Jill is joined by Sharon Betsworth, professor of religion and director of the Wimberly School of Religion at Oklahoma City University, to discuss Luke 2:41-52.  In this passage Jesus is found learning in the Temple at 12 years old.  They discuss Jesus' understanding of his vocation, the nature of childhood in the ancient world, and questions of Luke's understanding of Jesus' divinity. Recommended Reading:T&amp;T Clark Handbook of Children in the Bible and Biblical World edited by Sharon Betsworth and Julie Faith ParkerChildren in Early Christian Narratives by Sharon BetsworthFollow this podcast on Twitter @notyourgmapod and instagram @notyourgrandmapodcast and leave us a nice 5 star review wherever you listen!notyourgrandmapodcast@gmail.comnygbspodcast.wordpress.com

Jill is joined by Sharon Betsworth, professor of religion and director of the Wimberly School of Religion at Oklahoma City University, to discuss Luke 2:41-52. In this passage Jesus is found learning in the Temple at 12 years old. They discuss Jesus' understanding of his vocation, the nature of childhood in the ancient world, and questions of Luke's understanding of Jesus' divinity. Recommended Reading: T&amp;T Clark Handbook of Children in the Bible and Biblical World edited by Sharon Betsworth and Julie Faith Parker Children in Early Christian Narratives by Sharon Betsworth Follow this podcast on Twitter @notyourgmapod and instagram @notyourgrandmapodcast and leave us a nice 5 star review wherever you listen! notyourgrandmapodcast@gmail.com <a href="http://nygbspodcast.wordpress.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">nygbspodcast.wordpress.com</a>

27. Jesus In The Temple: A Discussion with Sharon Betsworth (S03 E06)

Jill walks you through the importance of ancient letter writing, the anatomy of the ancient letter, and discusses some of the difficulty in interpreting New Testament letters.  She also discusses various approaches to Paul's correspondence with the Corinthian community to demonstrate how interpretation varies depending upon the questions you ask.  Transcript: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1tFsoyVqqkGJzNVRFjx11wAdHOPjVxYUc/view?usp=sharingsee also: Calvin Roetzel: The Letters of Paul: Conversations in Context.Warren Carter and Amy-Jill Levine -The New Testament: Methods and MeaningsAll other sources available at nygbspodcast.wordpress.comFollow us on Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook and leave us a nice five-star review wherever you listen.

Jill walks you through the importance of ancient letter writing, the anatomy of the ancient letter, and discusses some of the difficulty in interpreting New Testament letters. She also discusses various approaches to Paul's correspondence with the Corinthian community to demonstrate how interpretation varies depending upon the questions you ask. Transcript: <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1tFsoyVqqkGJzNVRFjx11wAdHOPjVxYUc/view?usp=sharing" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://drive.google.com/file/d/1tFsoyVqqkGJzNVRFjx11wAdHOPjVxYUc/view?usp=sharing</a> see also: Calvin Roetzel: The Letters of Paul: Conversations in Context. Warren Carter and Amy-Jill Levine -The New Testament: Methods and Meanings All other sources available at <a href="http://nygbspodcast.wordpress.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">nygbspodcast.wordpress.com</a> Follow us on Twitter, Instagram, or Facebook and leave us a nice five-star review wherever you listen.

26. The Basics of the Epistles (S03 E05)

Jill examines this problematic passage by focusing on the social circumstances of the Canaanite Woman (Justa) and her demon-possessed daughter and how Jesus' initial refusal to help her may have had life-or-death consequences for the family unit.Transcript: https://drive.google.com/file/d/10u01_xrM5I7Rj9XTu2zhUQE-reAvg2tq/view?usp=sharingSources can be found here: https://nygbspodcast.wordpress.com/2021/02/17/the-canaanite-woman-in-matthew/

Jill examines this problematic passage by focusing on the social circumstances of the Canaanite Woman (Justa) and her demon-possessed daughter and how Jesus' initial refusal to help her may have had life-or-death consequences for the family unit. Transcript: <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/10u01_xrM5I7Rj9XTu2zhUQE-reAvg2tq/view?usp=sharing" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://drive.google.com/file/d/10u01_xrM5I7Rj9XTu2zhUQE-reAvg2tq/view?usp=sharing</a> Sources can be found here: <a href="https://nygbspodcast.wordpress.com/2021/02/17/the-canaanite-woman-in-matthew/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://nygbspodcast.wordpress.com/2021/02/17/the-canaanite-woman-in-matthew/</a>

25. Canaanite Woman In Matthew (S03 E04)

In this episode, Jill discusses the genre "Rewritten Bible."  This genre describes the phenomenon of textual transmission wherein come communities intentionally recast, restructured, and/or retold books of the Bible.Transcript: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1N6aVI_6u4q-dr4WOkdEk4_07TxMXIxXI/view?usp=sharing

In this episode, Jill discusses the genre "Rewritten Bible." This genre describes the phenomenon of textual transmission wherein come communities intentionally recast, restructured, and/or retold books of the Bible. Transcript: <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1N6aVI_6u4q-dr4WOkdEk4_07TxMXIxXI/view?usp=sharing" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://drive.google.com/file/d/1N6aVI_6u4q-dr4WOkdEk4_07TxMXIxXI/view?usp=sharing</a>

24. Rewritten Bible (S03 E03)

In this episodes, Jill examines the births of the children of Leah, Bilhah, Zilpah, and Rachel.  The specific focus is on how the naming speeches of their children shed insight into the dynamics of one very complicated family.Transcript: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Mulcv8K9-CDLhYpSVxHGrzicUWA_iF2w/view?usp=sharingSources for this episode include Wil Gafney's monograph Womanist Midrash and Joan Ross-Burstall's article “Leah and Rachel: A Tale of Two Sisters.”  A full list of citations is available at nygbspodcast.wordpress.com.Follow NYGBS on Twitter @notyourgmapod and instagram @notyourgrandmapodcast

In this episodes, Jill examines the births of the children of Leah, Bilhah, Zilpah, and Rachel. The specific focus is on how the naming speeches of their children shed insight into the dynamics of one very complicated family. Transcript: <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Mulcv8K9-CDLhYpSVxHGrzicUWA_iF2w/view?usp=sharing" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Mulcv8K9-CDLhYpSVxHGrzicUWA_iF2w/view?usp=sharing</a> Sources for this episode include Wil Gafney's monograph Womanist Midrash and Joan Ross-Burstall's article “Leah and Rachel: A Tale of Two Sisters.” A full list of citations is available at <a href="http://nygbspodcast.wordpress.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">nygbspodcast.wordpress.com</a>. Follow NYGBS on Twitter @notyourgmapod and instagram @notyourgrandmapodcast

23. Mothers Of Israel (S03 E02)

In this episode, Jill takes a look at the book of Ruth, considering three major areas of investigation taken up by scholars: the concept of chesed, the custom of levirate marriage, and issue of Ruth’s ethnicity.  Transcript: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1I96G6RU96WAuFXs59KyPVoLMyKzlP5AD/view?usp=sharingSources for this episode include Kathleen Farmer's comments in the New Interpreter's Bible and Jeremy Schipper's Anchor Bible Commentary on Ruth.Follow NYGBS on Twitter @notyourgmapod and instagram @notyourgrandmapodcast

In this episode, Jill takes a look at the book of Ruth, considering three major areas of investigation taken up by scholars: the concept of chesed, the custom of levirate marriage, and issue of Ruth’s ethnicity. Transcript: <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1I96G6RU96WAuFXs59KyPVoLMyKzlP5AD/view?usp=sharing" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://drive.google.com/file/d/1I96G6RU96WAuFXs59KyPVoLMyKzlP5AD/view?usp=sharing</a> Sources for this episode include Kathleen Farmer's comments in the New Interpreter's Bible and Jeremy Schipper's Anchor Bible Commentary on Ruth. Follow NYGBS on Twitter @notyourgmapod and instagram @notyourgrandmapodcast

22.  Introduction to Ruth (S3 E01)

Have you ever wondered what it meant to be a prophet?  Why were they so dramatic sometimes? What's the point they're trying to make? Is Ezekiel talking about aliens?!?!  Why do they matter anyway?Check out this episode and find some answers!Transcript: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1it0iFPGA6R_Tkf3DFvKJ-pY4cWTl-GAH/view?usp=sharingImportant sources:Wilda Gafney, Daughters of MiriamPaul Redditt, Introduction to the Prophets

Have you ever wondered what it meant to be a prophet? Why were they so dramatic sometimes? What's the point they're trying to make? Is Ezekiel talking about aliens?!?! Why do they matter anyway? Check out this episode and find some answers! Transcript: <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1it0iFPGA6R_Tkf3DFvKJ-pY4cWTl-GAH/view?usp=sharing" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://drive.google.com/file/d/1it0iFPGA6R_Tkf3DFvKJ-pY4cWTl-GAH/view?usp=sharing</a> Important sources: Wilda Gafney, Daughters of Miriam Paul Redditt, Introduction to the Prophets

21. Overview Of Prophets (S02 E08)

This episode explores the murder of the Midianite princess described in Numbers 25 by considering the ways that she has been treated in contemporary interpretations and by looking at how her body is used to develop the identity of Phinehas the priest.

20. Cozbi's Murder in Numbers 25 (S02 E07)

Lisa Wolfe

In this week's episode, Jill and Zac interview Dr. Lisa M. Wolfe, Professor of Hebrew Bible at Oklahoma City University, on her book "Wisdom Commentary: Qoheleth (Ecclesiastes)."  This discussion centers around how someone can do a feminist reading of a book with very few women in it!  Dr. Wolfe's book is available through Liturgical Press.

19. Qoheleth/Ecclesiastes and Feminism: An Interview with Lisa Wolfe (S02 E06)

Who will King Ahasuerus choose? In this shorter episode, Jill and Zac discuss an overview of the book of Esther as well as some of the more interesting aspects of Esther's tradition.

18. Esther aka The Bachelor: Mesopotamia (S02 E05)

We're two scholars, Jill Engelhardt (New Testament) and Zac Poppen (Hebrew Bible), who are reading through biblical texts, from the well-known to the obscure and even the problematic, to make biblical scholarship accessible to a wide range of people.

Jephthah made a terrible-awful-not-very-good (and totally unnecessary) vow and his daughter paid the price. Listen in as Jill and Zac talk about the broad overview of the Deuteronomistic History, the book of Judges itself, some discussion on the harmful portrayals of Jephthah's daughter, and why no one should try to recuperate the image of Jephthah.

17. Jephthah's Daughter (S02 E04)

Who was Miriam? Was she Moses' sister? There's more to Miriam than meets the eye. Find out the roles this important woman played, the details of her tradition, and some things you may not have known about Miriam on this week's episode with Jill and Zac!

16. Miriam (S02 E03)

In this thrilling second installment, Jill and Zac continue their discussion on the Synoptic Problem.

15. The Synoptic Problem - Part 2 (S02 E02)

We're back! Have you ever wondered why the gospels of Matthew, Mark, and Luke are so similar? Has anyone figured out how they're related? Which was one was first? And what on earth is Q? Listen in on Jill and Zac as they talk about the history and issues of the Synoptic Problem (Part 1).

14. The Synoptic Problem - Part 1 (S02 E01)

Warren Carter

In this continuation from last week’s episode, Jill and Dr. Carter talk about the Magi/Wise People and King Herod. And once again, the Roman Empire is at heart of what’s happening in the text of Matthew 2. A special thanks to Dr. Carter for coming on the show!

13. Matthew 2: A Discussion with Warren Carter (S01 E13)

In this episode, Jill sits down with Dr. Warren Carter to discuss the interesting features of Matthew 1. They engaged with two major questions: What are the significance of genealogies in the ancient world? And why does Matthew's birth narrative differ from Luke's? Grab your headphones and check it out!

12. Matthew 1: A Discussion with Warren Carter (S01 E12)

*TW: Rape* In a special episode for Halloween, Jill and Zac sift through the grotesque and horrifying story of the woman in Judges 19. In order to address such horror, Zac utilizes some Gothic scholarship to better understand the violence in the text.

11. The Horror in Judges 19 (S01 E11)

Why is that women are asked to veil themselves in 1 Cor. 11? And what's the deal with needing to veil yourself because of the angels? Find out in this episode where Jill and Zac tackle the strange section of 1 Corinthians 11 that contains some prescriptive language regarding women and veils. Thanks to Ashley for suggesting this topic!

10. The Veils of 1 Corinthians 11 (S01 E10)

Have you ever wondered about what the legal codes say about strangers in the Hebrew Bible? What does Hagar's name actually mean? In this episode, Jill and Zac discuss the figure of Hagar and the implications of reading her story in Genesis 16 in a different way. They cover some background information on the "ger" ("stranger" or "foreigner") and how the critical concept of Enrique Dussel's analectics contributes to a justice-oriented reading of Hagar's abuse and mistreatment. This episode also includes an important Womanist reading of Hagar as well some thoughts about how Hagar's story intersects with the immigration context in the United States.

9. Hagar (S01 E09)

Biblical texts have long, complicated histories. Which communities found which version to be authoritative? And why are so many Christians concerned about finding the "original" text? In this episode, Jill and Zac take a look at the confusing and often dense field of scholarship known as textual criticism to better understand the difficult task of sorting through the many versions of a biblical story/text.

8. Biblical Texts and Their Complicated Histories (S01 E08)

Huzzah to fellow goofy, Bible nerds!!

Also, please work on the audio. Full five stars for content... But was tempted to give fewer stars just because it’s so hard to hear.

Content: GREAT! Sound: Not As Great.

My opinion is that this podcast will open your eyes to see things from other&#39;s eyes!
Carry On!

Brilliant!

Not Your Grandma's Bible Study Podcast

In this episode, Jill and Zac discuss Hannah and her song in 1 Sam 2:1-10, how scholars have interpreted the song, and why she should be considered a prophet.

3. Hannah (S01 E03)

Ever wondered about the obscure "bitter water" ceremony in Numbers 5? Did you know that James has a Gospel? And did you know there's a connection between them? In this episode, Jill and Zac wade through the murky depths of a strange ritual in the Old Testament and how the Gospel of James makes use of this rite in testing Mary, the mother of Jesus.

4. Biblical Magic: The Sotah Ritual and Proto-James (S01 E04)

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