Israel Bible Podcast Is Torah for Everyone?
May 21, 2021
Faculty explore diverse opinions on whether Torah is for Israel or everyone. They delve into Zhuangju's tale, Paul's perspective, Leviticus' equal judgment, and differences in religious practices. They discuss word studies, translations, and the universal vs. exclusive nature of Torah.
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Different Torah Laws for Groups
- The Hebrew Bible distinguishes between different community members like native-born Israelites and sojourners with different laws applying to each.
- Torah applies differently to each group, often sharing one principle but resulting in varied observances.
Torah Applies Differently Within Israel
- The Torah creates multiple categories within the Israelite people, including Levites, priests, and high priests, each with distinct rules.
- These divisions highlight that one principle can produce different observances based on category and status within the nation or community.
Understanding 'Ger' as Neighbor
- The Hebrew term 'Ger' is better translated as 'neighbor' reflecting closeness to the community, while 'Nochri' indicates more distant foreigners.
- This linguistic nuance helps understand Paul's and other first-century Jewish writings' distinctions between insiders and outsiders in the community.