Category Archives: Translation

The post or page contains a discussion of how biblical Hebrew is translated or the content of the post or page depends on the correct translation 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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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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Translations: Genesis 15:1-6

Posted on February 13, 2018 by Michael

Just a reminder, this is largely a blog dedicated to learning to read and understand biblical Hebrew. So, these posts are intended to focus on the Hebrew, not the theology. However, sometimes theology cannot be avoided and the theology advanced … Continue reading →

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