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#806 - Pope Benedict XVI vs. The "Dark Passages of Scripture"

The Counsel of Trent

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Interpreting Dark Passages in Scripture

Exploring the meaning behind accounts of God ordering the killing of the Canaanites, this chapter suggests that these stories may not be literal historical events but rather exaggerated warfare rhetoric, emphasizing Israel's separation from pagan neighbors. Highlighting the importance of differentiating the human elements from God's message today, the speaker acknowledges the significance of the topic.

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