The Deeper Bible Podcast

Liberation Theology, the Exodus, and the Love of God (Special Guest: Jon D. Levenson)

Episode Summary

Jon D. Levenson, Professor of Jewish Studies at Harvard University, joins Deeper for a wide-ranging discussion about Liberation Theology, the book of Exodus, and the surprising ways that biblical themes like election and covenant contribute to our under- standing of God’s love.

Episode Notes

To see the video version of this Podcast, go to: https://youtu.be/sIUghaDKE_8?si=kCzuU2IlY1pkix91

 

Books by Jon D. Levenson:

Sinai and Zion: An Entry into the Jewish Bible

The Death and Resurrection of the Beloved Son: The Transformation of Child Sacri-fice in Judaism and Christianity

Resurrection and the Restoration of Israel: The Ultimate Victory of the God of Life

Resurrection: The Power of God for Christians and Jews

Inheriting Abraham: The Legacy of the Patriarch in Judaism, Christianity & Islam

Esther (Commentary in The Old Testament Library Series)

Creation and the Persistence of Evil: The Jewish Drama of Divine Omnipotence

• The Love of God: Divine Gift, Human Gratitude, and Mutual Faithfulness in Juda-ism

The Hebrew Bible, the Old Testament, and Historical Criticism