Anna Sieges-Beal

The guests are Anna Sieges-Beal, an expert on the minor prophets; Cynthia Shafer-Elliott, specializing in Hebrew Bible and archaeology; and Aaron Higashi, focusing on Persian-era texts. They tackle the relevance of the Hebrew Bible for Christians, dissect archaeological evidence versus biblical narratives, and explore the interplay between key stories like the Exodus and Israelite exile. They delve into the symbolic significance of Genesis and argue for the enduring moral lessons the Old Testament offers in today's world.