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Alastair's Adversaria

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Jan 1, 2025 • 19min

Our God Contracted to a Span

The following was first published over on my Substack: https://argosy.substack.com/p/43-our-god-contracted-to-a-span. Follow my Substack, the Anchored Argosy at https://argosy.substack.com/. See my latest podcasts at https://adversariapodcast.com/. If you have enjoyed my videos and podcasts, please tell your friends. If you are interested in supporting my videos and podcasts and my research more generally, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or by buying books for my research on Amazon (www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/3…3O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035.
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Dec 26, 2024 • 42min

You Shall Call His Name Joshua

The following was first published over on the Theopolis website: https://theopolisinstitute.com/you-shall-call-his-name-joshua/. Follow my Substack, the Anchored Argosy at https://argosy.substack.com/. See my latest podcasts at https://adversariapodcast.com/. If you have enjoyed my videos and podcasts, please tell your friends. If you are interested in supporting my videos and podcasts and my research more generally, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or by buying books for my research on Amazon (www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/3…3O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035.
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Dec 19, 2024 • 29min

Did David Rape Bathsheba?

Within this podcast, I mention the following article: Ezra Sivan, 'The King’s Great Cover-Up and Great Confession': https://thelehrhaus.com/scholarship/the-kings-great-cover-up-and-great-confession/ James Jordan, 'Bathsheba: The Real Story': https://www.biblicalhorizons.com/biblical-horizons/no-93-bathsheba-the-real-story/ Alastair Roberts, 'The Reopened Wounds of David': https://theopolisinstitute.com/the-reopened-wounds-of-jacob/ Alastair Roberts, 'David and His Household in Genesis 38': https://argosy.substack.com/i/102907103/david-and-his-household-in-genesis. James Bejon, 'How does biblical narrative depict the exploitation of power?': https://www.psephizo.com/biblical-studies/how-does-biblical-narrative-depict-the-exploitation-of-power/ Peter Leithart, 'David's Pharaoh Moment': https://theopolisinstitute.com/leithart_post/davids-pharaoh-moment/ Follow my Substack, the Anchored Argosy at https://argosy.substack.com/. See my latest podcasts at https://adversariapodcast.com/. If you have enjoyed my videos and podcasts, please tell your friends. If you are interested in supporting my videos and podcasts and my research more generally, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or by buying books for my research on Amazon (www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/3…3O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035.
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Dec 18, 2024 • 7min

Advent Absence

The following was first published over on The Anchored Argosy Substack: https://argosy.substack.com/p/42-an-obituary-and-advent. Follow my Substack, the Anchored Argosy at https://argosy.substack.com/. See my latest podcasts at https://adversariapodcast.com/. If you have enjoyed my videos and podcasts, please tell your friends. If you are interested in supporting my videos and podcasts and my research more generally, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or by buying books for my research on Amazon (www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/3…3O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035.
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Dec 12, 2024 • 16min

Advent Hermeneutics

Dive into the fascinating world of biblical hermeneutics as it intersects with the Advent season. The discussion critiques narrow interpretations and emphasizes the importance of historical context alongside contemporary relevance. It also explores the dynamic process of understanding scripture through time, encouraging a spirit of anticipation for deeper revelations. By contrasting spatial and temporal metaphors, the conversation invites listeners to rethink their approach to Holy Scriptures.
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Dec 5, 2024 • 11min

Psalm-Singing and Our Encounter with Scripture

The following was first published over on The Anchored Argosy Substack: https://argosy.substack.com/p/14-coronation. Within it, I mention a talk I gave at a Shrewsbury Psalm Roar event: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CS3SftXtXnU&ab_channel=StGeorge%27sChurch. Sign up for my forthcoming Davenant Hall course on the Psalms here: https://davenanthall.com/course/psalms-bible-miniature/. Follow my Substack, the Anchored Argosy at https://argosy.substack.com/. See my latest podcasts at https://adversariapodcast.com/. If you have enjoyed my videos and podcasts, please tell your friends. If you are interested in supporting my videos and podcasts and my research more generally, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or by buying books for my research on Amazon (www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/3…3O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035.
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Dec 4, 2024 • 1h 18min

Life on the Silent Planet (with Susannah Roberts, Rhys Laverty, & Jake Meador)

Rhys Laverty (Senior Editor at Ad Fontes and Senior Managing Editor of the Davenant Press), Jake Meador (Editor-in-Chief of Mere Orthodoxy), and Susannah Black Roberts (Senior Editor of Plough and my wife!) join me to discuss 'Life on the Silent Planet: Essays on Christian Living from C.S. Lewis's Ransom Trilogy': https://amzn.to/3VouL44. If you have not already done so, you should read Lewis's Ransom Trilogy: https://amzn.to/3VrP8NQ. Follow my Substack, the Anchored Argosy at https://argosy.substack.com/. See my latest podcasts at https://adversariapodcast.com/. If you have enjoyed my videos and podcasts, please tell your friends. If you are interested in supporting my videos and podcasts and my research more generally, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or by buying books for my research on Amazon (www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/3…3O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035.
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Nov 22, 2024 • 27min

It's About Time

The following was first published over on The Anchored Argosy Substack: https://argosy.substack.com/p/35-the-depths-of-time. A version of it was also published on the Theopolis website: https://theopolisinstitute.com/its-about-time/. Follow my Substack, the Anchored Argosy at https://argosy.substack.com/. See my latest podcasts at https://adversariapodcast.com/. If you have enjoyed my videos and podcasts, please tell your friends. If you are interested in supporting my videos and podcasts and my research more generally, please consider supporting my work on Patreon (www.patreon.com/zugzwanged), using my PayPal account (bit.ly/2RLaUcB), or by buying books for my research on Amazon (www.amazon.co.uk/hz/wishlist/ls/3…3O?ref_=wl_share). You can also listen to the audio of these episodes on iTunes: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/alastairs-adversaria/id1416351035.
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Nov 19, 2024 • 11min

Jesus the Bridegroom in John

Discover the rich marital imagery in the Gospel of John, where Jesus is likened to a bridegroom, weaving themes of love and devotion. Dive into the connections between John's Gospel and the Song of Songs, exploring moments of longing and expressive love. Uncover the interplay of Jesus, the temple, and life's garden as symbols of spiritual love. Finally, reflect on the Eucharist as a nuptial feast that embodies divine longing, inviting a deeper understanding of the profound relationship between the bride and bridegroom.
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Nov 19, 2024 • 4min

John 21: A Fitting Epilogue

Delve into the profound themes of restoration in John's Gospel. The miraculous catch of fish serves as a powerful symbol of renewal for Peter and the disciples. Explore the connection between their fishing mission and larger biblical narratives. Discover how these final scenes illuminate Christ's transformative gifts and His presence in their journey. It's a fascinating reflection on the significance of returning to one's roots and the mission that follows.

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