In this episode of About Scripture, Dr. Ed Gallagher explores Daniel 12, a passage that introduces a new hope in the Old Testament—the resurrection of the dead. While much of the Hebrew Bible presents a murky view of the afterlife, Daniel 12 offers clarity on resurrection and judgment. Dr. Gallagher examines the biblical concept of Sheol, the development of Jewish and Christian beliefs about life after death, and how Jesus' resurrection transforms our understanding of eternity.
🔹 Topics Covered:
The Old Testament view of the afterlife and Sheol
How Daniel 12:2-3 introduces resurrection as a new hope
The contrast between Jewish and Christian eschatology
Paul’s discussion of resurrection in 1 Corinthians 15
How Jesus' resurrection serves as the firstfruits of our hope
🔹 Keywords & Hashtags:
#Daniel12 #BibleProphecy #Resurrection #Afterlife #ChristianPodcast #BiblicalHope #Eschatology #AboutScripture #OldTestamentTheology
Timestamps:
00:00 - Introduction: A new hope in Daniel 12
00:04 - What is Sheol? The Hebrew Bible’s view of the afterlife
07:00 - Job’s lament: No resurrection hope?
10:30 - Daniel 12:2-3—The first clear reference to resurrection
14:00 - The wise will shine like stars—A vision of transformation
17:30 - Resurrection in the New Testament: Paul’s view in 1 Corinthians 15
21:00 - Jesus as the firstfruits of resurrection
24:00 - Conclusion: The significance of Daniel 12
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