Books of Titans Podcast The Five Books of Moses
Jan 26, 2024
Erik Rostad discusses reading 'The Five Books of Moses' on his 2024 list. He talks about his motivation, surprising engagement, and helpful commentary by Robert Alter. They explore favorite books that initially were disliked, hidden meanings behind repetition in the Bible, the poetry in the Book of Numbers, and the importance of reading the Bible. They also discuss website development and encourage feedback.
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1 2 3 4 5 6
Introduction
00:00 • 3min
Reading 'The Five Books of Moses'
02:32 • 26min
The Evolution of a Favorite Book
28:03 • 8min
The Significance of Repetition and Repeated Statements in the Bible
35:42 • 2min
Exploring the Poetry and Meaning in the Book of Numbers
38:12 • 8min
Importance of Reading the Bible and Website Development
46:24 • 3min