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A Podcast of Biblical Proportions

Gil Kidron
Exodus
Yahweh
Hebrew Bible
Deuteronomy
Moses
Babylonian Captivity
Passover
Judaism
Maccabees
Leviticus
Jeremiah
Persian Empire
Babylon
Zoroastrianism
Hebrews
Yom Kippur
Ezra
Academia
Egypt
Bible

You can learn a lot about authors from the stories they write. Even biblical authors. Biblical authors were regular people, like you and I, even though their stories, poems and laws have gone on to shape our world. They lived in very dramatic times, which is why their texts are so dramatic. Join Hebrew-speaking writer and editor Gil Kidron on a journey of biblical proportions, going over the bibli... more

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The main layer of the book of Joshua depicts a man who returned the nation to its land and gave it to the people. This is a story based on the real Hebrew Founding Father, Shimon Thassi

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In this episode, we go over the Joshua stories based on the exploits of Yonatan Apphus the Beloved of Maccabean times

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An excerpt from Gil's new exclusive series on Patreon, reading out the dramatic chapters of 1 Maccabees. For the full episode click here

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The battles of Joshua the military leader are strikingly similar to those of a real-life Hebrew military leader, Judah the Maccabee

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Recent Guests

Rutger Vos
Guest, expert on The Odyssey and Greek material
Episode: The Odyssey vs the Bible: Storytelling and Historytelling
Jonathan Friedman
Scholar of ancient Hebrew and Jewish music; vice president of the Ezra Institute; associate professor at the International Institute for Secular Humanistic Judaism
Ezree Institute; International Institute for Secular Humanistic Judaism; Western States Jewish History Association; Jewish Museum of the American West; Amusing Jews
Episode: Collab: The Torah in the Last 2,000 Years
Garry Stevens
From History in the Bible Podcast
History in the Bible Podcast
Episode: Collab: From Chronicles to 2 Maccabees
Kat Hadzadiq
Patreon contributor, guest on episode
Patreon supporters
Episode: 105 - The Death of Moses
Jason Hadzadiq
Patreon contributor, guest on episode
Patreon supporters
Episode: 105 - The Death of Moses
Dr. Jonathan Friedman
Scholar of Ancient Hebrew and Jewish music, expert in music in the Hebrew Bible
Academy for Jewish Religion, California
Episode: Collab: Ancient Hebrew Music
Gary Stevens
Frequent collaborator and host of The History in the Bible Podcast
The History in the Bible Podcast
Episode: Collab: Jeremiah in Hebrew vs Ancient Greek
Dr. Rutger Vos
Researcher from the University of Leiden and the Dutch Natural History Museum specializing in AI and machine learning.
University of Leiden, Dutch Natural History Museum
Episode: Collab: New AI Research into Biblical Authors Supports our Theories
Dr. Barnea
Lecturer in Jewish History and Biblical Studies specializing in Hebrew religion in Persian times
University of Haifa
Episode: Scholar Rejects My Exodus Hypothesis

Host

Gil Kidron
Host of A Podcast of Biblical Proportions, focused on Hebrew-language analysis of biblical texts and their historical contexts.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 245 ratings
  • So informative

    I love this podcast. It teaches me and makes me laugh. Perfect combination!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Fiona Rue
    United States2 months ago
  • A Bible That Makes Sense — Finally

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    Gil does what no rabbi, Hebrew school teacher, or biblical scholar ever did for me — he explains who actually wrote the Bible, when, and why, and suddenly every contradiction, duplicate story, and head-scratching passage I struggled with since childhood makes sense. The two creation stories, the two Yahwehs, God's shifting personality, characters who appear and vanish — none of it is primitive mystery or ancient confusion. It's sophisticated literary and political commentary by identifiable ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Babkah
    United States2 months ago
  • Bible curiosity

    This podcast is like a salve on mu burning curiosity of the Bible. It’s both academic and amusing. Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Angi10
    United Statesa year ago
  • Alpha and omega

    This podcast is the best biblical podcast available. He is genius level in my opinion.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    barf-art
    United Statesa year ago
  • Excellent

    Gil does an excellent job. 5 Star podcast

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mikey Likes Podcasts
    United States2 years ago

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Core audience values rigorous research and thoughtful interpretation
Insightful and entertaining blend of scholarship and humor
Positive feedback repeatedly highlights engaging delivery and strong production quality
High-quality linguistic and historical analysis that illuminates biblical texts
Listeners praise the host's accessibility and the depth of guests

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Collab: The Torah in the Last 2,000 Years
Q: Why do Midrash and Talmudic works add backstories and adapt narratives to contemporary times?
To keep the text relevant and meaningful, rabbis expanded stories, created new characters, and folded current events into interpretation, effectively translating ancient teachings into present-day moral and legal guidance.
Collab: Ancient Hebrew Music
Q: What do we know about ancient music culture, ancient Hebrew music culture?
Ancient Hebrew music was deeply integrated into cultural and spiritual life, serving various social functions, and was prevalent across different ancient cultures as a form of storytelling and expression.
Collab: Miraculous Births in Myth
Q: Is it fair to say that the Jesus story was ripped off from other virgin births?
The hosts discuss the complexity of virgin births across various cultures, pointing out that while similarities exist, each story is unique with different contexts and narrations.
Researching Zoroastrian Influences on the Hebrews (w/ Dr. Gad Barnea)
Q: What is the significance of the Persian Empire in influencing Hebrew culture?
The Persian Empire changed the cultural landscape, allowing for a blend of Zoroastrian ideals with local customs, influencing Hebrew practices significantly.
Researching Zoroastrian Influences on the Hebrews (w/ Dr. Gad Barnea)
Q: How does this connect to groups like the Pharisees or Sadducees?
Yawism is an overarching worship of Yahweh that is not necessarily tied to any specific sect like Pharisees or Sadducees, which came later with authoritative texts and laws.

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Interviews and deep-dive conversations explore biblical texts through historical, linguistic, and literary lenses. Episodes frequently examine authorship, textual variants, and the evolution of biblical interpretation from ancient to modern times, often pairing Hebrew language insights with comparisons to translations and broader cultural contexts. The show stands out for its rigorous original-language analysis, engaging host banter, and willingness to connect ancient narratives to contemporary questions about identity, culture, and religion.

Listeners can expect thoughtful, scholarly yet accessible discussions, with guests ranging from biblical scholars to Patreon contributors, all contributing to a nuanced, human-centered view of biblica... more

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