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Paul is one of history’s most influential and most misunderstood figures. For centuries, he’s been read as if he left Judaism behind to start a new religion. But what if that picture actually obscures who Paul really was?

In this episode of the Bridge Builders Forum Podcast, Ryan Lambert sits down with Dr. Mark Nanos, one of the pioneering voices of the Paul within Judaism perspective. For more than three decades, Dr. Nanos has challenged deeply ingrained assumptions that pit Paul against Judaism and has inspired a generation of scholars to reconsider Paul as operating within the Judaism of his day.

Together, Ryan and Mark trace the past, present, and future of the Paul within Judaism movement...from its controversial beginnings in the 1990s to its growing influence in New Testament studies today, and where the conversation is headed. They also discuss:

*Mark’s personal journey from business owner to New Testament scholar

*How translations shape the way Paul is understood

*What it means to read Galatians within Judaism (including insights from his forthcoming book)

*The profound implications this perspective has for Jewish-Christian relations

Whether you’re a longtime student of Paul or new to this conversation, this episode offers fresh insight into one of the most important debates in biblical studies today.

Mark Nanos' website: https://marknanos.com/

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