Costly Sacrifice Not Moral Dilemma

By: Mike Mazzalongo     Posted: Wed. Mar 25th
Discussion Questions
  1. How does understanding the ancient practice of child sacrifice change the way you read Genesis 22?
  2. What does Hebrews 11 reveal about Abraham's reasoning and faith during this event?
  3. How does God's provision of a substitute shape later biblical teaching about sacrifice and redemption?
Sources
  • Wenham, Gordon J., Genesis 16-50, Word Biblical Commentary, discussion of Genesis 22 and ancient Near Eastern sacrificial practices.
  • Walton, John H., Ancient Near Eastern Thought and the Old Testament, on cultural context and religious norms.
  • Hamilton, Victor P., The Book of Genesis: Chapters 18-50, NICOT, commentary on the theological purpose of the test.
  • Mazzalongo, Mike, Genesis P&R Series, BibleTalk.tv, instructional material on faith, sacrifice, and progressive revelation.
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