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Podcast: New Books in Ancient History
Episode: David C Mitchell, "Jesus: The Incarnation of the Word" (2021)
Description: Did the prophets foretell a priestly Messiah? Who was the mysterious figure of Melchizedek? In his new book, Jesus: The Incarnation of the Word, David Mitchell uses exegetical acumen and his expertise in ancient sources, to offer intriguing answers to these and other questions. Join us as we speak with David about his latest book on the Messiah.David C. Mitchell, biblical scholar and musicologist, is Director of Music in Holy Trinity Pro-Cathedral Brussels. His other books include: The Message of the Psalter: An Eschatological Programme in the Book of Psalms, and Messiah ben Joseph. Michae...