The Real Translation Of The 10 Commandments | The Ancients
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Uncover the historical, archaeological, and religious context of the Ten Commandments (the Decalogue) with Dr. Dylan Johnson.
Historian and biblical scholar Dr. Dylan Johnson joins Tristan Hughes to delve into the complex history of one of the world’s most famous texts. We go beyond the biblical narrative—found in Exodus and Deuteronomy—to explore the Ancient Near Eastern influences on the commandments, including parallels with Mesopotamian law codes and Assyrian vassal treaties. We look for archaeological evidence of the stone tablets, debate the true meaning of controversial rules like "You shall not kill" and "Don't covet," and discuss why the Decalogue was composed in a way that intentionally removed the human king from the relationship between Yahweh and the people of Israel.
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