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Data Over Dogma
Episode 49: Christian Slavery with Candida Moss
Mar 11, 2024
Exploring Christian slavery in the Bible, Dr. Candida Moss reveals the role of enslaved people in writing and editing biblical texts. Did enslaved individuals shape your favorite Bible passages? Unveiling uncomfortable truths about Christianity's involvement in slavery and early Christian history. Reimagining Jesus through symbolism challenges perceptions and highlights the labor of unseen workers.
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- Enslaved individuals played crucial roles in writing and editing passages of the Bible, challenging traditional authorship beliefs.
- Invisible workers, both historical and contemporary, deserve recognition for their essential contributions to society and labor practices.
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