Join Christopher Enoch for a deep historical-critical study of 2 Kings Chapter 1 through Chapter 2:13. In this session, we strip away later theological sanitization to uncover the raw history of the text. We examine the political rebellion of Moab confirmed by the Mesha Stele , the linguistic insult hidden in the name "Beelzebub" (Lord of the Flies) , and the moral complexity of Elijah calling down fire upon the captains of fifty.

This episode also tackles major chronological contradictions regarding King Joram , explores the geographical "un-conquest" of Elijah’s final journey , and clarifies the true meaning of Elisha’s request for a "double portion". Finally, we investigate the New Testament connection between Elijah’s ascension and John the Baptist.

00:00:00 Introduction: 2 Kings & The Rebellion of Moab

00:01:40 The Mesha Stele: Archaeology vs. Scripture

00:04:12 Naming Conventions: Kings vs. Kingdoms

00:05:40 Ahaziah’s Fall & The Inquiry to Ekron

00:06:55 Deep Dive: Beelzebub vs. Baal-Zebul (Lord of the Flies)

00:10:12 Beelzebub in the New Testament & Manuscripts

00:15:00 Why Chronicles Omits the Judgments of Kings

00:17:00 The Angel of Yahweh: Identity & Authority

00:21:10 The Death Sentence for Ahaziah

00:23:20 Elijah the "Hairy Man" & Prophetic Garb

00:25:15 Fire from Heaven: Judgment on the Captains of Fifty

00:31:10 The Third Captain: Humility & Mercy

00:34:58 The Great Chronological Contradiction of Joram

00:39:34 Lost Books: The Chronicles of the Kings of Israel

00:41:00 Elijah’s Ascension: The "Un-Conquest" of the Land

00:43:00 Geography of Gilgal & The Sons of the Prophets

00:47:14 Parting the Jordan River

00:48:22 Understanding the "Double Portion" Inheritance

00:49:16 The Chariots of Fire & John the Baptist as Elijah

Join Christopher Enoch for Part 15 of the Genesis Series for a fascinating deep dive into the story of the Tower of Babel from Genesis 11:1-9.

Did you know the Bible mentions the "city" of Babel more than the tower? Or that evidence from Genesis 10 suggests multiple languages already existed?

In this session, Christopher challenges the traditional interpretation, exploring the original Hebrew to reveal a deeper meaning. Discover how "one language" (echad saphah) likely referred to a unified and efficient communication system rather than a single global tongue. Learn why the "tower whose top is in the heavens" was likely a figure of speech for immense pride, similar to language used by Jesus himself.

We'll also look at extra-biblical texts like "Legends of the Jews" to understand the role of Nimrod and compare key manuscripts like the Samaritan Pentateuch and the Septuagint to uncover crucial differences.

This isn't just a story about languages; it's about the power of unity, communication, and the pride that threatened heaven itself.

Chapters 00:00:00 - Intro: The Real Story of Babel 00:00:52 - More Than a Tower: The City of Babel 00:03:10 - The "One Language" Contradiction in Genesis 10 00:07:20 - Hebrew Deep Dive: "Eretz" (Land) vs. "Earth" 00:10:45 - Hebrew Deep Dive: "Echad Saphah" (Unified Lip) & "Dabar" (One Word) 00:21:07 - The Secret History: Nimrod, Abraham & The Legends of the Jews 00:37:52 - Reaching Heaven? The Figurative Meaning of the Tower 00:44:29 - Why God "Came Down": A Response to Prayer 00:50:51 - A Threat to Heaven? God's Surprising Reaction 00:55:20 - Manuscript Clues: Masoretic vs. Samaritan Text on "Lips" 00:57:18 - The Scattering & Naming of Babel 01:00:04 - Final Summary and Conclusions 01:02:24 - Live Chat Q&A ---------------------------------------------------------- Support this Channel Every night, we pour countless hours, energy, and resources into producing high-quality live streams that inspire, connect, and uplift our community. Behind every stream is a massive effort — from equipment, software, and technical support, to the sheer dedication it takes to show up consistently. But we can’t do it alone. Your support directly fuels this mission, ensuring we can continue delivering these streams night after night. Every donation, big or small, makes an immediate impact — keeping the lights on, the cameras rolling, and the community thriving. If you have ever felt connected, blessed, or moved by our broadcasts, now’s your chance to give back. Be a vital part of this journey — help sustain something truly special. Donate today — because together, we will change the world!

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Was Jesus against all tradition? Many churches teach that Yeshua came to abolish the "traditions of men," pitting him against the Pharisees and their customs. But what if that's not the whole story?

In this deep dive, Christopher Enoch challenges the common anti-tradition narrative by revealing the overwhelming evidence of Jesus and His apostles actively participating in Jewish traditions not explicitly written in the Torah. Discover how the "Oral Law" is not an enemy to be defeated, but an essential key to unlocking a deeper understanding of the Scriptures.

You will learn:

* The one specific tradition Jesus condemned and why it violated the Torah's greater commandments.

* Surprising Jewish traditions that Jesus practiced, including the Last Supper Seder, the Lord's Prayer (His version of the Amida), and even His method for defeating Satan.

* How the saying "the Sabbath was made for man, not man for the Sabbath" comes directly from ancient Jewish traditional teaching.

* Why the apostles in the Book of Acts continued to live by the customs of the fathers.

* How your Bible translation itself relies on Jewish tradition to make sense of the original Hebrew.

If you've ever felt that something was missing from the modern understanding of the Bible, this episode will connect the dots and equip you to approach Scripture with the intellectual humility it deserves.

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Timestamps 00:00:00 Introduction: Tradition vs. Torah 00:01:15 Critical Thinking: The Parable of the Soils 00:03:13 Mindset of Presumption vs. Humility 00:06:36 Three Practices for Cultivating Humility 00:11:05 Main Topic: Defining Torah vs. Tradition 00:13:43 My Personal Journey from Being Anti-Tradition 00:15:27 The Traditions Hidden in Your Own Bible 00:17:49 Jesus Was Against a TINY Fraction of Traditions 00:20:23 Unpacking Mark 7: The Corban Rule Explained 00:24:29 Understanding the Hierarchy of Commandments 00:30:01 EVIDENCE 1: Defeating Satan with Torah (A Jewish Tradition) 00:37:57 EVIDENCE 2: Attending Synagogue on Sabbath (Luke 4) 00:42:26 EVIDENCE 3: The Lord's Prayer is a Jewish Amida Prayer 00:48:03 EVIDENCE 4: The Last Supper Was a Traditional Seder 00:50:50 EVIDENCE 5: "Sabbath for Man" Comes from the Talmud 00:55:35 Matthew 23: Jesus UPHOLDS the Pharisees' Teaching 01:06:22 Why the Oral Law is ESSENTIAL for Interpretation 01:09:21 The Apostles & Tradition in the Book of Acts 01:18:12 Acts 21: James Confronts Paul About Forsaking the Customs 01:21:43 Paul's Defense of Jewish Traditions 01:23:44 Conclusion: A Balanced Approach to Tradition