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Episode 137: James Kugel - Challenging Our Assumptions About the Bible

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Ancient interpreters made all sort of assumptions about the Bible much like we do today. What do their assumptions tell us about how to interpret the Bible today? James Kugel breaks down the function of the Bible throughout history and how it has changed from antiquity to today. Show Notes → Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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