But Was Abraham Good? Ethical Complexity and Moral Reasoning in Genesis
We may take for granted that characters in the Book of Genesis, as in many stories, each manifest certain desires,…
Becoming Disciples: Moral Formation as Gift and Task
The gift of discipleship carries with it the task of actively and strenuously seeking to become the disciples God desires.
Purifying Ourselves: Moral Formation in the Bible
“And everyone who has this hope in [Jesus] purifies themselves as [Jesus] is pure” (1 John 3:3). What does it…
5 Things to Consider When Reading Biblical Law, Part II
Besides the uniqueness of Hebrew law, we must remain aware of our own legal assumptions and the narratized form of biblical law.
Before Plato, Jotham Extolled the ‘Reluctant Ruler’
Centuries before Plato wrote that the best rulers are reluctant ones, Jotham in the book of Judges told a fable arguing the same.
Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel Still Brings Jews and Christians Together
In her book club, Amanda Achtman saw why Jews and Christians have much to learn from the enduring legacy of Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel.
New Book: CHT Director Dr. Dru Johnson’s Biblical Philosophy
The ideas underlying the Center for Hebraic Thought culminate in a new book by CHT director Dr. Dru Johnson, Biblical…
How and Why Should We Rejoice in 2021? Understanding Joy in the Bible
How can we obey commands to have joy in the Bible? Consider the Festival of Booths to understand what joy means and how we can experience it.
The Moral Legacy of Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks: A Voice of Hope in the Conversation of Mankind
The late Rabbi Lord Jonathan Sacks left a profound moral and intellectual legacy both in and beyond the Jewish community.
