Category: NT
Men as Trees Walking (Mark 8)
What do you think about the vision of walking trees in Mark 8:24?
I know that trees are symbol of men in typology. But why they are walking? What does that mean?
Theopolis Podcast: Introduction (The Gospel of John)
Peter Leithart and I are joined by Jeff Meyers for a new series on the first half of the Gospel of John. In this episode we introduce the book, some of its themes and characteristics, and how it relates to the Synoptics.
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Jesus and the Water in the Wilderness
Following up on my earlier discussion of Miriam’s provision of water in the wilderness, I discuss the New Testament’s use of the Exodus water stories.
Miriam, Deliverer of Her People
I discuss the significance of Miriam in the story of the Exodus, suggesting that she is much more important than commonly recognized.
The Creation Days and the Seven Signs of John
Is there a legitimate connection between Jesus’ 7 signs in John 1-11 and the creation week in Genesis 1-3?
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Why Does Revelation Use So Much Symbolism?
Why does the Book of Revelation use so much symbolism? Some reasons might perhaps include: to hide its meaning from outsiders, to describe the ineffable, to point out the inner reality of what’s being described, and so on. Are these correct? What other purposes might there be for the symbolism in Revelation? I’d love to hear your thoughts on this.
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Theopolis Podcast: The Tenth Word (Ten Words)
Peter Leithart and I conclude the Theopolis podcast series on the Ten Words, with an episode upon the tenth word—you shall not covet. Within it we explore the significance of the commandment and how it affords us a new vantage point from which we can see all of the others.
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Theopolis Podcast: The Seventh Word (Ten Words)
Peter Leithart and I continue the latest Theopolis podcast series on the Ten Words, focusing this week upon the seventh word—you shall not commit adultery.
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