Welcome to Season 7 of the Enter the Bible podcast! This season, we're diving deep into some of the Bible's most intriguing questions: Was Paul the true founder of Christianity? Is there a distinction between human and satanic evil? And who, if anyone, sits at God's left hand? Join hosts Kathryn Schifferdecker and Katie Langston and a lineup of new and returning guests as we tackle these tough topics and explore fresh perspectives on the Bible's most pressing inquiries.

We begin with a Lightning Round in which our hosts answer the listener-submitted questions:

1. Who wrote the book of Daniel? 
2. How do different Bible translations, such as the NIV, NKJV, and RSV, interpret Esther 7:7, and what is the Lutheran understanding of Haman's actions in this passage, particularly regarding the suggestion that he intended to assault the Queen?
3. How many kings attack King Jehoshaphat of Judah?
4. Were pearls common in Jesus' time, and would Israelites have been familiar with them given their scarcity in the Mediterranean?

Do you have Bible questions you would like answered? Go to our website at https://enterthebible.org/about to get started.

Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/DvnWVM69rcQ.

Welcome to Season 7 of the Enter the Bible podcast! This season, we're diving deep into some of the Bible's most intriguing questions: Was Paul the true founder of Christianity? Is there a distinction between human and satanic evil? And who, if anyone, sits at God's left hand? Join hosts Kathryn Schifferdecker and Katie Langston and a lineup of new and returning guests as we tackle these tough topics and explore fresh perspectives on the Bible's most pressing inquiries.
We begin with a Lightning Round in which our hosts answer the listener-submitted questions:
1. Who wrote the book of Daniel?  2. How do different Bible translations, such as the NIV, NKJV, and RSV, interpret Esther 7:7, and what is the Lutheran understanding of Haman's actions in this passage, particularly regarding the suggestion that he intended to assault the Queen? 3. How many kings attack King Jehoshaphat of Judah? 4. Were pearls common in Jesus' time, and would Israelites have been familiar with them given their scarcity in the Mediterranean?
Do you have Bible questions you would like answered? Go to our website at <a href="https://enterthebible.org/about">https://enterthebible.org/about</a> to get started.
Watch this episode on YouTube: <a href="https://youtu.be/DvnWVM69rcQ">https://youtu.be/DvnWVM69rcQ.</a>

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Everything you wanted to know about the Bible...but were afraid to ask.

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Lightning Round: Pearls, Daniel, Haman, and Jehoshaphat?!

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In this thought-provoking episode of the Enter the Bible podcast, hosts Kathryn Schifferdecker and Katie Langston sit down with Professor of Systematic Theology and The Northwestern Lutheran Theological Seminary Chair of Theology of Luther Seminary, Dr. Alan Padgett, to delve into the theological significance of the Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil in the Garden of Eden.

Together, they unpack the symbolism behind the trees, the complex nature of good and evil, and the profound impact of Adam and Eve's choices. The discussion also covers free will, the promise of paradise, and how humanity’s moral understanding has evolved over time. Drawing inspiration from C.S. Lewis’s reimagining of the Eden story, this episode offers deep insights into the biblical narrative and its relevance today.

#theology #eden #treeofknowledge #genesis #paradise #freewill #cslewis

Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/mkwb6IguP0U.

In this thought-provoking episode of the Enter the Bible podcast, hosts Kathryn Schifferdecker and Katie Langston sit down with Professor of Systematic Theology and The Northwestern Lutheran Theological Seminary Chair of Theology of Luther Seminary, Dr. Alan Padgett, to delve into the theological significance of the Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil in the Garden of Eden.
Together, they unpack the symbolism behind the trees, the complex nature of good and evil, and the profound impact of Adam and Eve's choices. The discussion also covers free will, the promise of paradise, and how humanity’s moral understanding has evolved over time. Drawing inspiration from C.S. Lewis’s reimagining of the Eden story, this episode offers deep insights into the biblical narrative and its relevance today.
#theology #eden #treeofknowledge #genesis #paradise #freewill #cslewis
Watch this episode on YouTube: <a href="https://youtu.be/mkwb6IguP0U">https://youtu.be/mkwb6IguP0U</a>.

Why did God place the tree of the knowledge of good and evil in the Garden of Eden?

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In episode 134, the final episode of season 6 of the Enter the Bible podcast, co-hosts Kathryn Schifferdecker and Katie Langston discuss a series of audience-submitted questions in a lightning-round episode with guest Dr. Rolf Jacobson.

Rolf Jacobson is Professor of Old Testament at Luther Seminary and Dean of the Faculty. He has served as co-host of Working Preacher's Sermon Brainwave and Narrative Lectionary podcasts. 

Questions addressed in this Lightning Round:


Who was Cyrus?
What is the significance of the cords in Ezekiel 4:8?
In Luke 4:14-30, did Jesus read in the synagogue from the Septuagint in Greek or from a Hebrew scroll?
Why did Jesus' miracles happen on the sabbath day?

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In episode 134, the final episode of season 6 of the Enter the Bible podcast, co-hosts Kathryn Schifferdecker and Katie Langston discuss a series of audience-submitted questions in a lightning-round episode with guest Dr. Rolf Jacobson.
Rolf Jacobson is Professor of Old Testament at Luther Seminary and Dean of the Faculty. He has served as co-host of Working Preacher's Sermon Brainwave and Narrative Lectionary podcasts. 
Questions addressed in this Lightning Round:
<ul>
<li>
Who was Cyrus?
</li>
<li>What is the significance of the cords in Ezekiel 4:8?</li>
<li>In Luke 4:14-30, did Jesus read in the synagogue from the Septuagint in Greek or from a Hebrew scroll?</li>
<li>Why did Jesus' miracles happen on the sabbath day?</li>
</ul>
Do you have Bible questions you would like answered? Go to our website at <a href="https://enterthebible.org/about">https://enterthebible.org/about</a> to get started.
Connect with us:
<ul>
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<li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/enterthebible/">https://www.instagram.com/enterthebible/</a><a href="https://twitter.com/EnterBiblePod"></a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@enterthebiblepodcast">https://www.youtube.com/@enterthebiblepodcast</a></li>
</ul>
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Lightning Round: Cyrus? Ezekiel's cords? Jesus' reading in Hebrew? Miracles on sabbath?

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In episode 133 of the Enter the Bible podcast, co-hosts Kathryn Schifferdecker and Katie Langston discuss a series of audience-submitted questions in a lightning round episode with guest Dr. Rolf Jacobson.

Rolf Jacobson is Professor of Old Testament at Luther Seminary and Dean of the Faculty. He has served as co-host of Working Preacher's Sermon Brainwave and Narrative Lectionary podcasts. 

Questions addressed in this Lightning Round:
Where did Cain get his wife? What is the background of her ancestry?
Can you put some perspective to the old, old age of the humans referenced in Genesis ... 900+ yrs?!?
Who wrote the book of Joshua? Who wrote First Chronicles?
Why weren't the children of Israel born in the wilderness circumcised during the wilderness experience? Why wait until after getting to Gilgal?

Additionally, the following links are referenced in the podcast:
ETB episode 4.90 "Which version of 2 Chronicles is correct?" https://enterthebible.org/audio/4-07-which-version-of-2-chronicles-is-correct
Torah.com answer referenced: https://www.thetorah.com/article/why-didnt-the-israelites-circumcise-in-the-wilderness

Do you have Bible questions you would like answered? Go to our website at https://enterthebible.org/about to get started.

Connect with us:
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Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/7r1VOmcY_ZA

In episode 133 of the Enter the Bible podcast, co-hosts Kathryn Schifferdecker and Katie Langston discuss a series of audience-submitted questions in a lightning round episode with guest Dr. Rolf Jacobson.
Rolf Jacobson is Professor of Old Testament at Luther Seminary and Dean of the Faculty. He has served as co-host of Working Preacher's Sermon Brainwave and Narrative Lectionary podcasts. 
Questions addressed in this Lightning Round:
<ul>
<li>Where did Cain get his wife? What is the background of her ancestry?</li>
<li>Can you put some perspective to the old, old age of the humans referenced in Genesis ... 900+ yrs?!?</li>
<li>Who wrote the book of Joshua? Who wrote First Chronicles?</li>
<li>Why weren't the children of Israel born in the wilderness circumcised during the wilderness experience? Why wait until after getting to Gilgal?</li>
</ul>
Additionally, the following links are referenced in the podcast:
<ul>
<li>ETB episode 4.90 "Which version of 2 Chronicles is correct?" <a href="https://enterthebible.org/audio/4-07-which-version-of-2-chronicles-is-correct">https://enterthebible.org/audio/4-07-which-version-of-2-chronicles-is-correct</a></li>
<li>Torah.com answer referenced: <a href="https://www.thetorah.com/article/why-didnt-the-israelites-circumcise-in-the-wilderness">https://www.thetorah.com/article/why-didnt-the-israelites-circumcise-in-the-wilderness</a></li>
</ul>
Do you have Bible questions you would like answered? Go to our website at <a href="https://enterthebible.org/about">https://enterthebible.org/about</a> to get started.
Connect with us:
<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/enterthebible">https://www.facebook.com/enterthebible</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.instagram.com/enterthebible/">https://www.instagram.com/enterthebible/</a><a href="https://twitter.com/EnterBiblePod"></a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.youtube.com/@enterthebiblepodcast">https://www.youtube.com/@enterthebiblepodcast</a></li>
</ul>
Watch this episode on YouTube: <a href="https://youtu.be/7r1VOmcY_ZA">https://youtu.be/7r1VOmcY_ZA</a>

Lightning Round: Cain's wife? Long life? Joshua? Second circumcision?

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Lightning Round: Pearls, Daniel, Haman, and Jehoshaphat?!

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