In the Market with Janet Parshall Hour 2: The Hebrew Background of the New Testament
Nov 29, 2025
Dr. Eli Lizorkin-Eyzenberg, an Israeli biblical scholar and educator, delves into the rich Jewish context of the New Testament. He discusses the importance of rereading scripture to uncover original meanings and shares insights on Jesus' sayings through the lens of Jewish customs. The conversation highlights gratitude as a natural response to understanding life through Christ, with practical advice for cultivating thankfulness during the holidays. Eli also reframes biblical characters like Judah and Tamar, emphasizing their significant roles in ongoing narratives.
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Re-Read Scripture In Its Original Context
- Re-reading the Bible with its original Jewish context recovers authors' intended meaning.
- Dr. Eli Lizorkin-Eyzenberg argues cultural, linguistic, and historical context narrows interpretation gaps across 2,000 years.
Burial Customs Clarify A Tough Saying
- Jewish burial customs explain Jesus' line "let the dead bury the dead" more plausibly.
- Dr. Eli connects second burials and ossuaries to reveal a cultural reading that changes the verse's meaning.
Tamar's Risk and Judah's Moral Growth
- Tamar staged a risky plan to secure her legal rights and forced Judah to own his failure.
- Dr. Eli describes her humiliation, proof, and Judah's growth that led to his later leadership role.