Sarah Emanuel

Assistant Professor of Theological Studies at Loyola Marymount University and co-host of the podcast Feminist Talk Religion; scholar specializing in the Jewishness of Christian origins and the relationship among text, culture, and identity.

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Oct 20, 2025 • 51min

[Bible] Episode 312: Sarah Emanuel - The Meaning of Messiah

In this engaging discussion, Sarah Emanuel, an Assistant Professor of Theological Studies specializing in the Jewish roots of Christianity, dives into the intricate meaning of 'Messiah.' She unpacks early Israelite beliefs about a deliverer, elucidates the influence of Hellenistic thought, and addresses misconceptions surrounding the term today. Sarah highlights the political dimensions of messianic hopes and the diverse expectations during Jesus' era, showing how context shaped the concept across different texts and traditions.

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