Data Over Dogma

Dr. Jennifer Bird, author of Marriage in the Bible, sheds light on biblical conceptions of marriage, debunking the oversimplified notion of 'one man, one woman.' Topics include debates on biblical marriage, objectification of women, power dynamics, societal constructs, double standards in church upbringing, polygamy in the Bible, selective focus on passages, translation of 'Pornea,' and Augustine's influence on Christian views of sex.

It's one of the most baffling moments of the new testament. Jesus talks to, and kills, foliage. Because he was hungry, and it was out of season, so it didn't have fruit. Dr. Dan does his best to make it make sense.Then we get into some really fascinating textual analysis! Don't let the fancy name intimidate you, this dive into deutero-Isaiah is super interesting. What do you think? Do you buy the hypothesis? Many have challenged the idea, but the Deut abides.For early access to an ad-free version of the show, exclusive content, and an opportunity to support our work, please consider becoming a monthly patron at:https://www.patreon.com/DataOverDogma    Follow us on the various social media places:https://www.facebook.com/DataOverDogmaPodhttps://www.twitter.com/data_over_dogma Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this podcast, the hosts tackle the question of whether Jesus is God, exploring the gospel of John and its implications. They also delve into the concept of the Trinity, its origins, and the debate around it. The chapters discuss the significance of 'I am' in connection to Jesus, the divine name in relation to angels and exalted humans, and Jesus' claim to existence before Abraham. They also explore the concept of oneness between God and Jesus and discuss metaphors for the Trinity.

Uncovering Noah in his tent, the curse of Ham and biblical interpretations, exploring the traditions and interpretations of dressing modestly, and the double standards in conversations about modesty.

In this podcast, Joel McHale, a believing Christian in Hollywood, joins the hosts to discuss his experience. They also delve into the intriguing story of the necromancer of Endor and the challenges of harmonizing different stories in the Bible. The role of prophets, mediums, and wizards in ancient Israel is explored, along with the enjoyment of engaging with the Bible on its own terms.

In this podcast, they discuss the Book of Revelation, its manuscripts, vivid descriptions, and symbolism. They explore the letters to the churches in Asia, debate the literalness of angel descriptions, and examine the concept of deification. They also cover the authority of the book and its surprising endorsement.

Dr. Eric Vanden Eykel, an expert in Magi, joins the podcast to dispel common myths about the mysterious wise men who visited baby Jesus. They discuss the enigmatic story of the Magi in the Gospel of Matthew, the Greek word 'Magoi' used to describe them, and their possible function in informing Herod about Jesus's birth. The significance of the magi as an outside confirmation of Jesus's divinity and royal lineage is explored along with the origin and symbolism of the three kings in the Christmas story.

A physicist? On a Bible podcast? At Christmas time? Well, there are a couple of ways that could go!This week, we welcome Dr. Aaron Adair onto the show. Dr. Adair's book, The Star of Bethlehem: A Skeptical View, discusses the famous star that led the wise men to baby Jesus in the book of Matthew. What could such a star have been? Is there a known heavenly body that could be used to guide someone to a specific place? How did it appear?Well, we got the guy who wrote the book on the subject, so buckle up. This one's going to be fun!For early access to an ad-free version of the show, exclusive content, and an opportunity to support our work, please consider becoming a monthly patron at:https://www.patreon.com/DataOverDogma    Follow us on the various social media places:https://www.facebook.com/DataOverDogmaPodhttps://www.twitter.com/data_over_dogma Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week we're joined by Dr. Jacob Wright of Emory University. His new book Why the Bible Began leaves aside the questions of who wrote the Bible, what it is, when it was written, and how the Bible came to us, and instead focuses on the why. Why did the writings of this one small group of people survive and persist, when the records of much larger and more successful empires were often buried, forgotten, or lost to time?For early access to an ad-free version of the show, exclusive content, and an opportunity to support our work, please consider becoming a monthly patron at:https://www.patreon.com/DataOverDogma    Follow us on the various social media places:https://www.facebook.com/DataOverDogmaPodhttps://www.twitter.com/data_over_dogma Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on Data Over Dogma, Matthew and Paul discuss the authorship of the Bible, including who wrote the gospel of Matthew and the Pauline epistles. They delve into the complexities of the authorship of the Gospel of John, explore the identities of the authors of the New Testament, and address the disputed authorship of certain Pauline epistles. They also touch on the selective interpretation of religious texts and the neglect of women's rights.