Jeremiah Unterman, the academic editor of The Koren Tanakh of the Land of Israel series, shares his insights on interpreting the Hebrew Bible through a modern lens. He discusses the integration of ancient Near Eastern scholarship with the original text, bringing historical context to biblical narratives. Unterman touches on the evolution of divinity from local deities to a universal Creator and explores Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks' unique translation techniques. His journey in academia highlights the collaborative approach to bringing Genesis and its themes of adoption and adaptation to life.

Jeremiah Unterman, the academic editor of The Koren Tanakh of the Land of Israel, brings a wealth of knowledge in Hebrew Bible studies. He dives into the innovative approach of pairing modern scholarship with the original Hebrew text, emphasizing the contextual richness of the biblical narratives. Unterman discusses the decision to begin with Exodus, explores the intricacies of Genesis, and contrasts monotheism in the Hebrew Bible with ancient polytheism. He also highlights Rabbi Sacks' fluid translation style and shares insights on their future biblical projects.