S2 Ep1117: Paying Attention to the Literary Artistry of the Bible: Dr. Tim Mackie
Theology in the Raw
Abraham's Symbolic Act of Protection
The chapter discusses the significance of Abraham shooting away birds and proposes that it is symbolic of protecting the covenant scene with God. They explore the word 'nashav' and its connection to creation and wind. They also mention interpretations of this line in second temple literature and its connection to the Gideon story in Judges.
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