The concept of Israel’s holiness is a complex issue for Christians. Here’s a breakdown of the dilemma: Continue reading
30Apr/24
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The concept of Israel’s holiness is a complex issue for Christians. Here’s a breakdown of the dilemma: Continue reading
Chris Greenough, Edge Hill University
Have you ever wondered why so many images depicting the crucifixion show Jesus with a very defined, slender and toned body? Either slim, but with a six-pack, or displaying muscles and brawn. While these images are hardly a reflection of what little can be surmised about the historical Jesus, they certainly reflect social and cultural ideas about masculinity and idealised notions of manhood.