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Kicking off a year-long journey through the “Wisdom of Sirach”! Jamey opens the doors to Sirach, an ancient book of wisdom that’s been a gui...
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A Podcast About a Collection of Books with a Curious Pedigree and an Even Stranger Legacy - The so-called apocryphal books are the Rodney Dangerfield of the Bible—they get no respect. Well,...

Kicking off a year-long journey through the “Wisdom of Sirach”! Jamey opens the doors to Sirach, an ancient book of wisdom that’s been a gui...

Guided tour—exploring stories, heroes, and lessons from the “extra” Scriptures. And which “extra” books are we talking about? In this episod...

Jamey reintroduces listeners to the often-overlooked “extra” books and explains their unique place in the Orthodox canon. This episode sets...

Dive deeper into Orthodox interpretation and reading practices of Scripture. Building on last week’s foundation, Jamey explores more practic...

With the new era underway, Jamey guides listeners through the art and science of reading Scripture as an Orthodox Christian. Discover essent...

From Bible Answer Man to Orthodox Convert, Hank finds himself with a few extra chapters! Hank Hanegraaff, famed host of the “Bible Answer Ma...

Orthodox priest and author Fr. Stephen De Young returns to discuss his latest work, Apocrypha. In this episode, Joel and Jamey venture beyon...

Ending one chapter, beginning another—Joel signs off, and Jamey carries the torch. After four years and many legendary conversations, Joel M...

Evangelical author and blogger Traci Rhoades grew up Southern Baptist, with a stint as a Presbyterian, and ended up in a Reformed faith comm...

Joel and Jamey take a look back at the Wisdom of Solomon, hitting a few highlights and takeaways, and answering listener questions.

An interview with Fr. Alexis Kouri on how Wisdom fits into the Christian life for both new believers and old.

Fr. Alexis Kouri of the Daily Orthodox Scriptures podcast reads to us from the Wisdom of Solomon in preparation for Jamey's and Joel's discu...

Wisdom completes its survey of the Exodus, comparing the fates of the wise and the foolish.

Fr. Alexis Kouri of the Daily Orthodox Scriptures podcast reads to us from the Wisdom of Solomon in preparation for Jamey's and Joel's discu...

The author of Wisdom continues the argument about idolatry, comparing the distinct fates of Israel and the Egyptians.

Fr. Alexis Kouri of the Daily Orthodox Scriptures podcast reads to us from the Wisdom of Solomon in preparation for Jamey's and Joel's discu...

The author of Wisdom takes aim at idolatry, targeting nature worship and graven images, while pretty much all hell breaks loose.

Fr. Alexis Kouri of the Daily Orthodox Scriptures podcast reads to us from the Wisdom of Solomon in preparation for Jamey's and Joel's discu...

God loves the world he created and "stingily" metes out judgement to lead humans to repentance and salvation.

Fr. Alexis Kouri of the Daily Orthodox Scriptures podcast reads to us from the Wisdom of Solomon in preparation for Jamey's and Joel's discu...

Solomon's prayer for wisdom and its demonstration in history from Adam through the Exodus.

Fr. Alexis Kouri of the Daily Orthodox Scriptures podcast reads to us from the Wisdom of Solomon in preparation for Jamey's and Joel's discu...

Wisdom plays an essential role in human affairs, from the average person all the way up to royalty.

Fr. Alexis Kouri of the Daily Orthodox Scriptures podcast reads to us from the Wisdom of Solomon in preparation for Jamey's and Joel's discu...

The worldly endeavors and boastings of this life are like vapors that quickly dissipate. And we are paid a visit from a particular character...

Fr. Alexis Kouri of the Daily Orthodox Scriptures podcast reads to us from the Wisdom of Solomon in preparation for Jamey's and Joel's discu...

God makes promises to those who pursue wisdom and trust in him, but the foolishness of the ungodly is even worse than at first glance.

Fr. Alexis Kouri of the Daily Orthodox Scriptures podcast reads to us from the Wisdom of Solomon in preparation for Jamey's and Joel's discu...

Joel and Jamey get into the two paths laid out before everyone: wisdom and folly.

Fr. Alexis Kouri of the Daily Orthodox Scriptures podcast reads to us from the Wisdom of Solomon in preparation for Jamey and Joel's discuss...

“Bad” Books of the Bible is back with a new series on the Wisdom of Solomon, one of the church fathers’ best-loved, most-quoted books from t...

Rediscover a little classic of penitential devotion, used by Christians across traditions and throughout the centuries.

How should readers understand the violence of 1 Maccabees or the Old Testament in general? We close out our conversation with several tough...

How should readers understand the violence of 1 Maccabees or the Old Testament in general? We introduce the problem and some sticky passages...

Jamey Bennett and Joel Miller discuss their key takeaways from 1 Maccabees and answer listener questions.

The intrigue continues, and the story comes full circle as we meet yet another Antiochus and end up back in Modein. Plus, we discuss the sig...

We take a few minutes to review the story. Then, the primary drama comes to a close as Simon ascends the throne, expels the enemy, and wins...

Jonathan navigates the perils of Greek politics and runs aground. Plus: History has layers!

Theron Mathis, author of The Rest of the Bible, discusses the ongoing relevance of the so-called Apocrypha in church and devotional life wit...

Jonathan plays Syrian politics and wins big. Plus, we take a deep dive into Jewish festivals, just in time for Hanukkah.

Alcimus, a compromising priest, takes the stage; Judas gets the band back together; and Israel allies with Rome. Plus: How the heck did ever...

Antiochus the Madman dies, the Seleucids loosen their grip, and the Jews take another step toward freedom. Bonus: Joel provides some backgro...

A look inside some of our favorite books for studying the so-called Apocrypha. Plus: How did ancient Jews access the Torah?

Judas Maccabeus takes charge, earns his nickname “The Hammer,” and rededicates the Temple. Plus, what do ugly Hanukkah sweaters have to do w...

Mattathias refuses participation in pagan worship and starts a revolt—before dying and leaving his sons in charge. Joel Miller and Jamey Ben...

“Bad” Books of the Bible returns with an essential chapter in Jewish history. 1 Maccabees 1 covers the rise of tyrant and “madman” Antiochus...

Bad Books of the Bible is back, introducing a book that sets the historical and cultural stage for the New Testament world of Jesus and the...

We chat with Orthodox priest and author Fr. Patrick Henry Reardon on the Bible’s place in human life and imagination.

We chat with the renowned Jewish New Testament scholar about the themes of Tobit, its historical context, and contemporary applications. Dr....

But wait there’s more! Joel and Jamey answer listener questions, revisit a few themes of Tobit, and announce some bonus interviews in the ne...