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404 - Fr. Stephen De Young - How to Read Extra-Biblical Texts Like Jubilees (and Why It Matters)

The Symbolic World

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The Cross and Adam: Symbols of Salvation

This chapter investigates the deep significance of the cross depicted at Adam's skull, revealing insights into themes of salvation and repentance in Christian theology. It connects historical narratives and Second Temple texts, emphasizing the intricate links between Adam's story, Jerusalem's symbolism of loss, and the crucifixion of Jesus.

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