The Bible Before the New Testament: A Conversation with Joel Baden
Misquoting Jesus with Bart Ehrman
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The Artistry of Ancient Hebrew Literature
This chapter examines the literary qualities of texts from ancient Israel, differentiating between literary and scriptural forms. It discusses the historical context of Hebrew Bible writings and the influence of oral traditions, highlighting the limited literacy of the time. The chapter concludes with an exploration of how various texts evolved into the sacred scriptures recognized today.
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