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The Bible For Normal People

Peter Enns and Jared Byas
Christianity
Bible
Judaism
Islam
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Abrahamic Religions
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Spirituality
Theology
God
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Poetry
Cultural Interpretation
Speaking In Tongues
The Quran
1 & 2 Samuel
Virgin Birth
The Gospel Of Mark
Enslavement In Ancient Rome

A weekly podcast talk show having serious talks about the sacred book. Hosted by Peter Enns and Jared Byas.

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In this episode of Faith for Normal People, Jared sits down with media psychologist Dr. Angela Patterson to discuss the trends she studies in the spiritual lives of Gen Z, or people born between 1997 and 2012. Angela explains how the typical timeline... more

In this episode of The Bible for Normal People, Pete and Jared are joined by Chauncey Diego Francisco Handy to discuss the conquest narrative in the book of Joshua. Delving into what the themes of empire, displacement, a “promised land,” and identity... more

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In this reissue of The Bible for Normal People episode 56, Pete gets to the heart of the somber book of Ecclesiastes. He cautions against an optimistic reading as the author intends to question everything, even God; and explains why Ecclesiastes is h... more

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In this episode of Faith for Normal People, Pete and Jared talk with lawyer, lecturer, and author James Kimmel, Jr. about our primal desire for revenge against the people we feel have wronged us. James shares the science behind the belief that reveng... more

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Chauncey Diego Francisco Handy
Professor of religion at Reed College focusing on theories of ethnicity in the reception history of the Hebrew Bible.
Reed College
Episode: [Bible] Episode 311: Chauncey Diego Francisco Handy - The Afterlife of the Conquest of Canaan
James Kimmel, Jr.
Lecturer in Psychiatry at the Yale School of Medicine and founder of the Yale Collaborative for Motive Control Studies.
Yale School of Medicine
Episode: [Faith] Episode 65: James Kimmel, Jr. - This Is Your Brain on Revenge
Elizabeth Shively
Professor of Christian Scriptures at Truett Seminary, focusing on New Testament literature and theology
Truett Seminary
Episode: [Bible] Episode 309: Elizabeth Shively - The Gospel of Mark, Explained
Jarrod McKenna
Founding national director of Common Grace and advocate for social change
Common Grace
Episode: [Faith] Episode 64: Drew G. I. Hart & Jarrod McKenna - Creative Resistance & the Joy of Nonviolence
Drew G. I. Hart
Associate professor of theology and author
Messiah University
Episode: [Faith] Episode 64: Drew G. I. Hart & Jarrod McKenna - Creative Resistance & the Joy of Nonviolence
Bill Schniedewind
Professor of Biblical Studies and Northwest Semitic Languages at UCLA, author of 'Who Really Wrote the Bible?'
UCLA
Episode: [Bible] Episode 308: Bill Schniedewind - The Scribes Who Wrote the Bible
Mariko Clark
Japanese-American author, mother, and storyteller on a mission to help kids embrace diversity and wonder.
Episode: [Faith] Episode 63: Mariko Clark - Helping Kids Grow an Expansive Faith
Anna Sigas Beale
Associate Professor of Religion specializing in the Minor Prophets
Gardner Webb University
Episode: [Bible] Episode 306: Pete Enns & the Old Testament Nerds - Ask a Scholar Anything (About the Hebrew Bible)
Cynthia Schaefer Elliott
Associate Professor of Hebrew Bible / Old Testament specializing in the intersection of text and material culture
Baylor University
Episode: [Bible] Episode 306: Pete Enns & the Old Testament Nerds - Ask a Scholar Anything (About the Hebrew Bible)

Hosts

Pete Enns
Co-host and prominent biblical scholar specializing in the intersection between faith and contemporary society.
Jared Byas
Co-host and engaged educator seeking to facilitate understanding of biblical texts and their relevance.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 5k ratings
  • So good!

    I love this podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mando64467
    United Statesa month ago
  • A lifeline

    My favorite podcast ever, period. It has been a lifeline for me in these tumultuous times, and has deepened and transformed my faith, but certainly not by making it easier.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    c1asscance1ed
    United States4 months ago
  • Nadia Bolz-Weber

    Nadia speaks to me. I love the way she thinks. Not trying harder sounds like genius to me. Singing the whole Magnificat (and spelling it correctly!) impresses me as integrity. I love the concept of Grace.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    swambold
    United States4 months ago
  • Highly appreciated

    If you practice critical thinking, you will likely appreciate. Both presenters have good perspectives worth listening to.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mk6six
    United States5 months ago
  • 2 Timothy 4:3

    More like the Bible for people who want to remain in the world but want to be told they can still be a Christian and live how they want to live. Ear tickling at its finest.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Honest Podcast Reviews
    United States6 months ago

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Hosts promote critical thinking and a nuanced understanding of biblical texts.
Engaging and thought-provoking content but may not resonate with those preferring orthodox teachings.
Deeply transformative discussions that challenge traditional beliefs.
Listeners appreciate the diversity of guests and topics, linking past experiences to complex faith issues.

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[Bible] Episode 311: Chauncey Diego Francisco Handy - The Afterlife of the Conquest of Canaan
Q: What is reception history, and why is Joshua particularly interesting?
Reception history looks at what happens to a text once it's complete and how it is used in different contexts.
[Bible] Episode 311: Chauncey Diego Francisco Handy - The Afterlife of the Conquest of Canaan
Q: Can you talk about the distinction of conquest stories as an idealized golden age?
It is idealized in the context of Israel's faithfulness and everything going according to plan.
[Bible] Episode 311: Chauncey Diego Francisco Handy - The Afterlife of the Conquest of Canaan
Q: Can you explain what we are talking about with the conquest narrative?
We're talking about essentially the Book of Joshua, particularly Israel entering the promised land.
[Bible] Episode 309: Elizabeth Shively - The Gospel of Mark, Explained
Q: What is the Messianic Secret and why is it significant?
It refers to Jesus instructing people not to reveal his identity as the Messiah, a motif that helps shape the audience's understanding of Jesus' mission.
[Bible] Episode 309: Elizabeth Shively - The Gospel of Mark, Explained
Q: Can you explain the abrupt ending of Mark?
Shively discusses how the ending at Mark 16:8 is abrupt and what it conveys regarding fear and faith.

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1. Chauncey Diego Francisco Handy
2. James Kimmel, Jr.
3. Elizabeth Shively
4. Jarrod McKenna
5. Drew G. I. Hart
6. Bill Schniedewind
7. Mariko Clark
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