Ask NT Wright Anything #209 Israel and the Second Coming (Replay)
Mar 7, 2024
Exploring the theological significance of Israel, the complexities of the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, and evangelical support for Israel in relation to biblical prophecy are some of the engaging topics discussed in this episode.
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Jerusalem's Significance
- Tom Wright finds Jerusalem geographically and culturally unique.
- He believes it's the center of the world, contrary to Western-centric maps.
The Holy Land
- The New Testament suggests the whole world is God's Holy Land after Jesus' resurrection.
- The idea of a specific Holy Land location is a theological misinterpretation.
Zionism
- Tom Wright disagrees with the Zionist view that Israel's establishment fulfills prophecy.
- He believes this view stems from de-Judaized Christianity.