Misquoting Jesus with Bart Ehrman
Do We Have a Soul?
Apr 16, 2024
Exploring the biblical views on the soul, this podcast challenges common assumptions about its nature and existence. From the Hebrew Bible to the teachings of Jesus, the discussion delves into what salvation and eternal life truly mean. Dive into the evolution of beliefs about the soul, from ancient Jewish perspectives to modern Christian views, and the challenges in reconciling these ideas with biblical teachings.
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- Ancient Jewish beliefs intertwined the soul and body, differing from the later Christian concept of the immortal soul separate from the body.
- The Gospel of John strategically altered the timeline of Jesus' death to symbolically align with the Passover lamb imagery, emphasizing his sacrificial role.
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Understanding the Views on the Immortal Soul from Early Christianity to Modern Beliefs
Early Christians' perception of the immortal soul, rooted in the hopes of eternal salvation or torment, contrasted with the more integrated view in ancient Jewish beliefs where the soul and body are inseparable. The evolution of this belief over time, influenced by Greek philosophy and Plato's immortal soul concept, shifted the traditional Jewish perspective towards a more independent soul that persists after death.
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