Bible is Lit

Continuing in our study of Twin Stories and sibling rivalries, this episode focuses on the conception of Isaac and Ishmael, and the patterns this narrative establishes for unfolding of The Bible Story. Topics Covered: -Significance of "birthright". -What is a "Child of Promise". -The position of women in ancient Near-Eastern Cultures -Economic opportunities for women in these c...

Continuing our study on Twin Stories and sibling rivalries, this episode takes a nuanced look at the story of Cain and Abel from Genesis 4. Topics Covered: -Twins Stories, sibling rivalries review of background. -Importance of patterns in theme. - What is wisdom literature ? -Why did God reject Cain's sacrifice? -Repetition as a literary technique in ancient narratives. -The test, and human ch...

This episode begins a study on Twin representations within The Bible Story. Twins and sibling stories are found all throughout The Bible. This episode looks at twins through the lens of archetypes as a springboard into these four Bible Stories: Cain and Abel, Isaac and Ishmael, Jacob and Esau, and The Prodigal Sons. Topics Covered: -Polarties in The Bible -The purposeful use of contrast and repeti...

The Bible is a book of books. It is a story comprised of many stories. In this introductory episode we examine some key components of Biblical history, psychology, myth, and literary techniques that will aid us in deepening our understanding in not only The Bible, but ourselves, our world, and the people around us. Topics Covered: -Biblical Origins -The Jewish Bible -The TaNaK, The Nevi'm, The...