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Episode 53: Reading Josephus in Luke with Michael Kochenash

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In this conversation, Jared and Michael Kochenash explore the complexities of historical narratives, particularly in relation to the Gospels. They discuss the spectrum of historiography, the role of reading communities, and the importance of understanding the motivations behind the narratives. The conversation also delves into the challenges of chronology, the nature of censuses in the ancient world, and ethical considerations surrounding redacted citations in biblical studies. Michael shares insights into his research and offers recommendations for further reading, while also touching on personal interests in literature and children's books. Check out Michael’s book Roman Self-Representation and the Lukan Kingdom of God and his two fiction recommendations: Demon Copperhead and Trust.

If you are interested in hearing episodes a week before they are released for free, you can support the podcast for $5 a month on Patreon. For those of you who would like to support victims of sexual abuse Michael and Jared recommend The National Center for Missing and exploited Children and the Rape Abuse Incest National Network, respectively.

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In this conversation, Jared and Michael Kochenash explore the complexities of historical narratives, particularly in relation to the Gospels. They discuss the spectrum of historiography, the role of reading communities, and the importance of understanding the motivations behind the narratives. The conversation also delves into the challenges of chronology, the nature of censuses in the ancient world, and ethical considerations surrounding redacted citations in biblical studies. Michael shares insights into his research and offers recommendations for further reading, while also touching on personal interests in literature and children's books. Check out Michael’s book Roman Self-Representation and the Lukan Kingdom of God and his two fiction recommendations: Demon Copperhead and Trust.

If you are interested in hearing episodes a week before they are released for free, you can support the podcast for $5 a month on Patreon. For those of you who would like to support victims of sexual abuse Michael and Jared recommend The National Center for Missing and exploited Children and the Rape Abuse Incest National Network, respectively.

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