What does it really mean to be made in God’s image?

Is it about how we look, how we act… or something far more profound that we’ve missed for centuries?

In this eye-opening episode of the Buried Bible Podcast, ancient Near Eastern scholar Dr. Mark Chavalas takes a deep look into the cultural and historical context behind Genesis 1:26–2:3, exploring what it meant to be made in the "image and likeness" of God—not just to modern Christians, but to the original audience in the ancient world.

🔥 In This Episode:

➡️ What “Image of God” actually meant in the ancient Near East

➡️ The divine council and why God says, “Let us make mankind”

➡️ Why being made in God's image was once reserved for kings

➡️ How Genesis flips that on its head to give everyone royal identity

➡️ Temple imagery, sacred space, and God dwelling with humanity

➡️ The shocking connection between Eden, Jesus, and the Church

➡️ What this means for your purpose, identity, and calling today

📚 Why This Episode Matters:

We often gloss over “made in God’s image” without grasping how radical that claim was to the ancient world.

This episode uncovers the revolutionary theology buried in Genesis—where every human, not just rulers, is crowned with divine purpose. You’ll walk away with a deeper understanding of your value and God’s vision for sacred space… on earth as it is in heaven.

💬 Let’s Talk in the Comments:

What stood out to you about the divine image or the temple theme? What questions do you have about Genesis or ancient context?

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