Podcast episodes – The Secret History of Western Esotericism Podcast (SHWEP) The Long Secret History of Judaism, Part I
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Psalm 137 Became Pop Hits
- Psalm 137 about exile inspired pop hits from The Melodians to Boney M and Don McLean.
- This shows how an ancient Hebrew lament entered global popular culture in varied musical styles.
Old Testament Is Layered Compilation
- The Old Testament is a complex compilation of texts written and edited across many centuries.
- It contains layers with differing views and names for God, showing a long redaction process.
Documentary Hypothesis Explains Contradictions
- The Documentary Hypothesis reconstructs multiple sources (J, E, D, P) underlying the Pentateuch.
- Modern scholarship accepts a composite origin even if models vary today.