Discovering the Old Testament, Part 30 An interlude on the historical context of Isaiah’s writings, penned when ancient Judah literally faced destruction and annihilation from a relentless, ruthless, and seemingly unstoppable Assyrian military machine. Yet it was within the very … Continue reading
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Discovering the Old Testament, Part 26 The seeds of dissent planted by Solomon came to fruition under his son Rehoboam when ten of the Israelite tribes in the north broke away and formed their own kingdom, Israel. For the next … Continue reading
Discovering the Old Testament, Part 21 Israel’s transition from a loose confederation led by charismatic leaders and judges was not easy, but seemed necessary. Samuel, the prophet who helped guide the Israel through this difficult adjustment, expressed no illusions about … Continue reading