

#100 Why Did God Command the Canaanite Conquest? With Clay Jones
7 snips Mar 14, 2021
Clay Jones, an expert on complex biblical topics, joins to tackle the contentious Canaanite Conquest. He challenges the narrative of divine genocide, exploring the historical context and moral corruption that influenced these biblical commands. The discussion unveils various interpretations of God's justice and child sacrifice while reflecting on the implications of trauma and familial bonds. Jones encourages listeners to engage thoughtfully with these difficult subjects, emphasizing the need for humility in understanding ancient scripture.
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Conquest as Judgment
- The Canaanite conquest wasn't genocide, but divine judgment or capital punishment.
- God applied the same standards to the Israelites, demonstrating a focus on sin, not ethnicity.
Canaanite Depravity
- Clay Jones shares Canaanite texts depicting Baal raping his sister (in calf form) repeatedly.
- This illustrates Canaanite acceptance of combined rape, incest, and bestiality, reflecting their gods' actions.
Sodom and Gomorrah's Fate
- Sodom and Gomorrah, Canaanite cities, were destroyed because they lacked even ten righteous people.
- God's mercy is evident, as he spared Lot and his family, highlighting judgment's necessity.