The Ethics of the Canaanite Conquest

This chapter explores the complex moral implications of God's command for the destruction of Canaanite children during the conquest, highlighting a distinction between divine judgment and child sacrifice. It discusses various viewpoints on biblical interpretations, the potential paths Israel could have taken, and the continuity of existence after death. The chapter also addresses the accountability of God's people to moral standards, drawing parallels between ancient and contemporary societal issues regarding sin and judgment.