Context Matters

Jesus, Hillel, and Shammai

Episode Summary

Dr. Nicholas Schaser is an Assistant professor of Religious Studies at Macalester College. He specializes in Jewish Studies and the New Testament.

Episode Notes

Dr. Nicholas Schaser introduces us to the fascinating world of rabbinic interpretation. Today we talk about how similar Jesus is to his contemporary sages like Hillel and Shammai. What were their views of interpretation? What kind of humor did the sages use? 

Find out more about Dr. Schaser HERE

Explore his book: A Ransom for Israel: Jesus and Jewish Salvation in Matthew

Read short articles by Dr. Schaser on Israel Bible Center's website HERE

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