A new theory in cognitive science known as 'embodied cognition' is changing how scholars understand the origin of biblical laws.
Pink Elephants and the Pentateuch
The Pink Elephants scene from the movie 'Dumbo' might be helpful for explaining how the Pentateuch was composed.
5 Proofs the Hebrew Letter ‘Vav’ is Actually ‘Waw’
There are at least 5 pieces of evidence that conclusively prove that the pronunciation of the Hebrew letter Vav was "Waw", not "Vav".
Mere Creationism: C. S. Lewis and Moral Evolution
C. S. Lewis argues that morality cannot be explained by evolutionary herd instinct, and resorts to a creationist-style logic to make the case.
Lunatic, Liar, or Lord?: C. S. Lewis’ False Trichotomy
It is often said that, since Jesus claimed to be God, he was a "lunatic, liar, or Lord," but some argue that there are other possibilities.
The Strange Theory of the Egyptian Origin of Satan
Response to Jordan Peterson's claim that the biblical character Satan came from the Egyptian god Seth.
Did the Israelites Believe in Talking Animals?
Evidence that the ancient Israelites believed there was a time when animals could speak with humans.
Is Heaven a Good Place?
Is there a logical contradiction between free will and the idea of heaven as a perfect place?
Evidence That Moses Had Horns
My thoughts on the debate of whether Moses' face 'grew horns' or 'became radiant' in Exodus 34.
The Moral Worth of Animals in the Bible
An overview of biblical evidence that nonhuman animals have moral worth and moral agency.