New Testament writings about Jews may sound inflammatory in modern ears. A New Testament scholar with ties to both Judaism and Christianity helps us put these writings in context and look for meaning in the Passion that Hollywood and popular culture can’t convey.

Joel Marcus — The Jewish Roots of the Christian Story

We’re called to create a better world, but what about the more immediate task of creating our own lives? Inspired by a quote of Thomas Merton. Limited series (2016-2017) that explored running as a spiritual practice and humor as a tool for survival. Hosted by Lily Percy.

Share Joel Marcus — The Jewish Roots of the Christian Story

Sign up to save your podcasts

Joel Marcus — The Jewish Roots of the Christian Story

Joel Marcus — The Jewish Roots of the Christian Story

More shows like Creating Our Own Lives

Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me!

On the Media

On Being with Krista Tippett

Becoming Wise

This Movie Changed Me

Poetry Unbound

Handsome