Why did God tell Abraham to sacrifice Isaac?
Abraham is considered our father in faith by three major religions: Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. So, let’s begin there. Abraham (or Abram, as we first…
book of genesis
Can you explain the dietary laws found in scripture? Should we still follow them today?
It’s important to understand the Jewish dietary laws within the broader context of the covenant. For the people of Israel, the Law describes in everyday…
Is the story of creation in Genesis literally true?
The story is true but not necessarily fact. Huh? Catholic Scripture scholars tell us that some parts of the Bible use figurative language to express…
What’s the Best Way to Read the Bible?
Usually, we read a book by starting on page one and continuing through to the last page. Makes sense, right? Although we may be tempted…
