Uncovering Sodom and Gomorrah w/ Dr. Dylan Johnson
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What really happened in Sodom and Gomorrah? Was it about immorality, or something deeper?
Dr. Dylan Johnson, expert in ancient Near Eastern law and the Hebrew Bible, joins Pastor Johnny Ova of Sound of Heaven Church to explore the historical, literary, and cultural context of this iconic story. From Mesopotamian parallels to the evolving biblical traditions, this conversation will challenge what you thought you knew.
It's now time to Dig In!
Chapters
1. Introduction to Sodom and Gomorrah (00:00:00)
2. Dylan Johnson's Academic Journey (00:03:58)
3. Historical vs. Devotional Reading of the Bible (00:06:58)
4. The Biblical Narrative of Sodom and Gomorrah (00:09:53)
5. The Role of Hospitality in the Narrative (00:12:35)
6. Theological Implications of Sodom's Sin (00:15:27)
7. Authorship of Genesis and Historical Context (00:18:29)
8. Archaeological Insights on Sodom and Gomorrah (00:21:20)
9. The Destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah: A Historical Perspective (00:26:18)
10. The Significance of Sodom and Gomorrah in Biblical Narratives (00:28:28)
11. Sodom as an Archetype of Sin (00:30:35)
12. Cultural Values and Customs in Ancient Near Eastern Contexts (00:34:24)
13. The Evolution of the Sodom and Gomorrah Narrative (00:37:28)
14. Encouraging a Deeper Understanding of Biblical Texts (00:41:29)
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