Category Archives: Biblical exegesis

The contents of the post or page presents an exegesis of a biblical word or text

Did Eve Experience Pregnancy While In Eden?

Posted on October 25, 2018 by Michael

In the first 8 words of Genesis 3:16a we read, אֶֽל־הָאִשָּׁה אָמַר הַרְבָּה אַרְבֶּה עִצְּבוֹנֵךְ וְהֵֽרֹנֵךְ בְּעֶצֶב    To the woman he said, “I will greatly increase your pains … During the discussion of this verse, a student of mine raised … Continue reading →

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A Still Small Voice?

Posted on July 18, 2018 by Michael

In 1 Kings 19:12, the story of the mighty Yahweh speaking to His prophet Elijah in a “still small voice” in the aftermath of a great storm has stirred the imaginations of squishy clergy of all traditions. Much has been … Continue reading →

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How to Practice Biblical Hebrew

Posted on June 25, 2018 by Michael

In your study of biblical Hebrew, you might want to consider adopting some of the practices described in the linked article below. This article resonated with me because as I became more confident of my ability to read the Hebrew … Continue reading →

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The Biblical Basis for Marriage

Posted on April 5, 2018 by Michael

Over at my other blog (Thus Said the LORD), I’ve posted my latest article titled The Biblical Basis For Marriage. Quite apart from the theology, the appendix has the details behind the translation of Genesis 1:26-27. Just download (or read … Continue reading →

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