[Bible] Episode 270: Charles Halton - Is God More Humanlike Than We Thought?
The Bible For Normal People
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Exploring Heretical Beliefs About God
Delving into historical heretical beliefs surrounding anthropomorphism and God's limitations, this chapter challenges traditional theological interpretations by examining biblical texts like the Noah's flood story and John Calvin's concept of 'accommodation'. It explores the influence of ancient Greek thought on biblical translations and debates spiritualizing versus humanizing God's actions. The conversation emphasizes the complexity of human understanding of the divine and the challenges of reconciling theological beliefs with portrayals of God as both male and encompassing all aspects of gender.
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