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Paul and the Resurrection of Israel with Jason Staples

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Jan 17, 2024

Jason Staples, Assistant Teaching Professor in the Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies at NC State University, discusses the difference between Israel and Jew in relation to difficult texts in Romans. He explores the distinction between Jews and Israelites during the Second Temple period and the connection between Paul's writings and the prophets in the Old Testament. Staples also delves into the imagery of God as a potter in Romans 9-11 and the significance of Gentile inclusion and Hosea's quotes. He analyzes the concept of the fullness of the nations and its relation to the salvation of Israel, as well as the identity of Israel and its relationship with non-Jews.

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Introduction

00:00 • 5min

The Distinction Between Jews and Israelites

04:59 • 11min

The Connection Between Paul's Writings and the Prophets in the Old Testament

15:31 • 32min

God as a Potter: A Responsive and Interactive Being

48:01 • 8min

Gentile Inclusion and Hosea's Quotes

55:33 • 25min

The Fullness of the Nations and the Salvation of Israel

01:20:52 • 6min

Israel and Non-Jews: Exploring Inclusion and Exclusion

01:26:56 • 8min

Exploring the Identity of Israel and its Relationship with God

01:34:52 • 2min

This is a republished episode with Dr. Jason Staples. Staples recently published a new book called "Paul and the Resurrection of Israel: Jews, Former Gentiles, Israelites" (Cambridge University Press, 2023). In this episode, Jason shared many of the ideas that appear in the new book before it was published.

Jason Staples is Assistant Teaching Professor in the Department of Philosophy and Religious Studies at NC State University. He’s the author of two books, The Idea of Israel in Second Temple Judaism, published with Cambridge University Press in 2021, and Paul and the Resurrection of Israel, which will come out next year, also with Cambridge University press. He also has worked in sports media for fifteen years, used to coach football, and does voiceover work to ensure his family can survive, and he will be launching the BiblePod podcast in the next few months. Jason discusses the difference between Ισραήλ (Israel) and Ἰουδαῖος (Jew) and how it relates to difficult texts like Romans 2:13, Romans 9:19-22, and Romans 11:25-26. Show notes: - "The Idea of Israel in Second Temple Judaism: A New Theory of People, Exile, and Israelite Identity" (Cambridge University Press, 2021): https://www.cambridge.org/core/books/idea-of-israel-in-second-temple-judaism/CB65E50538F8CC4E48C5294FDE445A58 - "Paul and the Resurrection of Israel: Jews, Former Gentiles, Israelites" (Cambridge University Press, 2023): https://www.cambridge.org/core/books/paul-and-the-resurrection-of-israel/E88A324A84EB7F7533F23817E4FF17AD - "Vessels of Wrath and God’s Pathos: Potter/Clay Imagery in Rom 9:20–23": https://www.cambridge.org/core/journals/harvard-theological-review/article/vessels-of-wrath-and-gods-pathos-potterclay-imagery-in-rom-92023/10212C0E6F1B7E444E80CB3CDD58D106 - "What Do the Gentiles Have to Do with "All Israel"? A Fresh Look at Romans 11:25-27": https://static1.squarespace.com/static/569543b4bfe87360795306d6/t/5a4d463053450af960807100/1515013716367/12Staples.pdf As always, this episode is brought to you by Biblingo, the premier solution for learning, maintaining, and enjoying the biblical languages. Visit biblingo.org to learn more and start your 10-day free trial. If you enjoy this episode, be sure to subscribe on your favorite podcast app and leave us a review. You can also follow Biblingo on social media @biblingoapp to discuss the episode with us and other listeners.