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Hebrew Bible Insights

Matthew Delaney

101 episodes

2 months ago

The Book of Psalms is far more than ancient poetry—it’s the prayerbook of the Church and a vital guide for encountering Jesus. In this episode, we interview Chad Bird, author and scholar who specializes in teaching the Old Testament to Christians. We ask a variety of questions related to his newest book "Untamed Prayers." We explore why the Psalms are essential for Christians today. We discuss how the New Testament interprets the Psalms, the connection between David and Jesus, and how to see ...

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The Book of Psalms is far more than ancient poetry—it’s the prayerbook of the Church and a vital guide for encountering Jesus. In this episode, we interview Chad Bird, author and scholar who specializes in teaching the Old Testament to Christians. We ask a variety of questions related to his newest book "Untamed Prayers." We explore why the Psalms are essential for Christians today. We discuss how the New Testament interprets the Psalms, the connection between David and Jesus, and how to see ...

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Hebrew Bible Insights

100. Encountering Jesus in the Book of Psalms (Chad Bird)

The Book of Psalms is far more than ancient poetry—it’s the prayerbook of the Church and a vital guide for encountering Jesus. In this episode, we interview Chad Bird, author and scholar who specializes in teaching the Old Testament to Christians. We ask a variety of questions related to his newest book "Untamed Prayers." We explore why the Psalms are essential for Christians today. We discuss how the New Testament interprets the Psalms, the connection between David and Jesus, and how to see ...

2 months ago

56 minutes

Hebrew Bible Insights

99. Hebrew language insights from Psalm 1

Read the Bible in Hebrew with Matthew: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights Psalm 1 is rich with meaning, and reading it in Hebrew brings out layers we often miss. In this episode, Matthew (MA in Biblical Literature and Semitic Languages) walks through key Hebrew language insights that deepen our understanding of this foundational psalm. We explore the meaning of the word “happy” or “blessed,” the beautiful poetic style of the psalm, and how Hebrew parallelism and verb tense in verse 1...

4 months ago

1 hour 4 minutes

Hebrew Bible Insights

98. Rediscovering the Dead Sea Scrolls with Dr. Andrew Perrin

The Dead Sea Scrolls are one of the most fascinating and important archaeological discoveries for understanding the world of the Bible. In this episode, we sit down with Dead Sea Scrolls scholar, Dr. Andrew Perrin, to explore the rich and complex world of these ancient texts. From the famous Isaiah Scroll and the commentary on Habakkuk to Aramaic dream visions, scribal traditions, and the Pseudepigrapha, this conversation uncovers the diversity of writings found at Qumran. We also dive into t...

4 months ago

1 hour 14 minutes

Hebrew Bible Insights

97. Worship After Liberation: Hebrew analysis of "serve/worship" with explanation (Pt 2 Exodus 15-40)

What happens after Israel escapes Egypt? In part two of our exploration of “service” in Exodus, Matthew Delaney and Dr. Nathan French pick up where the story left off—moving from liberation to covenant, from slavery to worship. We trace the development of this theme through key moments in Exodus 15–40, including the image of God vs. the images of idols, the meaning of Sabbath, and the construction of the tabernacle. Along the way, we reflect on the relationship between salvation and obedience...

5 months ago

1 hour 5 minutes

Hebrew Bible Insights

96. What ‘Serve’ Really Means in Exodus: Hebrew analysis with explanation (Pt 1 Exodus 1-14)

What does it really mean to “serve” in the book of Exodus? In this episode, Matthew Delaney and Dr. Nathan French explore how a single Hebrew word weaves through the early chapters of Exodus—from Israel’s oppression under Pharaoh to their calling to worship Yahweh. By tracing this vocabulary across key moments in Exodus 1–14, we uncover a powerful theme: the Exodus is not just about escaping slavery—it’s about being set free to worship. Along the way, we also explore fascinating connections w...

5 months ago

1 hour 7 minutes

Hebrew Bible Insights

95. Beyond Foretelling: The Diverse Roles of Biblical Prophets with Dr. Todd Hibbard

Dive into the diverse roles of biblical prophets with Dr. Todd Hibbard. In this episode, we discuss his book "Prophets and Prophecy," examining the phenomenological aspects of prophecy and its implications for economic and legal criticisms in ancient Israel and Judah. Dr. Hibbard also connects these insights to modern Christian perspectives and the teachings of Jesus, offering a transformative look at how these ancient messages influence our understanding of justice and righteousness today. T...

7 months ago

1 hour 1 minute

Hebrew Bible Insights

94. Why the Book of 1 Enoch matters for Christians

Read 1 Enoch with us in the Hebrew Bible Book Club: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights In today's episode, we explore the significance of the Book of 1 Enoch and its impact on early Christian thought. Although most Christians today do not consider this book canonical, 1 Enoch offers valuable insights into Jewish eschatology and its influence on the New Testament. It is even quoted by Jude who says that Enoch prophesied. We delve into how early Christians, including church fathers lik...

9 months ago

55 minutes

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93. When Saints Sin...Evaluating Characters in the Hebrew Bible

Read 1 Enoch with us in the Hebrew Bible Book Club: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsightsIn today’s episode, we tackle an important question: How should we evaluate biblical characters? Are they flawless heroes, irredeemable villains, or something more complex? We explore how to move beyond simplistic views by looking at the actual text and learning from the wisdom of St. John Chrysostom.We also discuss themes of exile, repentance, and restoration. This conversation is all about embraci...

9 months ago

47 minutes

Hebrew Bible Insights

92. Making a Hebrew Dictionary: Bobby Duke’s Journey and Insights

Join a Hebrew language cohort with Matthew Delaney: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsightsIn today’s episode, we chat with Bobby about his fascinating journey into the world of biblical languages and dive deep into his work on a Hebrew dictionary. What inspired him to create it? How do we understand Hebrew words beyond the Bible? And what’s the deal with Paleo Hebrew? We also get a behind-the-scenes look at the joys and challenges of putting together a dictionary and how the process shap...

11 months ago

59 minutes

Hebrew Bible Insights

91. Proverbs 30: Agur’s Humor, Genius, and Wisdom with Alexander Kirk

Enroll in the "What is Biblical Wisdom" Video Course: https://hebrewbibleinsights.teachable.com/p/biblicalwisdomIn today’s episode, we sit down with Dr. Alexander Kirk to explore his book, Agur's Wisdom and the Coherence of Proverbs 30. Who is Agur, and why does he stand out as an eccentric genius? What can we learn about wisdom literature from the history of its interpretation? And how do we approach the humor, structure, and deeper meanings in Proverbs 30?Dr. Kirk also shares his journey in...

11 months ago

1 hour 16 minutes

Hebrew Bible Insights

90. Going Deeper with Biblical Hebrew: Interview with Dr. Chip Hardy and Dr. Matthew McAffee

Enroll in the "What is Biblical Wisdom" Video Course: https://hebrewbibleinsights.teachable.com/p/biblicalwisdomWe interview the authors of a new intermediate Hebrew grammar: “Going Deeper with Biblical Hebrew.” Dr. Chip Hardy and Dr. Matthew McAffee give insights and methods for how students can learn during the unique intermediate phase of the Hebrew language journey. They also give thoughts for professors and teachers who are instructing others in intermediate Hebrew. 0:00-2:14 Intro2...

1 year ago

1 hour 5 minutes

Hebrew Bible Insights

89. The Relationship Between Wisdom and the Torah with Rabbi Chaim Eisen

In this episode Rabbi Eisen shares insights about the connections and differences between Torah and Wisdom in the Hebrew Bible. Rabbi Chaim Eisen is joining us from Israel! He has been teaching, editing, and publishing on the Hebrew Bible, Talmud, Midrash, Medieval Jewish Philosophy, and more for over 40 years. In this episode, we talk about the relationship between Torah and wisdom. To learn more and Rabbi Chaim Eisen and connect more with his content, check out https://zionbiblest...

1 year ago

1 hour 8 minutes

Hebrew Bible Insights

88. What is Biblical Wisdom? (HBI first ever video course!)

What is Biblical wisdom? Wisdom is such an important topic of life, and it is critical to think about this biblically. In this special episode, Dr. Nathan French asks Matthew Delaney (MA Biblical Literature and Semitic Languages) questions about the first ever Hebrew Bible Insights video course. Matthew shares why he created the course, the methodology behind the research, as well as a number of insights from studying wisdom in the original languages of Hebrew and Aramaic of the Hebrew Bible....

1 year ago

53 minutes

Hebrew Bible Insights

87. Order and Meaning from the Writings/Ketuvim of the Hebrew Bible with Rabbi Chaim Eisen

Rabbi Chaim Eisen is joining us from Israel! He has been teaching, editing, and publishing on the Hebrew Bible, Talmud, Midrash, Medieval Jewish Philosophy, and more for over 40 years. In this episode, we talk about the third section of the Hebrew Bible called the “Ketuvim” or the “Writings.” The order of the books of the Hebrew Bible are very different from the order that many experience in Bibles in Christian communities. The way that books are grouped can impact how we interpret the books ...

1 year ago

1 hour 20 minutes

Hebrew Bible Insights

86. A Deep Dive into the Discourse of the Deluge with Dr. Douglas K. Smith

Dr. Douglas K. Smith gives a presentation based on his PhD dissertation in which he does a blended discourse analysis of the flood account in both the Hebrew Masoretic Text (MT) and Greek Septuagint (LXX). His goal is to validate a holistic methodology that can 1) discern the structure, coherence, and communicative purpose of the discourse and 2) compare the versions to reveal and assess the translation strategies of the translator of Greek Genesis. The presentation is followed by questions f...

1 year ago

59 minutes

Hebrew Bible Insights

85. Surprising wisdom in Exodus and implications for our lives today

What does the Bible have to say about wisdom? Matthew Delaney (MA Biblical Literature and Semitic Languages) discusses a part of Scripture where the English word for wisdom might not show up even though the Hebrew word does appear. This teaching has implications for how we understand Exodus, how we approach career, and has a challenging and encouraging message about our God given gifts and callings.Stay tuned for an upcoming video course on Biblical wisdom!Chapters0:00-3:00 Intro3:01-6:17 The...

1 year ago

29 minutes

Hebrew Bible Insights

84. Chad Bird - Hitchhiking with Prophets: a Ride Through the Salvation Story of the Old Testament

We have a conversation with Chad Bird inspired by his new book “Hitchhiking with Prophets: A Ride Through the Salvation Story of the Old Testament.” How do we summarize the Hebrew Bible in a way that is engaging and helpful? How do read difficult Psalms? How do we see Christ in the Hebrew Bible? We talk about all of this and more in today’s episode. Chad’s Book: https://shop.1517.org/products/9781956658866-hitchhiking-with-prophetsChad’s Book on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Hitchhiking...

1 year ago

59 minutes

Hebrew Bible Insights

83. Hebrew Language Insights from Habakkuk 3: Storm, Covenant, and Trust

Habakkuk 3 is one of the most unique chapters of all the poetic prophets in the Hebrew Bible. The content and literary genre are both unexpected twists in this powerful book. Matthew Delaney (MA Biblical Literature and Semitic Languages) shares Hebrew language insights from this chapter, reading the chapter in Hebrew along with his own translation with commentary. Chapters0:00-0:54 Intro0:55-7:08 Overview of Habakkuk7:09-10:06 Hebrew Reading - Habakkuk 310:07-14:49 Verse 1 - Staggering V...

1 year ago

46 minutes

Hebrew Bible Insights

82. Judgment and Salvation: A Rhetorical-Critical Reading of Noah's Flood in Genesis (Dr. Dustin Burlet)

Is the Flood more about “Salvation” or “Judgment”? Dr. Dustin Burlet has researched and published on this question. Following the methodology of rhetorical criticism, Dustin explores the rhetoric of the flood story in its ancient Near Eastern context to explore this question. Dustin G. Burlet is an instructor at Millar College of the Bible in Winnipeg, Manitoba. His reviews and articles have appeared in journals including the Canadian-American Theological Review, Conspectus, the Journal ...

1 year ago

1 hour 1 minute

Hebrew Bible Insights

81. The Hebrew Manuscripts of Ben Sira with Dr. Panc Beentjes

In this episode, we explore the Book of Ben Sira with Dr. Panc Beentjes, who shares the importance and nuance of studying the Hebrew manuscripts of the book. He provides an overview of Ben Sira’s significance, discusses the unique introduction by Ben Sira’s grandson, and explains the importance of the Hebrew manuscripts. Dr. Beentjes also touches on intriguing aspects like the potential reference to Job as a prophet and reads some of his favorite sections of the book.Dr. Beentjes is Professor...

1 year ago

1 hour 7 minutes