters 0:00-1:45 Intro 1:46-11:40 Why a different order? 11:41-18:56 Why Psalms, Job, and Proverbs are connected 18:57-23:00 Two essential levels of meaning in Scripture 23:01-34:23 How authoritative are the Writings compared to the rest of the Hebrew Bible? 34:24-42:50 What makes the “Megillot” special? 42:51-49:36 The placement of Ruth 49:37-1:05:00 The value of Chronicles 1:05:01-1:19:31 Rabbinic tradition and the Holy Spirit 1:19:32-1:20:32 Conclusion Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights WHERE TO FIND US Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Website: ⁠https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com
	86. A Deep Dive into the Discourse of the Deluge with Dr. Douglas K. Smith	02 Sep 2024	00:59:05
Dr. Douglas K. Smith gives a presentation based on his PhD dissertation in which he does a blended discourse analysis of the flood account in both the Hebrew Masoretic Text (MT) and Greek Septuagint (LXX). His goal is to validate a holistic methodology that can 1) discern the structure, coherence, and communicative purpose of the discourse and 2) compare the versions to reveal and assess the translation strategies of the translator of Greek Genesis. The presentation is followed by questions from Matthew Delaney and Dr. Nathan French. Dr. Smith is a Professor, Researcher, and Speaker with a PhD in Biblical Studies from Columbia International University. Be sure to check out Dr. Smith’s YouTube channel: Studying the Biblical Languages. The goal of his YouTube channel is “Encouraging and equipping people on the journey to learn the languages of the Bible: Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek” If you would like to contact Dr. Smith about his research: dougsmith1977@live.com Chapters 0:00-2:56 Intro 2:57-37:30 Dr. Smith’s presentation 37:31-40:49 Our reaction to the presentation 40:50-44:25 The impact of Dr. Smith’s research on his view of LXX 44:26-48:48 Devotional insights from research 48:49-52:46 Authorship of the flood story 52:47-55:43 Chiastic structure in the flood story 55:44-59:04 Words of wisdom from Dr. Smith Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights WHERE TO FIND US Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Website: ⁠https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com
	85. Surprising wisdom in Exodus and implications for our lives today	05 Aug 2024	00:29:38
What does the Bible have to say about wisdom? Matthew Delaney (MA Biblical Literature and Semitic Languages) discusses a part of Scripture where the English word for wisdom might not show up even though the Hebrew word does appear. This teaching has implications for how we understand Exodus, how we approach career, and has a challenging and encouraging message about our God given gifts and callings. Stay tuned for an upcoming video course on Biblical wisdom! Chapters 0:00-3:00 Intro 3:01-6:17 The Two Halves of Exodus 6:18-10:43 Wisdom and Skill 10:44-15:61 (16:01) The Spirit and the Gifts 16:02-22:18 Wide Range of Wisdom 22:19-29:51 Wisdom and the Kingdom of God Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights WHERE TO FIND US Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Website: ⁠https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com
	84. Chad Bird - Hitchhiking with Prophets: a Ride Through the Salvation Story of the Old Testament	08 Jul 2024	00:59:28
We have a conversation with Chad Bird inspired by his new book “Hitchhiking with Prophets: A Ride Through the Salvation Story of the Old Testament.” How do we summarize the Hebrew Bible in a way that is engaging and helpful? How do read difficult Psalms? How do we see Christ in the Hebrew Bible? We talk about all of this and more in today’s episode. Chad’s Book: https://shop.1517.org/products/9781956658866-hitchhiking-with-prophets Chad’s Book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Hitchhiking-Prophets-Through-Salvation-Testament-ebook/dp/B0CZQ56S2D?ref_=ast_author_mpb Chad Bird is a Scholar in Residence at 1517. He holds master’s degrees from Concordia Theological Seminary and Hebrew Union College. He has served as a pastor, professor, and guest lecturer in Old Testament and Hebrew. Chad has authored several books, speaks regularly at conferences and congregations, and cohosts the popular podcast, “40 Minutes in the Old Testament.” Chad and his wife Stacy make their home in Texas, where they have been blessed with four children and three grandchildren. Chapters 0:00-1:27 Intro 1:28-7:37 The Goal of the Book 7:38-12:06 How to Summarize the Hebrew Bible well 12:07-19:14 Why Hitchhiking and Why Prophets? 19:15-26:18 How Do We See Jesus Christ in the Hebrew Bible? 26:19-32:42 Making Sense of YHWH and Christ 32:43-38:48 Reading Difficult Psalms 38:49-44:07 The Story of the Intertestamental Period 44:08-52:55 Scripture, Tragedy, and Coming Home 52:56-56:12 Jacob, Joseph, and David 56:13-59:26 Upcoming Hermeneutics 101 Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights WHERE TO FIND US Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Website: ⁠https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com
	101. Why Daniel 4 is one of the most underrated chapters of the Bible	16 Feb 2026	00:48:51
Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights Daniel 4 is one of the most surprising and underrated chapters in the Bible. In this episode, Matthew (MA in Biblical Literature and Semitic Languages) and Dr. Nathan French (PhD in Hebrew Bible and the ancient Near East) walk through this wild and deeply edifying story line by line, exploring Nebuchadnezzar’s second dream, Daniel’s bold counsel, the mysterious “watchers,” and the king’s humbling descent into madness. Along the way, we uncover foundational biblical themes: the danger of arrogance, the necessity of humility, God’s kingship over the universe, and His persistent desire to lead people toward repentance and restoration. Daniel 4 reminds us that no one is too far gone for God’s mercy—not even the king of Babylon—and shows how true repentance leads to restoration and renewed allegiance to God. This chapter is both gripping and accessible, making it an incredible text for personal study, church teaching, and small groups. Chapters 0:00-4:52 Intro 4:53-11:42 Nebuchadnezzar’s Second Dream 11:43-20:31 Why is the king of Babylon a great tree? 20:32-23:29 Daniel’s Counsel 23:30-26:29 The “Watchers” 26:30-35:55 Why the punishment of becoming like an animal? 35:56-48:51 Incredible Repentance and Restoration Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights WHERE TO FIND US Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Website: ⁠https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com
	83. Hebrew Language Insights from Habakkuk 3: Storm, Covenant, and Trust	24 Jun 2024	00:46:30
Habakkuk 3 is one of the most unique chapters of all the poetic prophets in the Hebrew Bible. The content and literary genre are both unexpected twists in this powerful book. Matthew Delaney (MA Biblical Literature and Semitic Languages) shares Hebrew language insights from this chapter, reading the chapter in Hebrew along with his own translation with commentary. Chapters 0:00-0:54 Intro 0:55-7:08 Overview of Habakkuk 7:09-10:06 Hebrew Reading - Habakkuk 3 10:07-14:49 Verse 1 - Staggering Verse 14:50-21:08 In Wrath or Trembling? 21:09-26:30 When and Where is the storm of God? 26:31-30:09 The Storm of God 30:10-40:02 The LORD, the Sea, and the Creation of Israel 40:03-46:29 The Song of Habakkuk Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights WHERE TO FIND US Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Website: ⁠https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com
	82. Judgment and Salvation: A Rhetorical-Critical Reading of Noah's Flood in Genesis (Dr. Dustin Burlet)	10 Jun 2024	01:01:44
Is the Flood more about “Salvation” or “Judgment”? Dr. Dustin Burlet has researched and published on this question. Following the methodology of rhetorical criticism, Dustin explores the rhetoric of the flood story in its ancient Near Eastern context to explore this question. Dustin G. Burlet is an instructor at Millar College of the Bible in Winnipeg, Manitoba. His reviews and articles have appeared in journals including the Canadian-American Theological Review, Conspectus, the Journal of the Evangelical Theological Society, and others. Dustin Burlet's Book "Judgment and Salvation: A Rhetorical-Critical Reading of Noah's Flood in Genesis": https://a.co/d/jfSnDcv Dustin Burlet’s University Connect Page: https://www.millarcollege.ca/our-team/#winnipeg Chapters 0:26-1:11 Intro 1:12-5:53 Dustin Experience with the Flood Story 5:54-6:53 Summary of Dustin’s Book 6:54-11:11 What is Rhetorical Criticism? 11:12-18:27 Worldview Formative Literature 18:28-24:22 ANE Cultural Milieu of the Flood 24:23-31:43 The Flow of the Flood Story 31:44-55:31 Salvation or Judgment? 55:32-57:52 The Flood in its Literary Context 57:53-59:06 The Significance of the Rainbow 59:07-1:01:49 The Flood and Eschatology Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights WHERE TO FIND US Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Website: ⁠https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com
	81. The Hebrew Manuscripts of Ben Sira with Dr. Panc Beentjes	27 May 2024	01:07:02
In this episode, we explore the Book of Ben Sira with Dr. Panc Beentjes, who shares the importance and nuance of studying the Hebrew manuscripts of the book. He provides an overview of Ben Sira’s significance, discusses the unique introduction by Ben Sira’s grandson, and explains the importance of the Hebrew manuscripts. Dr. Beentjes also touches on intriguing aspects like the potential reference to Job as a prophet and reads some of his favorite sections of the book. Dr. Beentjes is Professor Emeritus of Tilburg School of Catholic University in the Netherlands. He has written a number of books and approximately 200 academic articles, most focusing on the important book of Ben Sira. One of his most important books is “The Book of Ben Sira in Hebrew” which presented the precise layout of the Hebrew of the various manuscripts for the first time in book form. "The Book of Ben Sira": https://a.co/d/j78Q63Y Link to the articles of Dr. Beentjes: https://research.tilburguniversity.edu/en/persons/panc-beentjes Audio clicking stops at the 14:20 mark. Chapters 0:26-2:12 Preface to this Episode 2:13-3:15 Intro 3:16-6:00 Beentjes Interest in Ben Sira 6:01-9:19 Overview of Ben Sira 9:20-14:17 Lady Wisdom and Isis (goddess of Egypt) 14:18-19:01 The Prologue of Ben Sira’s Grandson 19:02-22:10 The Hebrew Bible Canon and Ben Sira 22:11-29:07 The story of the Hebrew manuscripts of Ben Sira 29:08-37:03 Hebrew vs Greek vs Syriac Ben Sira 37:04-45:54 The Hebrew Manuscripts of Ben Sira 45:55-50:39 Examples of Textual Notes in Manuscript B 50:40-58:12 Does Ben Sira call Job a Prophet? 58:13-1:04:58 A Prayer of Ben Sira and Inverted Quotations 1:04:59-1:06:61 Concluding Thoughts Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights WHERE TO FIND US Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Website: ⁠https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com
	80. Making Sense of David, Uriah, and Bathsheba - Academic Paper by Dr. Nathan French with Discussion	13 May 2024	01:00:30
Want to read the Hebrew Bible with Dr. Nathan French and Matthew Delaney? Join the Hebrew Bible Book Club: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights How do we make sense of not only the story of David and Bathsheba, but also the number of scenes that ensue after involving a number a difficult passages relating to David? Dr. Nathan French (PhD Hebrew Bible and the ancient Near East) presents his original academic research on Divine Retribution in the Throne Succession Narrative (2 Samuel 9-20 and 1 Kings 1-2). The hermeneutical principle of divine retribution sheds light on how the authors of Scripture and their neighbors crafted narratives and what they were trying to emphasize. Nathan shares a number of other insights into the ancient Near Eastern context such as: how does the concept of levirate marriage apply to Bathsheba and how does the designation of Uriah as a resident alien impact the story? The presentation is followed by a discussion between Nathan and Matthew Delaney (MA Hebrew Bible and Semitic Languages). Chapters 00:26-03:39 Intro 03:40-05:46 Overview of Research 05:47-14:51 David’s Crimes Against a Resident Alien 14:52-20:59 Divine Retribution in the Throne Succession Narrative 21:00-26:09 David’s Son, Absalom 26:10-27:51 David’s Son, Adonijah 27:52-36:03 Concluding Thoughts 36:04-44:54 Curses and Promises 44:55-48:40 Tensions of Covenants and Unfaithfulness 48:41-56:31 David and the Hebrew Bible Hope Figure 56:32-01:00:28 Needed Nuance with Hermeneutical Principle of Divine Retribution Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights WHERE TO FIND US Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Website: ⁠https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com
	79. Bridging the Testaments: The History and Theology of God's People in the Second Temple Period (Dr. George Athas)	29 Apr 2024	01:08:48
Join the Hebrew Bible Book Club: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights What happened during the approximately 400 years “between the old and new testaments?” Dr. George Athas dispels the myth of the “400 years of silence” that unfortunately breaks apart the flow of the continues Biblical story. George shares insights from his new book “Bridging the Testaments” in which he tells the grand story of this time period, synthesizing scholarship into a narrative style presentation with erudite insights. Bridging the Testaments: https://a.co/d/6pLgYXp Dr. George Athas has a PhD from the University of Sydney and is Director of Research of Old Testament and Hebrew at Moore Theological College. He has written extensively on Old Testament prophetic books; Ecclesiastes; Song of Songs; apocalyptic literature; the exilic and post-exilic periods; Second Temple Judaism and early Christianity; history and archaeology of the ancient Near East and Mediterranean; biblical theology; and Hebrew language. Chapters 00:26-03:09: Intro 03:10-16:12: The Myth of “400 Years of Silence” 16:13-21:11: Important Sources for this Time Period 21:12-31:17: Zechariah Insights from the “Intertestamental Time Period” 31:18-41:40: What Makes the Persians Unique from other Empires of the Biblical Period? 41:41-49:32: The Connection Between the Samaritans and Jews 49:33-01:01:03: The Complex Story of the Maccabean Revolt and Hanukah 01:01:04-01:05:15: Enoch, Daniel, the NT, and the Apocalyptic Worldview 01:05:16-01:08:47: Concluding Thoughts Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights WHERE TO FIND US Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Website: ⁠https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com
	78. The Divine Council in the Book of Job	15 Apr 2024	01:00:49
Job is one of the most profound and controversial books of the Hebrew Bible. The Hebrew language of its 39 chapters of poetry is the most difficult to understand of the whole corpus of the Hebrew Bible. Yet it is the 3 chapters of narrative that have garnered the most attention - and understandably so - because of a rare setting: the divine council of God. What is the divine council and who is in this group? How does understanding this impact our interpretation of the book of Job? Chapters 0:26-2:16 Intro 2:17-8:23 Overview of Job 8:24-10:59 The Plot of Job 1 11:00-14:53 What is the Divine Council? 14:54-21:37 Divine Council in Isaiah, Worship and Service in the Council 21:38-33:36 Specific Members of the Divine Council 33:37-33:57 Hebrew Bible Book Club 33:58-41:38 Who Chose Job and Why? 41:39-46:16 Does Job Fear You for Nothing? 46:17-50:07 Job “Gets His Day in Court” with God 50:08-58:32 A Deeper Experience of God 58:33-1:00:47 Concluding Thoughts Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights WHERE TO FIND US Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Website: ⁠https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com
	77. Hebrew Language Insights from Habakkuk 2: Vision, Covenant, and the Flood	01 Apr 2024	00:48:47
What are some Hebrew language insights from Habakkuk 2? This chapter has famous verses and some hidden gems. Matthew Delaney (MA Biblical Literature and Semitic Languages) shares some insights from this chapter that are rooted in the original language. All insights are shared in such a way that people of any (or no) level of Hebrew can engage with. Join the Hebrew Bible Book Club: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights 00:27-01:36 Intro 01:37-04:52 Unhelpful Chapter Division 04:53-14:29 Habakkuk 2 Read in Hebrew 14:30-28:58 Fascinating Textual Criticism Example 28:59-40:21 Covenant and Vision in Habakkuk 40:22-44:07 Whose Faith are We Living By? 44:08-47:20 The Flood Story and Habakkuk 47:21-48:47 Where Does the Vision Begin? Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights WHERE TO FIND US Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Website: ⁠https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com
	76. Making Sense of Ezekiel: Interview with Dr. Donna Petter (Gospel Coalition Commentary)	18 Mar 2024	01:02:01
How do we make sense of Ezekiel? Our guest, Dr. Donna Petter, answers a number of questions about this important book. How do we make sense of graphic and violent sections in the book? What is the big picture structure of the book? Donna gives great insights into the intentionality of the design of the book between its two halves as well as a progression of restoration. You can find a link to her new commentary (which has been made completely free and online) below. Dr. Donna Petter is Associate Professor of Old Testament and Director of the Hebrew Language Program at Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary. She has a PhD from the University of Toronto in Near and Middle Eastern Civilizations where she wrote her dissertation on the relationship between Sumerian City Laments and the Book of Ezekiel. She has written publications on Ezra-Nehemiah, Ezekiel, Ruth and more. To learn more about the range of her publications and research, check out the link in the description below. Today we are discussing the book of Ezekiel, a conversation that was spurred on by her commentary on the book of Ezekiel which is available online for free through the Gospel Coalition. Chapters 00:26-01:53 Intro 01:54-03:33 Donna’s Story with Ezekiel 03:34-05:35 Elevator Pitch for Ezekiel 05:36-10:53 Ezekiel Vision of God 10:54-16:19 Sin and Why is Ezekiel “R” Rated? 16:20-21:26 Levels and Progression of Restoration in Ezekiel 21:27-26:34 Restoration that isn’t from “Works” 26:35-33:19 Ezekiel 37 and the Valley of Dry Bones 33:20-43:32 The New Temple and Distribution of the Land 43:33-52:41 Sumerian City Laments and Ezekiel 52:42-57:10 Pitfalls When Interpreting Ezekiel 57:11-01:01:59 The Church Needs Ezekiel Donna Petter’s Ezekiel Commentary (Free and available online): https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/commentary/ezekiel/ Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights WHERE TO FIND US Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Website: ⁠https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com
	75. Hebrew Language Insights from the Burden of Habakkuk (Habakkuk 1)	04 Mar 2024	00:47:17
What are some of the most interesting Hebrew language insights from Habakkuk 1? In this episode Matthew Delaney (MA Biblical Literature and Semitic Languages) shares a variety of insights from this chapter of the Hebrew Bible. Everything is shared in such a way that people with no knowledge of Hebrew will be able to benefit from this. Those who want a visual of the Hebrew as it is being taught might enjoy the YouTube version of this episode. Chapters 0:26-2:04 Intro 2:05-3:54 Unhelpful Chapter Division 3:55-8:03 Reading Habakkuk 1:1-12 in Hebrew 8:04-10:46 Brief Overview of Habakkuk 10:47-19:37 “How Long” in the Hebrew Bible 19:38-26:58 Oracle or Burden? 26:59-31:43 Why God’s Response to Habakkuk is Plural 31:44-32:04 Hebrew Bible Book Club 32:05-35:53 Wordplay in Habakkuk 1 35:54-41:03 Echoes of the Promised Land in Habakkuk 41:04-43:31 How Hebrew Communicates the Speed of Horses 43:32-46:47 Trusting in the Power of God - Connection to Psalm 2 46:48-47:15 Outro Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights WHERE TO FIND US Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Website: ⁠https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com
	74. Jonathan Finley: Biblical Crossroads - Jacob in Hosea's Rhetoric	19 Feb 2024	00:55:46
Why does Jacob the Patriarch show up in Hosea 12? Hosea makes a number of comparisons between Israel and Jacob the Patriarch in Genesis. On the surface, some of these moments in the rhetoric are confusing. Our podcast guest, Jonathan Finley, wrote his Masters Thesis on this topic. Jonathan shares a number of insightful thoughts on the flow of the rhetoric in Hosea while also pointing out fascinating details in the text. Jonathan has a M.Th. in Biblical Studies from the University of Edinburgh. 0:27-4:02: Why Jonathan Enjoys Hosea 4:03-5:47: Elevator Pitch for Hosea 5:48-10:51: Big Picture Message and Structure of Hosea 10:52-19:00: Marriage in Hosea 19:01-20:21: Initial Problems in Hosea 12 20:22-22:54: Why Jacob in Hosea 12 Matters 22:55-40:21: Hosea 12 Line by Line Bible Study 40:22-44:33: Jacob the Prophet? 48:45-52:36: Concluding Thoughts 52:37-55:46: Words of Encouragement from Jonathan Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights WHERE TO FIND US Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Website: ⁠https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com
	100. Encountering Jesus in the Book of Psalms (Chad Bird)	08 Sep 2025	00:56:35
The Book of Psalms is far more than ancient poetry—it’s the prayerbook of the Church and a vital guide for encountering Jesus. In this episode, we interview Chad Bird, author and scholar who specializes in teaching the Old Testament to Christians. We ask a variety of questions related to his newest book "Untamed Prayers." We explore why the Psalms are essential for Christians today. We discuss how the New Testament interprets the Psalms, the connection between David and Jesus, and how to see Christ even in Psalms that aren’t quoted in the New Testament. We also talk about the beauty of reading the Psalms in Hebrew, the intentional structure of the book, and how the Church Fathers used the Psalms for formation and devotion. From wrestling with the language of enemies to learning how to pray through every season of life, this episode is a call to dive deeper into the Psalms and meet Jesus there. Chad Bird is a Scholar in Residence at 1517. He has served as a pastor, professor, and guest lecturer in Old Testament and Hebrew. He holds master's degrees from Concordia Theological Seminary and Hebrew Union College. He has contributed articles to Christianity Today, The Gospel Coalition, Modern Reformation, The Federalist, Lutheran Forum, and other journals and websites. He is also the author of several books, including The Christ Key & Limping with God. Untamed Prayers - 365 Daily Devotions on Christ in the Book of Psalms: https://a.co/d/eeZ9ilM Chapters 0:00–1:08 Intro 1:09–3:29 Why Psalms is important 3:30–7:06 How the New Testament interprets Psalms 7:07–11:45 Thinking about David and Jesus 11:46–16:19 Seeing Jesus in Psalms even if the chapter isn’t quoted in the New Testament 16:20–22:31 Insights from Reading Psalms in Hebrew 22:32–31:14 Intentional ordering of Psalms 31:15–34:11 Psalms as the prayerbook of the Church 34:12–37:50 Church Fathers and Psalms 37:51–41:30 Prayerbook of the soldiers of Christ 41:31–45:38 Encountering Jesus in Psalms 45:39–53:04 Understanding “enemies” in Psalms 53:05–56:34 Admonishment to read the Psalms Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights WHERE TO FIND US Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Website: ⁠https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com
	73. Hebrew Language Insights from Isaiah 7-8	05 Feb 2024	01:04:19
Isaiah 7-8 are chapters that contain some of the most enduring and influential words of prophecy of the Hebrew Bible. What insights can be gained by reading these chapters in Hebrew? In this episode, Matthew (M.A. Biblical Literature and Semitic Languages) shares a variety of interesting and meaningful ideas from reading this section of Isaiah in Hebrew. All of the content is shared in such a way that people of all different levels of Hebrew (or no Hebrew at all!) can enjoy this episode. Chapters 0:27-2:44: Intro 2:45-4:32: Narrative Context 4:33-9:17: Isaiah 7:1-17 in Hebrew 9:18-11:50: Isaiah 7:1-17 in English 11:51-13:15: Isaiah 8:1-3 in Hebrew and English 13:16-21:37: Hebrew “Sound-play” Fear, Assurance, and Conspiracy 21:38-27:18: Isaiah’s First Word to Ahaz and its Connection to Covenant 27:19-31:07: The Archaeology of Isaiah’s First Word to Ahaz 31:08-36:07: Stumps or Tails? Another Covenant Connection 36:08-38:40: Faith and the Most Popular Wordplay of the Hebrew Bible 38:41-41:05: Intertextuality and Possible Influence of Isaiah on Historians 41:06-42:53: Singular and Plural: Speaking to the People through the King 43:40-45:49: "Isaiah" in Hebrew 45:50-46:46: "Shear-Jashub" in Hebrew 46:47-47:40: "Emmanuel" in Hebrew 47:41-50:06: "Maher-Shalal-Hash-Baz" in Hebrew 50:07-57:01: "Tabeel" in Hebrew 57:02-1:02:17: "Ahaz" in Hebrew 1:02:18-1:04:18: Thoughts on the Message for Today Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights WHERE TO FIND US Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Website: ⁠https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com
	72. "Write the vision and make it plain..." From Questioning to Awe through Faith	22 Jan 2024	01:00:21
One of the most popular verses about "vision" that is used in teaching about personal and group vision statements is Habakkuk 2:2, but what is the original context of this verse? Understanding what is meant by "vision" both generally and specifically in the book of Habakkuk is essential to not taking this verse out of context. Unfortunately, Habakkuk 2 also causes confusion due to an unhelpful chapter division. Once the flow of Habakkuk as a book is seen, the themes and message of the book come to the forefront. The ideas behind "vision" are different but more important than we might have ever thought. Chapters 0:26-2:44 Intro 2:45-5:18 Habakkuk Overview: Can we trust YHWH? 5:19-7:18 The unique opener of Habakkuk 7:19-11:22 the 6th Century BCE of the ancient Near East 11:23-20:26 An unhelpful chapter division: the context of the vision verse 20:27-22:59 What is “vision”? 23:00-24:01 Habakkuk’s Problem with God 24:02-30:05 Proverbs of Doubt 30:06-36:41 Equating God to idols 36:42-40:01 The Heart of Habakuk 40:02-43:16 Prophet Giving Complaint in Divine Council 43:17-51:33 Write the Vision and Live by Faith 51:34-54:16 Covenant in Habakkuk 2 54:17-60:20 From Questioning to Awe through Faith Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights WHERE TO FIND US Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Website: ⁠https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com
	71. "Where there is no vision..." The Sage-Prophet in the Scripture and Vision Statements Out of Context	08 Jan 2024	00:56:00
What is the context for the famous verse "Where there is no vision, the people perish"? Is this Biblical support for company and personal vision and mission statements? Or is something else going on here? We dive into the context of this verse within the book of Proverbs, analyze the Hebrew language of the text, and talk about the dynamic of the function of the surprising "Sage-Prophet" in the Hebrew Bible. 0:27-3:53: New Year’s Resolutions and “Vision” in the Hebrew Bible 3:54-7:32: Differences in Translations 7:33-13:27: Structure of Proverbs 13:28-18:02: The Definition of Wisdom (According to Proverbs) 18:03-22:59: What is “Vision” in Hebrew? 22:60-26:50: The Deep Rooted Prophetic Tradition in the Hebrew Bible 26:51-32:36: Why would a Hebrew Sage Talk about Vision? 32:37-38:12: Proverb Crafting and The Nuanced Difference Between Sage and Prophet 38:13-41:56: The Point of Proverbs 29:18 41:57-43:21: Practical Meaning for Today 43:22-49:40: Torah and Prophetic Vision 49:41-56:00: Practical Concluding Thoughts Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights WHERE TO FIND US Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Website: ⁠https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com
	70. The Seed of David and the Servant Leadership of God: a Surprising Christmas Bible Study	25 Dec 2023	00:56:35
Samuel has a surprising connection to Christmas. Church lectionaries during Advent are filled with prophets like Isaiah, yet 2 Samuel 7 makes its way into the lineup. Why? Whether or not you are interested in this chapter’s connections to Christmas, 2 Samuel 7 is a pivotal passage for the plot of the Hebrew Bible. Themes of dynasty, presence, servant leadership, and more are on full display in this major movement of the Hebrew Bible. 0:27-2:34: A Surprising Christmas Chapter 2:35-4:36: Characters and Themes of Samuel 4:36-8:54: The Size and Sources of Samuel 8:55-10:11: Samuel as a TV Show 10:12-11:20: The Prayers of Hannah and Mary 11:21-19:48: The Many Sides of David 19:49-25:51: Houses, Temples, and Dynasties 25:52-28:24: Promise and Problems 28:25-32:11: Masoretic Markings and Emphasis on YHWH 32:12-34:26: The Servant Leadership of YHWH 34:27-42:16: The Dynasty of David’s Failure to Serve Like YHWH 42:17-45:07: Forgetting the Origin 45:08-56:36: God the Father of the Seed of David Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights WHERE TO FIND US Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Website: ⁠https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com
	69: The Context of the Emmanuel Prophecy in Isaiah	11 Dec 2023	00:29:31
What is the actual context behind the famous verse about the virgin giving birth to a son named “Emanuel”? This line comes from Isaiah, and the context opens up deeper layers of meaning. In this episode Matthew (M.A. Biblical Literature and Semitic Languages) shares the story of Isaiah 7-8 and teaches the difference between “prediction fulfillment” and “typological fulfillment.” This topic has wide ranging implications for reading the prophets in general. Chapters 0:27-1:44: Intro 1:45-4:29: Referencing Lines or Stories? 4:30-6:15: Isaiah Overview 6:16-10:23: The War 10:24-13:24: The Son 13:25-16:38: 8th Century BCE Emanuel 16:39-17:57: The Nation of Emanuel 17:58-20:09: Prediction vs Typological Fulfillment 20:10-26:48: 1st Century CE Emanuel 26:49-29:30: The Theme of Hope through Birth Matthew referenced a video by @bitesizeseminary about the expensive cost of writing in the biblical world. Check it out here: https://youtu.be/BVCdpSuoBBQ?si=-UPNmrjoLvwam_Rp Matthew also referenced a scholar from a podcast episode I listened to. His specific verbiage about “prediction fulfillment vs typological fulfillment” is helpful. Here is where you can hear more: YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kZpIJ9y5nYc Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-two-testaments/id1585711864?i=1000635221242 Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/1d8sdUGd9BMgS8RPh3SFIJ?si=Inb-NoxhQCeVE9aB6impsw Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights WHERE TO FIND US Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Website: ⁠https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com
	68. Prophets, Power, & Paradoxes: Insights from Micah	27 Nov 2023	00:29:44
Micah 3 contains a passage that challenges hypocritical prophets. The Hebrew language of this chapter is biting and intense. What follows this section of judgment is an unexpected message hope. Micah 3-4 is a great section of the prophets that illustrates two important themes of the prophets of the Hebrew Bible. Matthew (M.A. Biblical Literature and Semitic Languages) breaks down these chapters and does an analysis of some of the interesting Hebrew insights in these chapters. 0:27-1:19: Intro 1:20-2:54: Challenges with Prophets 2:55-6:40: Two Sides of the Coin: Judgment and Hope 6:41-9:46: Etched in Stone or Written in Pencil? 9:47-11:38: Micah 3 Intro 11:39-13:17: Prophets for Hire in HB and Mari 13:18-16:48: Serpent Seers: Hebrew Language Insight 16:49-20:47: Humiliation of the Hypocrites: Hebrew Language Insight 20:48-22:33: Remember who has the answer: Akkadian Language Insight 22:34-25:06: A Prophet filled with Power 25:07-28:25: Micah 4 and Hope 28:26-29:44: Conclusion Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights WHERE TO FIND US Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Website: ⁠https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com
	67. Dr. Lena-Sofia Tiemeyer: Making Sense of the Hebrew Prophets	30 Oct 2023	01:00:27
How do we make sense of the Hebrew Prophets? The Latter Prophets of Isaiah-Malachi are some of the most enduring books of the Hebrew Bible. While this literature is full of meaning, these books can be some of the most difficult to understand. We interviewed a scholar on the prophets to learn more about how to approach this part of Scripture. Lena-Sofia Tiemeyer is Professor of Old Testament Exegesis at ALT School of Theology, Sweden. She holds a PhD in Divinity/Hebrew Bible from Oxford, and completed her bachelor’s and master’s degrees in Hebrew Bible and ancient Near Eastern studies at the Hebrew University in Jerusalem. Her specialty is the Prophetic Literature, though she is also working in the lament literature, the reception history of the Bible, Ezra-Nehemiah, and 1-2 Samuel. Professor Tiemeyer has authored six monographs and three textbooks. She has published numerous book chapters in edited volumes, as well as a plethora of journal articles across some of the most prestigious, peer-reviewed journals in Hebrew Bible studies, while also having presented countless times at some of the largest and most esteemed scholarly meetings around the world. She is currently Editor for the Journal for the Study of the Old Testament, and has been praised by her peers as “an accomplished scholar and editor with an international reputation for careful and nuanced scholarship.” She currently lives in Örebro, Sweden, with her husband and their two daughters. "Jonah Through the Centuries" https://www.amazon.com/Jonah-Through-Centuries-Blackwell-Commentaries-ebook/dp/B09DWJZP77/ref=sr_1_1?crid=29T5YBP0WC0FY&keywords=lena-sofia+tiemeyer&qid=1698090953&sprefix=lena+sofia%2Caps%2C145&sr=8-1 “In Search of Jonathan: Jonathan between the Bible and Modern Fiction” https://global.oup.com/academic/product/in-search-of-jonathan-9780197637777?cc=us&lang=en& Full List of Publications: https://altutbildning.academia.edu/LenaSofiaTiemeyer “Jonah Through the Centuries” Chapters 0:26-3:44 Introducing Lena 3:45-6:51 Jerusalem: Living and Learning in the Holy Land 6:52-10:02 Oxford: Critical vs Reader Approach 10:03-13:01 The Roundabout Path to Scholarship 13:02-17:22 Redaction Criticism 17:23-21:29 Prophecy as Intercession 21:30-26:29 The Language and Literature of the Prophets 26:30-29:36 If Lena could meet Zechariah 29:37-36:56 The Gender of the Fish in Jonah 36:57-41:19 Advice for Younger Self 41:20-43:48 Who is the Satan in Zechariah? 43:49-46:31 Joshua’s Unique Priestly Clothing 46:32-48:12 Divine Council in the Prophets 48:13-55:00 How to Write and Research Well 55:01-59:12 Nathan’s Learning from Lena 59:13-1:00:26 Publications by Lena Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights WHERE TO FIND US Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Website: ⁠https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com
	66. Dr. Matthieu Richelle - Interpreting Israel's Scriptures: A Practical Guide to the Exegesis of the Hebrew Bible/Old Testament	09 Oct 2023	01:06:24
How do we do responsible and holistic exegesis of the Hebrew Bible? What are principles and methods that we can apply reasonably and consistently? In this unique interview, Dr. Matthieu Richelle wrote responses to questions that we sent him about his book on the subject. In this episode we share our correspondence with him and also share our own thoughts. Dr. Matthieu Richelle is Professor of Old Testament Exegesis at the Universitè catholique de Louvain (Belgium). Link to Book "Interpreting Israel's Scriptures": https://www.amazon.com/Interpreting-Israels-Scriptures-Practical-Testament/dp/1619709589/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3JTO6GQK3IGW0&keywords=interpreting+israel%27s+scriptures&qid=1696648670&sprefix=interpreting+israe%2Caps%2C94&sr=8-1 Chapters 0:25-5:05 Call to holistic and responsible reading of the HB5:06-10:53 Book Outline10:54-15:34 Math Teacher to Biblical Scholar15:35-21:58 Learning from “Players” vs “Coaches”21:59-28:45 Interpreting the text in community28:46-31:45 The value of a handbook for students31:46-38:05 The joy of the rich complexity of studying scripture38:06-53:27 How the church and academia can be more holistic in exegesis55:28-58:59 Grappling with sources, authorship, and editing of the HB59:00-1:02:52 Date of Event vs Date of Text1:02:53-1:04:02 How our expertise influences our exegesis1:04:03-1:07:23 Encouragement and where to find the book WHERE TO FIND US Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_hebrewbibleinsights/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@hebrewbibleinsights Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HebrewBibleInsights Threads: https://www.threads.net/@_hebrewbibleinsights Website: https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/matthew9793/support Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights WHERE TO FIND US Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Website: ⁠https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com
	65. Gary Schnittjer: "Old Testament Narrative Books: the Israel Story"	18 Sep 2023	01:03:12
Making sense of narrative books of the Hebrew Bible. We interview Dr. Gary Schnittjer about his latest book and questions related to narrative books of the Hebrew Bible. See below for episode timestamps and information for the giveaway. Old Testament Narrative Books: the Israel Story: https://www.amazon.com/Old-Testament-Narrative-Books-Connections/dp/108774752X/ref=sr_1_3?crid=2URGDYR3D8NVQ&keywords=old+testament+narrative+books&qid=1694998120&sprefix=old+testament+narrative+books%2Caps%2C104&sr=8-3 GIVEAWAY INFO Share a link to this episode on social media. Tag our Hebrew Bible Insights social media account so that we see it! We are on Instagram, Facebook, X (Twitter), and Threads (See below for links to the accounts) We will randomly choose two people who shared the episode. We will send winners a message to get information for sending you the book. 0:25-4:49 Gary’s New Book: Old Testament Narrative Books4:50-10:47 Reading History as Prophecy10:48-13:00 Royal Narratives in ANE13:01-21:18 Samuel, Kings, and Chronicles…What Makes Them Unique21:19-28:01 The Different Places of Chronicles in the Bible28:02-39:07 Flashbacks in Judges39:08-47:11 Telling Narratives Out of Order for a Purpose47:12-55:08 Difficulties for Students with Narrative Books55:09-1:01:15 Meditating on Hebrew Bible Narratives1:01:16-1:03:12 Conclusion WHERE TO FIND US Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_hebrewbibleinsights/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@hebrewbibleinsights Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HebrewBibleInsights Threads: https://www.threads.net/@_hebrewbibleinsights Website: https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/matthew9793/support Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights WHERE TO FIND US Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Website: ⁠https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com
	64. Nephilim, Giants, and Divine Sonship	04 Sep 2023	01:04:37
Who are the Nephilim in Genesis 6? The answer to this question plays a key role for the plot of the Hebrew Bible. This rabbit hole is deep and fascinating. Our journey takes us to comparing ancient manuscripts, analyzing Hebrew text, and exploring the Mesopotamian tradition of divine beings and a flood. The conversation finishes with how this topic is related to the important theme of divine sonship in the Bible. 0:25-1:27 Intro1:28-8:37 Comparing Variant Manuscripts of Deut 328:38-10:10 Context of Gen 610:11-18:29 Hebrew analysis of “Nephilim”18:30-20:30 What is “Prehistory”?20:31-28:41 Mesopotamian “Apkallu” and Hebrew “Nephilim”28:42-36:07 When were the Nephilim active on earth?36:08-43:51 Enoch and Variations in tradition of Nephilim43:52-51:39 Divine Sonship in Scripture51:40-1:04:37 What if it’s “Sons of Israel” instead of “Sons of God”? WHERE TO FIND US Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_hebrewbibleinsights/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@hebrewbibleinsights Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HebrewBibleInsights Threads: https://www.threads.net/@_hebrewbibleinsights Website: https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/matthew9793/support Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights WHERE TO FIND US Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Website: ⁠https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com
	99. Hebrew language insights from Psalm 1	14 Jul 2025	01:04:11
Read the Bible in Hebrew with Matthew: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights Psalm 1 is rich with meaning, and reading it in Hebrew brings out layers we often miss. In this episode, Matthew (MA in Biblical Literature and Semitic Languages) walks through key Hebrew language insights that deepen our understanding of this foundational psalm. We explore the meaning of the word “happy” or “blessed,” the beautiful poetic style of the psalm, and how Hebrew parallelism and verb tense in verse 1 set the tone for the whole psalm. We also dive into what it really means to “meditate” on God’s law, why Torah is central to this psalm, and how Psalm 1 connects to Genesis, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, and ultimately, to Jesus Christ. Whether you know Hebrew or not, this episode will help you appreciate the beauty and depth of Psalm 1 in a whole new way. Chapters 0:00-2:00 Intro 2:01-3:45 Psalm 1 in Hebrew and English 3:46-17:50 Happiness Word Study 17:51-20:31 Beautiful style in Psalm 1 20:32-33:26 Parallelism and Tense in Psalm 1:1 33:27-40:28 What is “Meditate” and “Law”? 40:29-52:02 Why meditating on Torah is strongly emphasized 52:03-59:12 Parallels to Genesis, Jeremiah, and Ezekiel 59:13-1:04:09 Jesus and Psalm 1 Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights WHERE TO FIND US Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Website: ⁠https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com
	63. Dr. Iosif Zhakevich: Commentary on Zechariah	21 Aug 2023	00:54:46
In this episode, we talk with Dr. Iosif Zhakevich about his new commentary on the book of Zechariah. See more about Iosif below. Link to Iosif’s book: https://www.gracebooks.com/zechariah-motc.html We talk about a number of topics Nathan and Iosif share memories studying at Hebrew University of Jerusalem together Iosif Zhakevich’s commentary on Zechariah What does it mean when God “remembers”? What are the visions of Zechariah? Why is there a unique Priest-King in Zechariah even though they were separate positions in Israel? What does Zechariah say about the Messiah? How does Zechariah talk about the future? Iosif does a Bible study on Zechariah 12 Chapters 0:25-4:10 Intro4:11-7:32 Iosif’s story with Biblical studies7:33-12:03 Memories from Hebrew University12:04-13:29 Studying to Serve Christ13:30-18:48 Elevator Pitch for Zechariah18:49-22:13 Structure and Style of Zechariah22:14-29:29 Visions of Zechariah29:30-38:22 The Priest King38:23-41:16 The Future in Zechariah41:17-46:54 Zechariah 12 Bible Study46:55-48:48 Scripture for the Church48:49-51:30 Divine Son51:31-53:27 Encouragement for Perseverance - Zechariah Today53:28-54:46 Where to find Iosif’s Book Iosif Zhakevich is Associate Professor of Old Testament at The Master’s Seminary and an elder at Grace Community Church. After receiving his B.A. from UCLA, and an M.Div. and Th.M. from TMS, Iosif completed an M.A. at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem, and a Ph.D. from Harvard University, where he focused on Near Eastern languages and civilizations. Dr. Zhakevich grew up in a Christian home, but he repented of his sin and committed to following Christ at age 17. At TMS, Dr. Zhakevich teaches Hebrew Exegesis, Exegesis of Messianic Texts, and the Art of Bible Translation, among other classes. He was part of a translation committee that worked on the Legacy Standard Bible, he now serves as the managing editor of The Master's Seminary Journal, and he oversees the Tyndale Center for Bible Translation at The Master's Seminary. At Grace Community Church, Dr. Zhakevich serves as an elder and co-leads a fellowship group with Dr. Abner Chou. Education B.A., University of California – Los Angeles M.Div., The Master’s Seminary Th.M., The Master’s Seminary M.A., Hebrew University of Jerusalem A.M., Harvard University Ph.D., Harvard University WHERE TO FIND US Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_hebrewbibleinsights/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@hebrewbibleinsights Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HebrewBibleInsights Threads: https://www.threads.net/@_hebrewbibleinsights Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights WHERE TO FIND US Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Website: ⁠https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com
	62. Dr. Hélène Dallaire: Women in the Hebrew Bible and the Ancient Near East	24 Jul 2023	01:17:42
What did the life of women actually look like during the time of the Hebrew Bible both in Israel and in the surrounding ancient Near East? Dr. Hélène Dallaire gives us a taste of her newest course that she teaches at Denver Seminary. Dr. Dallaire brings the world of the Hebrew Bible to life by giving vivid pictures of both the general life of women as well as specific women. She talks about the woman who is the first named scribe in world history, how archaeology paints a picture of life in the home for women, the forgotten prophetess who spearheaded one of the greatest reforms in the Bible, why there are no female priests in Scripture, God’s ideal vision for men and women in Scripture, and more. See more info below.Chapters0:25-10:15 Dr. Dallaire’s Background 10:16-15:32 Why study women in the Hebrew Bible and not only the New Testament and beyond? 15:33-26:10 What texts and material culture of ANE teach us about women 26:11-33:16 Daily life for women in ANE 33:17-38:24 The first named scribe of the world 38:25-46:40 Huldah - the most underrated prophet? 46:41-55:17 Is the Hebrew Bible and ANE patriarchal? 55:18-1:05:16 How the Hebrew Bible describes the ideal for women 1:05:17-1:12:17 Why are there no priestesses in the Hebrew Bible? 1:12:18-1:17:36 Dallaire’s courses and booksDr. Dallaire is the Earl S. Kalland Professor of Old Testament and Semitic Languages; Chair of Old Testament Department at Denver Seminary where she has been teaching since 2006. You can learn more about her extensive career of teaching, research, and pastoring here on her Denver Seminary page: https://denverseminary.edu/directory/dallaire-phd-helene/ Links to a few of her publications200 Devotionals from the Hebrew Bible: https://www.amazon.com/Devotionals-Hebrew-Bible-Helene-Dallaire/dp/1625644329/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1689564497&sr=1-3Joshua (The Expositor’s Bible Commentary) Hardcover (Includes Joshua as well as Deuteronomy, Judges, Ruth, and 1&2 Samuel: https://www.amazon.com/Expositors-Bible-Commentary-Deuteronomy-Joshua/dp/0310364507Joshua (The Expositor’s Bible Commentary) Kindle Edition: https://www.amazon.com/Joshua-Expositors-Commentary-Helene-Dallaire-ebook/dp/B01MZFS4FEWHERE TO FIND USPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsightsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDAInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/_hebrewbibleinsights/TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@hebrewbibleinsightsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/HebrewBibleInsightsThreads: https://www.threads.net/@_hebrewbibleinsightsWebsite: https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/matthew9793/support Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights WHERE TO FIND US Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Website: ⁠https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com
	61. Deuteronomy isn't just a book...it's a treaty: a Bible study on the form and message of Deuteronomy	10 Jul 2023	00:55:55
Deuteronomy has one of the most famous lines in all of Scripture that Jesus quotes as part of an answer to the question: "What is the greatest commandment?" The Shema is the core of a Jewish prayer that is one the of the oldest prayers in the world. Deuteronomy 6:4 and following are famous for good reason...but what is the entire book of Deuteronomy about? What was supposed to be a Bible study on Deuteronomy 32 quickly became a discussion about the form and message of the book as a whole. Here it is! (We will get back to Deuteronomy 32 in a future episode!) We talk about a number of topics The big picture message of Deuteronomy Deuteronomy is a Treaty Covenant Document, which is a well attested genre in the ancient Near East Is Deuteronomy more like 2nd millennium BCE Hittite treaties or 1st millennium BCE Neo Assyrian treaties? What does “love” mean in Deuteronomy and how ancient Near Eastern treaties help us understand this. Hebrew language insights from Deuteronomy 32 The connection between Deuteronomy 32 and Genesis 1 Wisdom and Deuteronomy The relationship between faith and risk God as Heavenly Father in Deuteronomy 0:25-1:41 Initial impression of Deuteronomy1:42-7:32 Deuteronomy as Retelling and Reinterpretation7:33-9:29 Big Picture Ideas from Deuteronomy9:30-17:50 Deuteronomy is a Treaty Covenant Document!17:51-24:36 Is Deuteronomy a 2nd or 1st millennium text?24:37-29:21 “Love” in Deuteronomy and ancient Near Eastern Treaties29:21-35:23 How Deuteronomy 32 fits in the book35:24-42:11 Hebrew language insights from Deuteronomy 3242:12-46:11 Wisdom and Deuteronomy46:12-48:57 Faith and Risk48:58-55:55 God as Heavenly Father in Deuteronomy WHERE TO FIND US Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_hebrewbibleinsights/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@hebrewbibleinsights Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HebrewBibleInsights Website: https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/matthew9793/support Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights WHERE TO FIND US Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Website: ⁠https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com
	60. Psalm 1-2 Bible Study with JC from Bite Size Seminary: the Introduction to the Book of Psalms	12 Jun 2023	00:49:42
Introductions matter. They give purpose for the book, orient readers to the trajectory of the work, and show important themes. Unfortunately, many do not realize that Psalm 1 AND 2 together form the introduction to Psalms. This has major implications for how we approach this book.JC from Bite Size Seminry joins Matthew in a Bible Study on Psalm 1-2, the introduction to the book of Psalms. They cover a number of topics. * What is the significance of the introduction of Psalms?* What does it mean to meditate on the “law of the Lord?”* What does it mean to be “blessed”?* What causes the joy and flourishing of the person in Psalm 1?* Judgment in Psalm 1* Psalm 1 as an invitation* Psalm 2 as rejection of the invitation by the kings of the world The theme of the Messiah in Psalm 2 A possible explanation for the presence of archaic forms in Psalm 2* The mercy of GodCheck out JC’s content on Bite Size SeminaryYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@UCpZUICSqjCtvxklQ8XM0i1w Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bite-size-seminary/id1588657153Website: https://www.bitesizeseminary.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/matthew9793/support Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights WHERE TO FIND US Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Website: ⁠https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com
	59. The Story of the Torah - Interview with Gary Schnittjer about his new book: “Torah story, Second Edition: An apprenticeship on the Pentateuch”	29 May 2023	00:58:06
We interviewed Gary Schnittjer about his new book about the Torah “Torah story, Second Edition: An apprenticeship on the Pentateuch” We talk about a number of topics related to the Torah How the Torah is the foundation of the Bible and the foundation of the Gospel Misconceptions about the Torah Understanding the meaning of the Hebrew word for Torah Does the New Testament have more commands than the Torah? Why are there so many connects and parallel stories between Exodus and Numbers? What is the symbolism in the Torah? How can the Torah be a story with so many legal sections? Gary’s approach to the Documentary Hypothesis How much closure does the Torah have? How does the entire Torah (not just individual verses) point to the New Testament? Information about the Giveaway:This book giveaway is limited to US Addresses onlyTo be in the running to win a free edition of Torah Story the Second Edition, share this episode (whether from YouTube, Apple Podcast, or Spotify) on Instagram or Facebook and tag Hebrew Bible Insights in your post. Links to Gary’s content:Torah Story, second edition: https://www.amazon.com/dp/031011277X/ Torah Story Workbook: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0310112834/ Torah Story Videos: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B08D3C819W/ “Going Vertical with Love Thy Neighbor” JSOT: https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/10.1177/03090892221116910 [students can access this through their library’s databases] “Say You, Say Ye: Individual and Collective Identity and Responsibility in Torah,” Center for Hebraic Thought: https://hebraicthought.org/individual-collective-identity-responsibility-torah/ 0:25-4:01 Intro and a funny story from Gary4:02-6:01 Elevator Pitch for the Torah6:02-10:32 Common misconceptions about the Torah10:33-15:07 The parallel stories in Exodus and Numbers15:08-20:25 The significance of the Tabernacle20:26-24:54 How is the Torah a story with so many legal sections?24:55-26:34 Recommendation for Gary’s Book26:35-38:24 What to do with the Documentary Hypothesis?38:25-43:23 How much closure does the Torah have?43:24-48:47 How do other parts of Scripture use the Torah?48:48-54:16 How do the Torah as a whole point to the New Testament?54:17-55:41 Concluding Thoughts55:42-58:06 Where to get Gary’s bookWHERE TO FIND USPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsightsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDAInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/_hebrewbibleinsights/TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@hebrewbibleinsightsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/HebrewBibleInsightsWebsite: https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/matthew9793/support Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights WHERE TO FIND US Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Website: ⁠https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com
	58. What did Adam, Eve, and Israel hear...the Sound, Thunder, or Voice of God?	16 May 2023	01:00:41
What is the voice of God and how does this impact the revelation of God? The Hebrew word קול can mean sound, voice, and even thunder. We trace this word through important stories in the Hebrew Bible to see what we can learn about God from this. What does קול mean in Genesis? What sound of God did Adam and Eve hear in the Garden of Eden? What does it mean that God walked in the “cool of the day”? What type of sound did they hear? His voice? A different kind of sound? The thunder of the storm of God? What did Israel hear at Mount Sinai? Thunder or the voice of God? The sound of a storm or words?Our discussion takes us through a close reading of the Hebrew of a number of texts in Genesis, Samuel, Job, Exodus, and more. 0:25-2:07 Introduction2:08-14:32 The “sound” of God in the Garden of Eden14:33-19:07 The “sound” of God in a battle with King David19:08-20:46 God, the storm, and Job20:27-35:11 Did Israel hear thunder or a voice at Mount Sinai? Comparing the accounts of Exodus and Deuteronomy35:12-42:03 Thunder or heavenly voice in John?42:04-1:00:41 The Voice and Covenant of GodWHERE TO FIND USPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsightsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDAInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/_hebrewbibleinsights/TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@hebrewbibleinsightsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/HebrewBibleInsightsWebsite: https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/matthew9793/support Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights WHERE TO FIND US Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Website: ⁠https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com
	57. JC Schroeder: God, the Divine Council, and the Storm - A Bible Study on Psalm 29 (PLUS How to navigate the tension between devotions and academic Bible study)	01 May 2023	00:57:24
Our latest podcast guest is experienced in both academic teaching and practical ministry. JC Schroeder is a clear and peaceful communicator who has a gift for getting to the heart of the matter to touch the heart of people. He is an Instructor at The Ezekiel Project School of Evangelism, a discipleship and ministry training ministry in the metro Detroit, MI area. JC is also an adjunct professor at Cornerstone University. With over 10 years of full-time ministry experience, JC is driven by a heart for helping people with content that adds value to others. He has an M.A. in Biblical Exegesis in Old and New Testament Studies from Grand Rapids Theological Seminary and is finishing his Th.M. in New Testament Studies from Grand Rapids Theological Seminary. You can find more of his content on “Bite Size Seminary.” Links belowThis episode has 2 parts. First, we talk about navigating the tension of devotions and academic Bible study. Then we do a Bible Study on Psalm 29. Psalm 29 is fascinating because it calls for supernatural beings of the divine council to ascribe glory to God. This Psalm also describes God as a powerful storm. We go line by line through the whole text discussing a number of themes Honor-Shame Culture Supernatural beings and the “Divine Council” Recognizing the Baal Polemic in Psalm 29 Why is God described as a storm? Insights from Psalm 29 for our own lives.Timestamps0:18-0:58 Intro0:59-7:10 JC’s Background and Passion7:11-21:37 “Balancing” Devotion and Academic Bible Study21:38-30:50 Psalm 29:1-2, Honor-Shame Culture, Supernatural beings and the Divine Council30:51-48:54 Psalm 29:3-9 The “Voice” of God, Baal Polemic?48:55-56:36 Psalm 29:10-11 The Flood and the Peace of God56:37-57:21 ConclusionWhere to find more of JC's content:Website: https://www.bitesizeseminary.comYouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@bitesizeseminaryApple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bite-size-seminary/id1588657153Spotify Podcast: https://open.spotify.com/show/6rzuso0r2D8XHOp0b8Cc4G?si=0c17b47579254418WHERE TO FIND USPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsightsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDAInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/_hebrewbibleinsights/TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@hebrewbibleinsightsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/HebrewBibleInsightsWebsite: https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/matthew9793/support Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights WHERE TO FIND US Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Website: ⁠https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com
	56. Getting a PhD in Hebrew Bible Studies and the value of deep learning for understanding Scripture	17 Apr 2023	00:55:28
Dr. Nathan French shares insights from his experience getting a PhD in Hebrew Bible and the ancient Near East back in 2018. Nathan talks about how he felt called by God to pursue deep academic study. This leads us into a discussion about valuing the callings of others even if they are different from ours. Have you ever wanted to know what this journey is like? Perhaps you are thinking about getting a Phd? Or maybe you are just curious about the process and value of deep learning. Whatever your specific calling is or where you are in your own journey, we hope this episode is both interesting and helpful. We discuss a number of topics.* Nathan received his PhD from the University of Aberdeen in the UK, specializing in Hebrew Bible and the ancient Near East. * Nathan talks about how he felt called by God to pursue deep academic study. This leads us into a discussion about valuing the callings of others even if they are different from ours.* The difference between US and UK PhD process* The unique role of a PhD supervisor with a PhD student* How a PhD (and deep learning in general) impacts how we think and communicate* An average day in the life of a Hebrew Bible PhD student 0:25-1:11 Intro1:12-4:27 Inspiration Behind PhD4:28-9:27 Different Callings in the Body of Christ9:28-13:13 Nathan’s PhD University and dissertation topic13:14-20:38 Big picture process for getting a PhD in Hebrew Bible20:39-27:14 PhD Supervisor vs BA or MA Professor27:15-38:47 How a PhD changes your thinking38:48-43:43 Average Day for a PhD student43:44-46:17 Nathan’s favorite part of the PhD process46:18-50:48 Thoughts for someone who wants to get a PhD in Hebrew Bible50:49-56:28 Thoughts for those skeptical of Christian academics WHERE TO FIND US Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_hebrewbibleinsights/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@hebrewbibleinsights Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HebrewBibleInsights Website: https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/matthew9793/support Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights WHERE TO FIND US Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Website: ⁠https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com
	55. The message of Joel, the context of God pouring out His spirit, and Hebrew language insights from the text	03 Apr 2023	00:43:51
In this episode, Matthew Delaney shares insights about the book of Joel. One of the most famous passages of the entire Hebrew Bible about God pouring out His spirit on all flesh is found in this book...but what is the context of this famous line? Matthew gives a brief overview of the book and its message before sharing a number of Hebrew language insights in the text. The episode concludes by discussing the value of understanding Joel for the New Testament and our lives today. Timeline 0:25-1:10 Introduction1:11-3:06 Funny Origin of My Hebrew Group’s Name3:07-5:17 First Reading of Joel5:18-7:01 Big Picture Message of Joel7:02-9:19 Structure of Joel9:20-16:08 What makes Joel engaging?16:09-21:05 The famous passage about the Holy Spirit21:06-25:13 “Locust” in Biblical Hebrew25:14-29:00 “Dry up” or “Be Ashamed”? Wordplay in Joel29:01-30:41 “Destruction” and “Almighty” More Wordplay30:42-31:17 Connection Between the Exodus and Joel31:18-34:14 “Like the deer pants for water…” and Joel34:15-36:07 Israel has become the new Egypt36:08-41:00 The Powerful Message of Joel 241:01-43:09 Joel and the New Testament43:10-44:09 Joel and Today44:10-44:51 Recommended Commentary WHERE TO FIND US Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_hebrewbibleinsights/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@hebrewbibleinsights Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HebrewBibleInsights Website: https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/matthew9793/support Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights WHERE TO FIND US Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Website: ⁠https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com
	54. Kevin Grasso (Biblingo): Interview with Hebrew Linguist the Deep Work of Biblical Linguists	20 Mar 2023	00:58:39
We had a conversation with Hebrew Linguist Dr. Kevin Grasso. We discussed a variety of topics His choice to specialize in linguistics to be a better Bible scholar His favorite areas of linguistics The role of comparative semitics for linguistics The word order debate in Biblical Hebrew How we know what Biblical words mean Discourse analysis in Biblical Hebrew Biblingo: the biblical language learning resource that he started And more!Kevin Grasso received his M.A. in Linguistics with a concentration in Bible Translation from Dallas International University and his PhD in Hebrew Language from the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. He is also working on an M.A. in Comparative Religion at Hebrew University. He has taught Biblical Greek for the University of the Holy Land and is on the Executive Committee for the Biblical Hebrew Linguistics and Philology Network. Kevin is also the co-founder & CEO of Biblingo, an app that makes the biblical languages easier to learn.Biblingo.org Biblingo Podcast: https://biblingo.org/podcast/WHERE TO FIND USPatreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsightsYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDAInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/_hebrewbibleinsights/TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@hebrewbibleinsightsFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/HebrewBibleInsightsWebsite: https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com--- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/matthew9793/support Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights WHERE TO FIND US Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Website: ⁠https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com
	98. Rediscovering the Dead Sea Scrolls with Dr. Andrew Perrin	30 Jun 2025	01:14:07
The Dead Sea Scrolls are one of the most fascinating and important archaeological discoveries for understanding the world of the Bible. In this episode, we sit down with Dead Sea Scrolls scholar, Dr. Andrew Perrin, to explore the rich and complex world of these ancient texts. From the famous Isaiah Scroll and the commentary on Habakkuk to Aramaic dream visions, scribal traditions, and the Pseudepigrapha, this conversation uncovers the diversity of writings found at Qumran. We also dive into the Enoch literature, the War Scroll, and how the theme of Messiah shows up in the scrolls. Along the way, we discuss the historical context of Scripture, the role of scribes, and the importance of curiosity when it comes to exploring these texts. Whether you’re new to the Dead Sea Scrolls or looking to deepen your understanding, this episode offers insights, resources, and plenty to reflect on. Link to Dr. Andrew Perrin’s book “Lost Words and Forgotten Worlds: Rediscovering the Dead Sea Scrolls” https://a.co/d/essK7cm Dr. Andrew Perrin’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@DrAndrewPerrin/featured Dr. Andrew Perrin’s recommended Dead Sea Scroll Resources Digital Images of Dead Sea Scrolls: https://www.deadseascrolls.org.il/?locale=en_US Dead Sea Scrolls Bible: https://a.co/d/44awjn8 The Dead Sea Scrolls: a New Translation: https://a.co/d/aJSzXnV Chapters 0:00-2:09 Intro 2:10-10:21 Isaiah in the Dead Sea Scrolls 10:22-18:28 Commentary on Habakkuk in the Dead Sea Scrolls 18:29-24:10 Aramaic dream vision texts 24:11-30:02 Scribal and Sacred Languages 30:03-37:12 Pseudepigrapha 37:13-43:25 Enoch 43:26-49:38 The War Scroll and Ritual Purity 49:39-53:12 Historical context of Scripture 53:13-57:02 The influence of scribes 57:03-1:02:29 Theme of Messiah in Dead Sea Scrolls 1:02:30-1:10:36 Personal thoughts on searching and being curious 1:10:37- Resources for Dead Sea Scrolls Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights WHERE TO FIND US Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Website: ⁠https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com

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