
Episode 17: Roots of the Pentateuch (The Pentateuch and Comparative Mythography)
Literature and History
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Unveiling the Complexities of the Old Testament God
Exploring the multifaceted character of God in the Old Testament, from kindness and brutality to the transition from El to Yahweh and the influence of Canaanite deities. Analyzing the ancient narratives of storm-gods like Baal and their significance in understanding monotheism's historical rise. Contrasting polytheistic beliefs with the evolving concept of distant deities and the hidden narrative of monotheism's spread in ancient religious traditions.
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