The SkyePod The SkyePod - Temple Theology (Rerelease)
Aug 8, 2025
Carmen Imes, an Old Testament scholar and author, delves into the intricate relationship between the Temple and ancient Egyptian religious influences. She tackles fascinating questions like the purpose of the New Jerusalem's cubic shape and the reasons behind defaced Egyptian statues. Imes also highlights the communal aspects of temple theology, examining how this ancient practice shapes modern faith and church dynamics. Her insights illuminate the connection between Genesis creation imagery and sacred space, enriching our understanding of divine presence.
AI Snips
Chapters
Books
Transcript
Episode notes
Why The Church Still Matters
- Carmen's Becoming God's Family argues church matters because God's presence gathers people in community.
- She recovers communal biblical expectations against individualistic modern readings.
Temple Solves Eden's Alienation
- The tabernacle/temple is God's way to dwell with alienated humanity from Eden onward.
- New Testament reinterprets this: Christ and the church become God's dwelling among people.
Christ And Church Replace The Temple
- Jesus identifies himself as the temple and Paul sees the church as God's dwelling.
- The Spirit democratizes access so 'kingdom of priests' replaces ritual purity barriers.
