Commentary on Genesis 28:10-19a
Jacob’s surprising encounter with God at Bethel leads to reflection [...]
Jacob’s surprising encounter with God at Bethel leads to reflection [...]
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“Is anything too wonderful for the Lord?” The question the [...]
For some time now, I have wondered why the editors of Genesis give Hagar and [...]
What do we do with this text? It’s horrifying—that Abraham would plan to kill his [...]
Deborah is among the most prestigious female leaders in the Old Testament and her exemplary [...]
Like last week’s reading from [...]
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The tension of this text begins with the enigmatic order [...]
Judgment rings out loud and clear in God’s displeasure, in [...]