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In this episode of Five-Minute Debate, we dive into one of the Bible's most intriguing mysteries: the height of the Nephilim, the so-called "giants" of Genesis 6:4 and Numbers 13:33. Were they towering, superhuman beings as some traditions suggest, or is their "giant" status symbolic of power and corruption? Biblical scholars Dr. Marcus Calloway and Dr. Rachel Adar go head-to-head, drawing on insights from experts like John Walton, Michael Heiser, Bruce Waltke, and Kenneth Kitchen. Were the Nephilim literal skyscrapers or just larger-than-life in reputation? Tune in for a fascinating debate about these ancient figures!
By RM SmithIn this episode of Five-Minute Debate, we dive into one of the Bible's most intriguing mysteries: the height of the Nephilim, the so-called "giants" of Genesis 6:4 and Numbers 13:33. Were they towering, superhuman beings as some traditions suggest, or is their "giant" status symbolic of power and corruption? Biblical scholars Dr. Marcus Calloway and Dr. Rachel Adar go head-to-head, drawing on insights from experts like John Walton, Michael Heiser, Bruce Waltke, and Kenneth Kitchen. Were the Nephilim literal skyscrapers or just larger-than-life in reputation? Tune in for a fascinating debate about these ancient figures!