Podcasts about Textual criticism

The letters to the seven churches in Revelation 2-3 are possibly some of the best known parts of the apocalypic book, mainly due to their accessibility compared to the rest of it. But how should we read these seven letters? Are they examples of the history or eras of the church? Are they addressed to different types of church today? Are they symbolic? And why all the Old Testament references?Join Alex, Chris & Jo as they discuss these significant chapters, give some good background information that help make sense of what John is writing, and then talk aboput how we might be able to bring some meaning to us today. For the one who has ears to hear...Resources"Revelation (NIV Application Commentary)" by Dr Craig Keener– A detailed analysis that bridges the historical-cultural context and application for today."The IVP Bible Background Commentary: New Testament" by Dr Craig Keener – Offers essential historical and cultural insights on the New Testament, including Revelation."Discipleship on the Edge" by Darrell W. Johnson – A study on Revelation that considers its relevance for Christian discipleship."Reading Revelation Responsibly" by Michael J. Gorman – A user-friendly guide to understanding the apocalyptic message of Revelation without fear or misinterpretation.Big thanks to Tim Whittle for editing and extra production on this podcast. Get more info at Riverlife Church, and find us on Facebook and Instagram.Subscribe to Bible Streams on Apple, Spotify, Google, and Amazon.

Dr Adam Koontz and Col Willie Grills answer a variety of listener emails on Bible translations, self-defense, and more. Visit our website - A Brief History of Power Thanks to our sponsor, Gnesio Health Dr Koontz - Redeemer Lutheran Church Pr. Willie Grills - Zion Lutheran Church Music thanks to Verny

Hosts: Ed Gallagher and Brad McNutt  |  Released Wednesday, March 12, 2025 Watch the Video [Coming Soon!] In this episode, Dr. Gallagher answers a frequent listener question concerning textual criticism and inspiration! We want to hear from you! Subscription Links  

1. Seth continues his review of Luke 6, further examining the Sermon on the Plain.2. Seth responds to a listener submission about the Koran. 3. No topic. 

In this segment (of our 2-part series), Bible teacher Dave Bigler (founder of Iron Sheep Ministries) does an overview of Bible translation theory and covers all major Bible translations from the pre-Christ Septuagint to modern day translations.Watch part 1 on Textual Criticism here: https://youtu.be/UO2FgjZ87r4Talk Outline:00:11 - What is the Goal00:39 - REVIEW - part 1 lecture on Textual Criticism- WHEN, WHY, and HOW were NT spread- Textual Criticism- Confidence in our text- God is sovereign (2 Tim 3:16-17)04:50 - Why are Bible Translations so controversial?06:51 - Why are there translations? Languages change, New manuscripts are found, & Translation theory10:11 - Translation Theory- Formal Equivalence (word for word)- Focus on a literal translation of the words of the text- Dynamic (or Functional) Equivalence (thought for thought)- Paraphrase 12:21 - Ancient translations to today13:10 - Septuagint (LXX - 280 - 100 BC)Earliest translation of the Bible. It is a Greek translation of the Hebrew Bible (before Christ and the NT). 72 translators (6 from each tribe of Israel), translated at the request of the King in Alexandria. The name was eventually shortened from 72, to just 70. Septuagint is Latin for 70.15:47 - Latin Vulgate (VUL 404 AD)Eusebius Sophronius Hieronymusin aka “Jerome” was a student of languages. He was charged by Pope Damasus to complete a translation of the OT and NT into the “common tongue.” Name: Vulgate “common or commonly known.”17:18 - Wycliffe Bible (WYC - 1382)John Wycliffe was an Oxford theologian who wanted the English people to have a Bible in their own language. Wycliffe's Bible was done by hand. It is a word-for-word translation of the Latin Vulgate. Wycliffe was heavily criticized by the Church of Rome as well as the Church of England because he taught that salvation was only available through the suffering of Christ, not through the power of the church. Wycliffe was called “The Morning Star of the Reformation.” In 1415, John Wycliffe was condemned as a heretic and in 1428 (44 years after Wycliffe's death) the Bishop of England ordered Wycliffe's remains exhumed and burned and the ashes thrown into the river.22:31 - Gutenberg Bible (1455) 1450 - Johann Gutenberg invented the Gutenberg press23:18 - The Protestant Reformation. Revolt from the abuses and totalitarian control of the Roman Catholic Church. Martin Luther (Germany), John Calvin (France), Ulrich Zwingli (Switzerland) were foundational in the protestant reformation. 26:03 - Tyndale Bible (1534)28:15 - Geneva Bible (1560)30:29 - King James Bible (1611)35:08 - Modern English translations.36:07 - Interlinear Bible38:53 - New American Standard Bible NASB39:57 - Amplified Bible AMP42:00 - English Standard Version ESV42:56 - King James Version KJV43:18 - What is the received text or textus receptus?45:03 - New King James Version NKJV45:57 - Christian Standard Bible CSB or HCSB47:17 - New International Version NIV49:00 - New Living Translation NLT50:02 - Good News Bible GNB50:44 - The Message MSG53:05 - Bad translations of the Bible53:35 - What is the Thomas Jefferson Bible?55:28 - what is the New World Translation of the Bible?57:45 - What now, what do you do with this information?Resources:https://www.blueletterbible.org/https://www.biblegateway.com/https://www.gotquestions.org/Books used for this talk:Gurry, Peter J.. Scribes & Scripture. Weatonm, IL: Crossway, 2022.Lightfoot, Neil R.. How we got our Bible. Grand Rapids, MI: Baker Books, 2003.More information on Dave Bigler and Iron Sheep Ministries: https://ironsheep.org

In this lecture, Bible teacher Dave Bigler (founder of Iron Sheep Ministries) does a basic overview of the history of our New Testament text. From the spreading of the early Gospel by word of mouth, the writing down of our New Testament text on papyrus to the formation of the New Testament Canon of scripture. All this and more is covered in this one hour lecture.Outline:01:38 - What are the top arguments against the validity of the Bible?03:06 - We live in a culture of doubt. 03:49 - Overview of part 1 and part 2 of this lecture series. 04:44 - Knowledge is our greatest strength amidst a culture of doubt.Jude 10; Rom 12.2; Prov 15.14; Prov 23.12; Prov 1:7Own your knowledge, if you don't know, find out. Pray for a hunger for knowledge.06:59 - The goal: Provide a basic, foundational knowledge of how our New Testament text passed from the pen of its original human author to your hands today. 07:14 - Outline for the lecture08:50 - what does inerrant mean?Define inerrant - without error. God, through the Holy Spirit, inspired the original human author who put pen to paper (quill to papyrus). THAT original also known as the “autograph,” THAT was without error. We do not have any of the original “autographs.” We have copies, that is where Textual criticism comes in. But let me be clear from the start; in all my research, all my schooling, all my studies; as much as I can be sure of anything, I am sure that this is God's perfect word for us today. Mat 24:35 - Heaven and earth will pass away, but my word will never pass away.10:45 - The spreading of the early gospel - an oral traditionThe gospel spread, and the narratives about Jesus' life and teachings were repeated hundreds of thousands of times by reliable eyewitnesses simply by word of mouth.Mat 28.18-20Acts 1.814:34 - When, why, and how was the text written down? When was the New Testament written? 17:18 - Why was there a gap between when Jesus lived and when the New Testament was written?18:10 - Why was the New Testament even written down?19:17 - What is the principle of immanence in Christianity?Heb 1.2, Matt 24.36, Mark 13,3220:44 - How was the New Testament written? Parchment, Papyrus, Manuscripts, etc.22:28 - what is a scribe?23:44 - The Canon of Scripture. Who decided what books would be in the Bible? What does the word Canon mean in relation to the Bible?23:44 - What is Canonization?25:36 - What is Pseudepigrapha?What is the Testament of Hezekiah, the Vision of Isaiah, the Books of Enoch, the Book of Noah, the Testament of Abraham, The Acts of Paul, The Gospel of Thomas, The Epistles of Barnabas?28:26 - Three key criteria for determining what books were in the New Testament Canon:ApostolicityOrthodoxyCatholicity30:48 - What books were questioned?33:14 - Why was the book of James questioned as being part of the New Testament?35:56 - Textual Criticism - the transmission of our text (copies of copies)38:06 - What is a textual variant in the Bible?47:39 - Is the ending of Mark a textual variant? Who wrote the ending to Mark? Mark 16.9-2052:07 - Was the story of the woman caught in adultery in the original New Testament text? John 7.53-8.11 56:17 - how much confidence can we really have in our text today?A look at Greek and Roman Historians 484-140ADHerodotus, Thucydides, Livy, Tacitus, Suetonius01:01:53 - Can we be confident in our New Testament text?01:04:04 - Where to learn more about Textual Criticism? Peter Gurry - interview on ApostleTalk.orgCo-Director - Text and Canon Institute TextandCanon.orgDig super deep w/ those that know - EvangelicalTextualCriticism.blogspot.comCenter for the Study of New Testament Manuscripts csntm.orgBooks: Reinventing Jesus (Daniel Wallace)How We Got the Bible (Neil Lightfoot)Scribes & Scripture (Peter Gurry)Pastor's Guide to the NT (David Bigler)01:06:25 - What will be in Part 2?01:07:05 - In Conclusion: God is sovereign!

Having discussed how the early church and the reformers handled differences between Bible manuscripts, Tony, Dirk and Nelson now turn to look at how modern-day textual critics approach variation between manuscripts.Find out more about the host and guests here: Tony Watkins: https://tyndalehouse.com/about/staff/tony-watkins/Dirk Jongkind: https://tyndalehouse.com/about/staff/dirk-jongkind/Nelson Hsieh: https://tyndalehouse.com/about/staff/nelson-hsieh/Support the showEdited by Tyndale House Music – Acoustic Happy Background used with a standard license from Adobe Stock.Follow us on: X | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube

Matt Slick Live (Live Broadcast of 02-13-2025) is a production of the Christian Apologetics Research Ministry (CARM). Matt answers questions on topics such as: The Bible, Apologetics, Theology, World Religions, Atheism, and other issues! You can also email questions to Matt using: info@carm.org, Put "Radio Show Question" in the Subject line! Answers will be discussed in a future show. Topics Include: The Sovereignty of God/ To Whom Does The Pope Confess his Sins?/Did Jesus Ever Get Sick?/SometimesI Don't Feel Like a Christian/ What is Textual Criticism?/Are There 4 Point Calvinists?/Matt Discusses Texts/ What About Women Pastors/ February 13, 2025

Matt Slick Live (Live Broadcast of 02-13-2025) is a production of the Christian Apologetics Research Ministry (CARM). Matt answers questions on topics such as: The Bible, Apologetics, Theology, World Religions, Atheism, and other issues! You can also email questions to Matt using: info@carm.org, Put "Radio Show Question" in the Subject line! Answers will be discussed in a future show. Topics Include:The Sovereignty of GodTo Whom Does The Pope Confess his Sins?/Did Jesus Ever Get Sick?/Sometimes I Don't Feel Like a Christian/ What is Textual Criticism?/4 Point Calvinists?/Matt Discusses Texts/ What About Women Pastors/ February 13, 2025

In this episode, Tony Watkins (Fellow for Public Engagement at Tyndale House) hears from Dirk Jongkind (Academic Vice Principal at Tyndale House) and Nelson Hsieh (Research Associate in New Testament Text and Language) about the role of textual criticism in the reformation. Find out more about the host and guests here: Tony Watkins: https://tyndalehouse.com/about/staff/tony-watkins/Dirk Jongkind: https://tyndalehouse.com/about/staff/dirk-jongkind/Nelson Hsieh: https://tyndalehouse.com/about/staff/nelson-hsieh/Support the showEdited by Tyndale House Music – Acoustic Happy Background used with a standard license from Adobe Stock.Follow us on: X | Instagram | Facebook | YouTube

Matt Slick Live (Live Broadcast of 02-13-2025) is a production of the Christian Apologetics Research Ministry (CARM). Matt answers questions on topics such as: The Bible, Apologetics, Theology, World Religions, Atheism, and other issues! You can also email questions to Matt using: info@carm.org, Put "Radio Show Question" in the Subject line! Answers will be discussed in a future show. Topics Include: The Sovereignty of God/ To Whom Does The Pope Confess his Sins?/Did Jesus Ever Get Sick?/SometimesI Don't Feel Like a Christian/ What is Textual Criticism?/Are There 4 Point Calvinists?/Matt Discusses Texts/ What About Women Pastors/ February 13, 2025

Josh and Tim Introduce a new live show - Theology Thursdays Live! This week they tackle a newly released episode of the Joe Rogan Experience featuring Canadian Apologist Wesley Huff and they discuss politics and pets going to heaven and more!  Full video of Wes on Rogan: https://youtu.be/HwyAX69xG1Q?si=g-sSVgYa3VLoo7kc (we will only be watching clips of this and will be adding commentary that is protected under fair use and should not affect our monetization).  ➡️ SOCIALS ⬅️ Website: https://freethinkingministries.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/FreeThinkInc Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/freethinkinc X: https://x.com/freethinkmin TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@freethinkinc  

Dr. Wegner walks listeners through examples of textual criticism found in the Old Testament. We recommend watching this episode on Youtube to see the examples and PowerPoint Dr. Wegner has put together.

Jason Seville, Pastor of Del Ray Baptist Church

Dr. Wegner walks listeners through the basics of Textual Criticism; what it is, why it's important, and how to understand the footnotes in your Bible. We recommend watching this video on YouTube as Dr. Wegner has a great powerpoint with visual examples of old manuscripts!

A teaching by Alexander Breytenbach.   1:25 1 Samuel 17.50—51; 2 Samuel 21.19; 1 Chronicles 20.5 9:40 Mark 16.9—20 15:37 John 7.53—8.11 17:30 Psalm 22.16 22:09 What do we do with all these variants? 23:31 The Quran's encouragement to read the Bible 25:21 Questions

I explain the methodology behind modern English Bible translations and reveal which ones I think are the best.

Why didn't Jesus write anything down himself? How many languages did Jesus speak? Jesus was a master storyteller, what can we learn from how Jesus taught and connected with different audiences? In this fascinating interview, Jonathan Morrow interviews Cambridge scholar Dr. Peter Williams on the profound creativity and wisdom of Jesus including how the story of the prodigal son illuminates Jesus's genius.In The Surprising Genius of Jesus, Peter J. Williams examines the story of the prodigal son in Luke 15 to show the genius, creativity, and wisdom of Jesus's teachings. He used simple but powerful stories to confront the Pharisees and scribes of the day, drawing on his knowledge of the Jewish Scriptures to teach his audience through complex layers and themes. Williams challenges those who question whether Jesus really was the source of the parables recorded in the Gospels, pointing readers to the truth of who Jesus is and why that matters for them today. About Peter WilliamsPeter J. Williams (PhD, University of Cambridge) is the principal of Tyndale House, Cambridge, the chair of the International Greek New Testament Project, and a member of the ESV Translation Oversight Committee. He is the author of Can We Trust the Gospels? and Early Syriac Translation Technique and the Textual Criticism of the Greek Gospels.Get a copy of the book

When scholars examine the writing, copying, and editing of biblical text, they can discern a complexity in the Hebrew Bible. There is scribal activity at the copying AND editing levels. What does this tell us about the development of Scripture? And what do we do with Dead Sea scrolls like Jeremiah that show us a complexity within the Jewish communities through the complexity of the scrolls themselves? Our guide through this is Dr. Karl Kutz who is a recently retired professor of biblical languages and Bible at Multnomah University and also a voracious explorer of the biblical text. If you feel nervous about these conversations, join us at the end of the episode to talk about why this is a valuable field of study instead of one that criticizes the Bible. Find out more about Karl Kutz HEREContact Cyndi Parker through Narrative of Place.Join Cyndi Parker's  Patreon Team!

Textual criticism is about. offering a critique about what the best reading of the biblical text is, because before you can translate it, you need to know that you've got the best reading possible. And to engage in textual criticism, you need to have a fascination with biblical languages and biblical culture and biblical history. If it sounds complicated, it sort of is. But we have a great guide to walk us through what textual criticism is and why it matters. Dr. Karl Kutz is a recently retired professor of biblical languages and Bible at Multnomah University, and he is a voracious explorer of the biblical text. Find out more about Karl Kutz HEREContact Cyndi Parker through Narrative of Place.Join Cyndi Parker's  Patreon Team!

In this episode of the Westminster Effects Doxology Podcast, we sit down with Dr. James White at the Fight Laugh Feast conference. Our conversation spans a variety of topics, including the Crusades, textual criticism, and the historical context that shapes our faith today. Dr. White brings clarity and depth to complex theological and historical issues, making this a must-listen for anyone eager to explore the intersections of faith, history, and critical scholarship. Subscribe on ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠iTunes⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Spotify⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Overcast⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠YouTube⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. Follow us on ⁠Facebook⁠, ⁠Instagram⁠, ⁠TikTok⁠, and ⁠X⁠. Buy your guitar effects at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠westminstereffects.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/westminsterdoxology/support

The King James bible is undoubtedly one of the most influential translations in history, yet today there are those that insist it is the only “true” translation. Since the 17th century, this tradition has evolved into what is today a movement with a legacy of bad fruits, pseudoscience and a spirit of division. In this comprehensive documentary you will learn why the KJV Only movement is not only wrong, but guided by the same legalistic spirit as other works of the enemy. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.danceoflife.com/subscribe

Hosts: Ed Gallagher and Brad McNutt  |  Released Wednesday, October 9, 2024 Watch the Video We want to hear from you! Subscription Links  

Codex Bezae, Codex Alexandrinus, Codex Vaticanus, Codex Sinaiticus

we are looking at the history of the textual variants of the story of the adulterous woman story in John and the variant of the ending of mark as well as a variant in 1 John 5.

For this FFAF we have a question about birth control. Some BC is abortifacient and terminates life. Some simply stops fertilization and is therefore safe. Today we will talk about the difference whilst our questions and comments begin rolling in. I pray something edifying and informative is said that helps you on your journey to eternity.   for Bible questions and show topic suggestions send and email to: www.christianityisnow@gmail.com   Be sure to follow us on "X" formerly known as Twitter: https://twitter.com/1Chronicles1232   If you want to support the show monthly, www.patreon.com/christianitynow   You can do a one time donation through PayPal: nearchurches@gmail.com   #christianitynow #christianitytoday #varietyshow #bibletime #biblestudy #gospel #biblequestions #bibleanswers #venting #gossip #bibletalk #biblepodcast #christiancontent #christianliving #biblicalworldview #faithjourney #fatihwalk #biblestudy #biblereading #contraceptive #birthcontrol #abortion

Send us a Text Message.Episode 66 of 'The Open Forum' where Christians, Atheists are invited to join the discussion. Guests will be invited on a first come first serve basis. Please note we can only have a maximum of 10 panelists (including efdawah panelists) at any one time.Link to join the panel: https://streamyard.com/rpkawddzihTEARS OF GAZA Donation Link: https://givebrite.com/gazacrisis© 2024 EFDawah All Rights ReservedWebsite : https://efdawah.com/https://www.patreon.com/EFDawahhttps://gofund.me/7cb27d17https://www.paypal.me/EFDawahhttps://www.cashbackmycharity.co.uk/?...https://www.facebook.com/efdawah/Timestamps:00:00 - Intro00:52 - EF Dawah Panel join: format of the stream03:00 - The h0rr¡f¡c atr0c¡t¡es of

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In this episode of the Covenant Podcast, Austin McCormick and Dewey Dovel interview Timothy Decker on Textual Criticism. They discuss the importance of textual criticism for pastors, different methodologies, and the necessity of this discipline.   If you're interested in registering for or auditing the class referenced in this conversation, you can click here: https://form.jotform.com/241626055201142

In this episode of the Covenant Podcast, Austin McCormick and Dewey Dovel interview Timothy Decker on Textual Criticism. They discuss the importance of textual criticism for pastors, different methodologies, and the necessity of this discipline.   If you're interested in registering for or auditing the class referenced in this conversation, you can click here: https://form.jotform.com/241626055201142

HOW WE GOT OUR BIBLE- things Christians should know

In this episode, Dr. T. Michael W. Halcomb (  @tmichaelwhalcomb  ) interviews Dr. John Meade. They will talk about "The Importance of Textual Criticism" and more. This is an interview you don't want to miss. Tune in! ***GlossaHouse resources are available at our website! - https://glossahouse.com/ ✏️ ***Sign up for classes with GlossaHouse U - https://glossahouse.com/pages/classes

Dr. Daniel Wallace returns to the Bible and Theology Matters podcast to discuss the estimated 5,900 manuscripts that we have of the Greek New Testament. He also discusses the number of textual variants, the different kinds of variants, and gives examples of variants and how to think about them. He concludes with great encouragement as it relates to God's preservation of the New Testament for us today and the part that Textual Criticism does in affirming, rather than destructing, our faith in the reliability and historicity of Scripture.

Dr. Daniel B Wallace joins the Bible and Theology Matters podcast to discuss the subject of textual criticism. What is textual criticism? What is a variant? How many New Testament manuscripts do we have? How many textual variants are there? Can we get back to the original text? Is the New Testament Scripture reliable? Dr. Wallace will answer these questions and many more!

In this episdoe, Dr. T. Michael W. Halcomb (  @tmichaelwhalcomb  ) discusses the importance of textual criticism with Dr. Alan Bunning, the founder of GreekCNTR.org. Tune in! ***GlossaHouse resources are available at our website! -https://glossahouse.com/ ✏️ ***Sign up for classes with GlossaHouse U - https://glossahouse.com/pages/classes

A Reason For Hope with Pastor Scott Richards! Sharing the Word one question of the heart at a time. Tags: Iranian Threats, Textual Criticism, and Evolution

This series is sponsored by our friends Sarala and Danny Turkel.This episode is sponsored by Twillory. New customers can use the coupon code 18Forty to get $18 off of all orders of $139 or more. In this episode of the 18Forty Podcast, we pivot to Intergenerational Divergence by talking to Rachel Yehuda, a professor of psychiatry and neuroscience, about intergenerational trauma and intergenerational resilience. In many ways, Oct. 7 reactivated a sense of Jewish trauma that many of us had never experienced in our lifetimes. And yet, it was a feeling that we somehow felt we were returning to as Jews. In this episode we discuss:How does trauma get passed on across generations? How do the Jewish holidays teach us to cultivate resilience from within trauma? How can the Jewish community be more adept at handling traumatic events?Tune in to hear a conversation about how, together, we find the courage to continue.Interview begins at 11:01.Dr. Rachel Yehuda is a professor of psychiatry and neuroscience, the vice chair for veterans affairs in the psychiatry department, and the director of the traumatic stress studies division at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine. Dr. Yehuda also established and directs the Center for Psychedelic Psychotherapy and Trauma Research. Dr. Yehuda's research on second-generation Holocaust survivors, showing the epigenetic effects of trauma across generations, has made her a seminal figure in the field of intergenerational trauma and resilience.References:“The Rabbi vs. the Jewish People” by David Bashevkin“Yonatan Adler: What Archeologists Find”“Hazon Ish on Textual Criticism and Halakhah” by Zvi A. Yehuda“Hazon Ish on the Future of the State of Israel” by Zvi A. YehudaThe Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma by Bessel van der KolkTrauma and Recovery: The Aftermath of Violence—from Domestic Abuse to Political Terror by Judith Herman “Resilience definitions, theory, and challenges: interdisciplinary perspectives” by Rachel Yehuda and more“What We Talk About When We Talk About Anne Frank” by Nathan Englander

Episode 8 Michael and Zach discuss Textual Criticism and how we got the Bible translations that we have today prompted by a question in the College and Career (ok, Impact) class that Zach teaches. Topics Covered: Textual Criticism Autographs and Manuscripts Early English Translations The KJV and the Textus Receptus Bart Ehrman and Misquoting Jesus Find our videocast here: https://youtu.be/QTGKAR540zE Music from #Uppbeat (free for Creators!): ⁠https://uppbeat.io/t/reakt-music/deep-stone⁠ License code: 2QZOZ2YHZ5UTE7C8 Find more Take 2 Theology content at https://take2pod.wordpress.com/

Teruma | Just a Vav: Rashi and Textual Criticism, by Rav Yitzchak Etshalom Why is Rashi explaining a "Vav" that isn't there? (Shemot 25:22).  Rashi's comment on Shemot 25:22, explaining the letter "vav" in the word ואת as being superfluous, has raised eyebrows over the centuries...since in our Sifrei Torah, the word is את, without a Vav. We identify other Rishonim who apparently had that reading in their text of the Torah and then review those supercommentaries of Rashi who addressed this unusual note. This leads us to a discussion of the phenomenon of textual variants in Tanakh and the fact that it is not an isolated phenomenon; we see examples of this in the manner in which Biblical texts are quoted in Chazal as well as the well-known story of the three Sifrei Torah found in the Azara, each of which had one unique feature relative to the other two, leading the Chakhamim to favor the two over the one. The unexpected result was that each of these scrolls was ultimately judged to be invalid.  Source sheet >>

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