Garry Stevens

The guest, Garry Stevens, talks about the development and use of the Septuagint as a Christian text throughout history. They also discuss the differences between the Septuagint and the Masoretic text version of the book of Esther. Additionally, they explore the evolution of Halloween and its connections to religious holidays.

Guest Garry Stevens discusses how the Septuagint became an important text for early Christians. Topics include the use of Greek in the Gospels, synagogue mosaics, the Jewish population in Egypt, and the canons of the Bible.

Guest Garry Stevens, host of the History of the Bible Podcast, discusses the quest for authenticity in the Hebrew Text. They explore variations between the Septuagint and Hebrew texts, differences between the Septuagint and Dead Sea Scrolls, debates over authenticity in ancient texts, the usage of 'apocryphal' in the Septuagint, and the role of Apocryphal books in different translations and heresy debates.

Gary Stevens, historian and host of the History of the Bible Podcast, joins the show to discuss the Septuagint translation of the Old Testament. They explore the significance of the Septuagint in second temple Judaism, Christianity, and modern Judaism. They also delve into the challenges of translating texts, including the importance of maintaining the meaning and style of the original text.

Garry Stevens, host of The History in the Bible Podcast, joins to discuss the intricacies of translation and the role of different languages in the Septuagint. The Greek translation of the Hebrew Bible was needed due to Alexander the Great's conquests and the dominance of Greek in the eastern Mediterranean. The Septuagint showcases the power of translation and its impact on understanding. Next episode explores its influence on early Christian theology.