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[Bible] Bonus Episode: Jon D. Levenson - Child Sacrifice in the Bible (Part 2)

The Bible For Normal People

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Exploring Child Sacrifice and Substitution in Biblical Tradition

This chapter examines the practice of child sacrifice in biblical texts, particularly the consecration of the firstborn, highlighting the transition from direct sacrifice to substitutionary rituals like the Paschal Lamb. It also explores the insights of biblical prophets and the lingering impact of these practices in contemporary Jewish customs.

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