Ep 59: Is There a Rapture? With Matthew Halsted
The Bible in Context
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Exploring the Figurative Meaning of 'Whole World' in Biblical Context
This chapter explores the figurative interpretation of 'oikomenos,' suggesting that biblical references to the 'whole world' often pertain to the known regions of the Roman Empire rather than a literal global event. It highlights Paul's writings to illustrate how cultural and geographic contexts shape scriptural meanings.
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