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Storge, Justice, and the Ten Commandments: Rethinking Biblical Love (Mike Tolliver) Ep. #201

The Biblical Mind

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Exploring Storge: The Complexity of Familial Love

This chapter examines the concept of 'storge,' a familial love that, while largely absent from the Hebrew Bible, influences moral obligations within the framework of the Ten Commandments. It highlights the implications of this love in the context of family loyalty versus love for outsiders, emphasizing the importance of balancing these relationships. Through various discussions, the chapter reveals how storge shapes community dynamics, ethical dilemmas, and the consequences of actions towards family members.

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