We've reached one of the most uncomfortable pairing of narratives in the Tanakh. Buried within are echoes of the stories immediately preceding it, as well as language which clues us into parallels to Genesis 3, and the story of Noah, as well as calling forward to parts of Exodus. Josh, Tori, and Brendan dig in to unearth these allusions, as well as attempting to provide some levity in the midst of such a heavy chapter.

Key Words

• Moab (מוֹאָב) - Of My Father, Who Is Your Father?
• Ben-ammi (בֶּן־עַמִּי) - Son Of My People

Sources

• Bible Hub
• Abarim Publications

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