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Misquoting Moses with Joel Baden

Chris Huntley
Hebrew Bible
Ten Commandments
Deuteronomy
Archaeology
YHWH
Biblical Genealogies
Deuteronomistic History
Exodus
Ancient Israel
Pentateuch
Bart Ehrman
Joel Baden
Anonymous Text / Authorship
Genesis 1 and Genesis 2
Four Sources (P, J, E, D)
Monolatry
Ancient Near East
Flood Narratives
Genesis Creation
Canaanites

Who wrote the Hebrew Bible, when, and why? Why does it contain so many competing perspectives and why do scholars sometimes disagree about what its words originally meant? In Misquoting Moses, Yale professor Joel Baden and co-host Megan Kraege explore the surprising history, authorship, translation, and interpretation of the Hebrew Bible. Each week, they bring the questions and evidence scholars h... more

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Moses ascends the mountain to commune with God. With their leader gone, the people of Israel awaiting his return in the desert panic, so his brother does what anyone would in that situation. He fashions a golden idol shaped like a calf out of everyon... more

Generation after generation, begat after begat, lists of names stretching on for what feels like endless chapters. I'm not talking about the The Silmarillion or even The Iliad. If you have ever tried to read the Bible straight through from cover to c... more

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Abraham prayed to El Shaddai. Moses encountered a burning bush revealing the personal name YHWH. Solomon built a temple for a national God who allegedly lived in a cloud of thick darkness. If you line up every description of God in the early books of... more

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Recent Guests

Joel Baden
Hebrew Bible scholar
Yale University (Professor)
Episode: Prophecy in the Hebrew Bible
Andrew Tabalowski
Academic scholar featured in Scholar Spotlight; works on biblical and Greek literature
College of William and Mary
Episode: What the Bible Stole from Babylon
Bart Ehrman
Author of Misquoting Jesus; scholar joining as guest to discuss translation and reception
Bar-Ilan? (context suggests Bart Ehrman team; primarily Bart Ehrman as scholar/author)
Episode: The Bible Doesn't Start the Way You Think | Inaugural Episode of "Misquoting Moses" with Joel Baden

Hosts

Megan Kraege
Host of Misquoting Moses; co-host and community organizer for Biblical Studies Academy; affiliated with Bart Ehrman-related platform and related projects.
Joel Baden
Hebrew Bible scholar; professor with strong Yale University affiliation.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 152 ratings
  • Dr. Baden is Great!

    I am really glad Dr. Baden now has a broadcast. I greatly appreciate his scholarly viewpoint on all things Hebrew Bible and hope his podcast continues! My only complaint is with the “host” - she does too much talking, often interrupts Joel while he is explaining something, and injects too much of her own opinions. I much prefer the format used by Megan Lewis as host of the “Misquoting Jesus” podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    only1thing
    United States8 days ago
  • Depth and humor

    The Hebrew Bible is so vast that any question or any particular podcast can only cover a fraction of everything that needs to be uncovered and discovered. Dr. Baden has such a breath of knowledge that he is able to bring many different approaches to each segment of the podcast. He also has an interaction style with Megan that lifts up humor in the midst of an ocean of information.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Olpit3
    United States8 days ago
  • LOVE!!

    I CANNOT get enough of Joel and Megan! From this podcast to the lectures on BSA, I just can’t get enough. Not only is the information they share incredibly fascinating, but their personalities make it impossible not to keep coming back for more!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bethd322
    United States16 days ago
  • Stellar!

    I am loving this podcast! Thank you so much for all the wonderful content! Please don’t ever stop doing this … EVER! ;-)

    Seriously, though, Dr. Baden is an excellent teacher and makes the material so interesting and the learning experience fun. I look forward to each week’s podcast. If you keep making them, I’ll keep listening!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Carnemuerte
    United Statesa month ago
  • Very entertaining and informative.

    I love the pace and enthusiasm. It’s like attending a lecture for your favorite subject with your favorite prof on their best day.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    maccullt
    Canada2 months ago

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The Bible's Most Boring Chapters Are Its Best Propaganda
Q: Was child sacrifice actually common in the ancient world?
Baden says child sacrifice existed and was probably practiced in Israel, but was not common in either the ancient world or ancient Israel. He argues that the Bible does not command it, while acknowledging scholarly disagreement.
The Bible's Most Boring Chapters Are Its Best Propaganda
Q: Do we think that the Pentateuch we have contains all of material in the four sources or is it likely that some chunks were left out?
Baden says the sources have gaps, evident when characters appear without introductions or when expected births and deaths are absent. Some material may have been omitted during compilation, while other sections may already have been missing or damaged on scrolls.
One Editor Rewrote Israel's History
Q: What makes the King James Bible a bad translation of the Hebrew Bible?
Baden says it is beautiful and historically influential, but it predates major discoveries about the Ancient Near East and its languages. It reflects limited linguistic context, was influenced by Jerome's Latin translation, and deliberately uses archaic-sounding English.
One Editor Rewrote Israel's History
Q: What is the Deuteronomistic history?
It refers to Joshua, Judges, Samuel and Kings, tracing events from Moses' death through the conquest and destruction of Judah and the exile. The books share a Deuteronomy-like theological framework that interprets Israel's fortunes through its obedience to Yahweh.
God's Real Name Isn't in Your Bible
Q: What does God's personal name YHWH mean?
Baden says YHWH may mean something like “he causes to be” or “he brings into being.” He argues that “Ehyeh asher ehyeh” is not the divine name, but may be a punning, exasperated response to Moses; the following verse identifies YHWH as the name.

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A thoughtful, scholarship-driven show that explores who wrote the Hebrew Bible, how texts were formed, copied, and interpreted, and why there are multiple perspectives within biblical literature. Episodes routinely compare ancient manuscripts, dating methods, and editorial strands (such as the Dead Sea Scrolls, Septuagint, and Masoretic Text) to illuminate how readers encounter canon, translation, and interpretation. A notable strength is the blend of rigorous analysis with accessible conversation, plus occasional provocative takes that challenge conventional views of what “the Bible” is. The format often features direct guest expertise from Hebrew Bible scholars, delivering practical takes that appeal to students, teachers, and curious lay... more

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