L. Daniel Hawk

Daniel Hawk, a Professor of Old Testament and Hebrew, dives into the controversial topic of divine violence in Scripture. He explores the themes of violence in the Old Testament, particularly in Joshua, while emphasizing narrative criticism for deeper theological understanding. Hawk suggests that divine anger is different from human violence and discusses the historical context with insights from early church fathers like Origen. The conversation also touches on God's compassionate shift towards marginalized individuals, linking Old and New Testament portrayals.