Context Matters
Dr. Cyndi ParkerThis podcast is for people who are curious about the ancient context that influenced the final shape of the Bible…AND ALSO…how our modern context influences the way we understand the Bible and God and all things spiritual.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 209 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | EducationReligion & SpiritualityChristianity | |||
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As we set the context for the birth of Jesus, we explore the dominant voices of Jewish thought and practice at the beginning of the 1st Century CE. Dr. Nicolas Schaser from Macalester College introduces us to the sages of Hillel and Shammai - who are... more
We are in the process of exploring the context of the birth narrative of Jesus, and we have arrived at the time of the rise of Octavian. He will lead the Roman Republic into its Empire stage. But how does he do that and how does this change the Judea... more
Dr. Randal Smith is the Director of Christian Travel Study Program and a virtual encyclopedia about biblical context. We are in the process of exploring the context of the birth narrative of Jesus, and while we assume Roman domination, it wasn't alwa... more
As we start to anticipate the time of Advent and ultimately the birth of Jesus, what are some of the contextual things we should be aware of? Each historical period had an influence on God's people. To kick off the "Advent of Advent" mini-series, we ... more
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Cyndi Parker models how to engage in curious and empathetic conversations that open our minds to new ideas and our eyes to Biblical details hiding in plain sight. I wish the fascinating work being done by all these scholars would trickle down into our church communities, so I’m constantly telling people about something I learned from this podcast. I tell everyone about her Biblical geography class too. I’m encouraged to see more of these kinds of podcasts out there, but this one is really on... more
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Listening to the end of your recent podcast paid off in the most serendipitous way. A dear friend and I were speaking about our desire for peace and love for all caught in the current crisis. Much stronger words are warranted, but I choose these today.
The words of Fr David Neuhaus were extremely helpful that as a Christian and an American there is a third option. Living as Jesus, in the TENSION it does feel as if it ripping me apart at times. Yet, I want to be honest about the atrocities bein... more
Apple Podcasts5Pastor FeliciaUnited States2 years ago - Listen If You Want to Be Stretched and Enjoy It!
Dr. Cyndi Parker and her guests will stretch your thinking and you will enjoy being stretched! There aren’t many podcasts out there that are both enjoyable and transformative! Give it a try!
Apple Podcasts5stevenreallifeUnited States3 years ago - Pearls in here!
This podcast is so enlightening on so many levels! Each episode is packed with pearls of wisdom. Cindi is such a well informed and delightful host. I can’t get enough!
Apple Podcasts5Ande57
Canada4 years ago - Simply Fantastic
Thoughtful, unique, and essential … Dr. Parker curates simply fantastic conversations with fascinating guests, providing insights into rarely considered aspects of biblical conversations. You won’t want to miss an episode.
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A distinctive exploration of how both ancient and modern contexts shape spiritual understanding and biblical interpretation is at the core of this podcast. Engaging conversations often revolve around controversial and sensitive subjects such as police brutality, human sexuality, and interfaith dialogue, promoting a sense of empathy and curiosity. Featuring a diverse range of guests including scholars, artists, and practitioners, the episodes encourage listeners to reflect on their beliefs and engage in deeper dialogues about spirituality and community. Unique insights that bridge personal experience with scholarly examination create a transformative listening experience for those seeking to grow in their understanding of faith.
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5. The Holy Post
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Context Matters launched 6 years ago and published 209 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.
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Recent guests on Context Matters include:
1. Dr. Nicolas Schaser
2. Dr. Randal Smith
3. Dr. George Athas
4. Dr. Melesse Woldesadik
5. Melesse Woldetsadik
6. Andrew Stephen Damick
7. Father Andrew Stephen Damick
8. Dr. Dan Darko
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