OnScript David A. Lambert – How Repentance Became Biblical
Feb 10, 2016
David A. Lambert, Assistant Professor of Religious Studies, discusses how repentance evolved in Jewish and Christian narratives. Topics include 'chuva' in rabbinic Judaism, linguistic nuances of 'shuv', biblical practices like fasting and mourning, and the role of prophets in moral transformation.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Exploring the Significance of Repentance in Jewish and Christian Narratives
01:50 • 8min
Exploring the Multi-dimensional Context of the Hebrew term 'shuv'
09:54 • 3min
Interpreting Biblical Practices: Fasting and Mourning
12:49 • 9min
Exploring the Concept of Repentance in the Bible
21:28 • 23min
Exploring the Shift in Focus from Historical Origins to Interpretation Methods
44:41 • 5min