Answers to Giant Questions

<p>The podcast that answers YOUR questions about the Biblical Nephilim! Supplementary to the book, “Answers to Giant Questions” by author and host T.J. Steadman.</p>

The Functional Nimrod

TJ and Kris close out their series of episodes on Nimrod, discussing the purpose of Nimrod’s story before discussing the idea that Cain and Abel might have been twins.

09-29
29:55

Mystery, Nimrod

TJ and Kris continue in their series of episodes on Nimrod, discussing Alexander Hislop’s seminal work, “The Two Babylons.” Then they discuss the ideas of nomadic lifestyle and covenants in Scripture.

09-19
36:03

Nimrod Goes To Hell (Probably)

TJ and Kris continue in their series of episodes on Nimrod, looking at ancient near eastern stories and the way the biblical author contrasts Enoch and Nimrod. Then they address a question about the persistence of natural disasters despite the provisions of God’s covenant with Noah.

09-12
38:00

The Kingdom of Nimrod

TJ and Kris continue in their series of episodes exploring the biblical Nimrod, diving deeply into the text of Genesis 10 and its connections to the Nephilim. Then they tackle some criticisms of the book of Enoch.

09-05
38:51

The Exploits of Enmerkar

TJ and Kris begin a series of episodes exploring the biblical Nimrod by diving into his legendary background in ancient near eastern material, and his possible involvement in an ancient necromancy ritual.

08-29
35:22

The Wrath of Kham

TJ and Kris explore the lineage of Ham, youngest son of Noah. Then they wrestle with death and dying in an enigmatic wisdom text.

08-22
35:58

Japheth And Sons

TJ and Kris explore the lineage of Japheth, eldest son of Noah. Then they tackle a question about demons and their relationship to giants.

08-16
46:58

Setting the Table: Intro to Genesis 10

TJ and Kris introduce season 10 of the podcast with an introduction to Genesis chapter 10. Then they examine Egyptian curse texts and compare them to Biblical references to some famous giants.

08-08
55:03

Mad Season: The End of the Flood

TJ and Kris review season nine of the show, and look forward to Genesis 10. They also tackle a question about the biological sexuality of Adam, the first man.

07-04
42:01

Old Man Noah

TJ and Kris return to the primeval genealogy, following the conclusion of the flood story. Then they go back to Eden to revisit a time before agriculture was even a thing.

06-27
30:30

The Cursing Of Canaan

TJ and Kris talk about the curse of Canaan and how it plays out in the Biblical narrative. Then they discuss the story of the destruction of Sodom, and the way that God responds to the cries of the righteous and evildoers.

06-20
37:07

The Sign

TJ and Kris talk about the bow in the sky; God’s weapon of war laid down in a covenant of peace. Then they look at stories of the Immortals from medieval China, and connections to the Middle Eastern flood traditions.

06-13
31:40

My Three (Four?) Sons

TJ and Kris explore the cryptic story of what happened in Noah's tent. Warning: potentially sensitive content. After that, TJ talks about John H. Walton’s new book.

06-06
46:48

Covenant, Water and Fire

TJ and Kris begin their conversation about the covenant that God makes with Noah and his descendants, and its connection to cosmic forces of darkness and judgement. Then TJ takes a question about the three falls described in the Primeval History.

05-30
36:26

The Blood And The Image

TJ and Kris talk about the sacred nature of human life, and discover some interesting ties to Genesis 4 in the blessing that God gives to Noah and his sons. Then they tackle a question about the serpent in the Garden of Eden.

05-23
26:59

Fear And Dread And Bacon

TJ and Kris continue their examination of the blessing that God gives to Noah and his sons. Then they examine the idea of Christ’s abandonment on the cross.

05-16
32:22

A New Blessing

TJ and Kris open chapter 9 of Genesis with a look at the blessing that God gives Noah after the flood. Then they talk about how the atmosphere in ancient times might have been conducive to gigantic living things.

05-09
31:49

It is Good To Be Back: Intro to Genesis 9

TJ and Kris review the early chapters of Genesis before reading chapter 9 and discussing the new season of the show. Then they tackle a Giant Question about the embodiment of pre-flood angels and the Immaculate Conception.

04-30
57:15

Season 8 Wrap

TJ and Kris review Season 8 of the show and talk about the resolution of the Flood narrative, looking forward to next season and the new beginning for Noah and the human story.

12-13
39:33

The More Things Change…

TJ and Kris look at creation after the flood, which signifies a new and different order of things in the world. Then they explore Sheol and Hades.

11-15
32:18

Diane Lewis

Is that a CAT in the background? Poor thing.

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