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June 30, 2025 74 mins

The Dead Sea Scrolls are one of the most fascinating and important archaeological discoveries for understanding the world of the Bible. In this episode, we sit down with Dead Sea Scrolls scholar, Dr. Andrew Perrin, to explore the rich and complex world of these ancient texts. From the famous Isaiah Scroll and the commentary on Habakkuk to Aramaic dream visions, scribal traditions, and the Pseudepigrapha, this conversation uncovers the diversity of writings found at Qumran. We also dive into the Enoch literature, the War Scroll, and how the theme of Messiah shows up in the scrolls. Along the way, we discuss the historical context of Scripture, the role of scribes, and the importance of curiosity when it comes to exploring these texts. Whether you’re new to the Dead Sea Scrolls or looking to deepen your understanding, this episode offers insights, resources, and plenty to reflect on.

Link to Dr. Andrew Perrin’s book “Lost Words and Forgotten Worlds: Rediscovering the Dead Sea Scrolls” https://a.co/d/essK7cm

Dr. Andrew Perrin’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@DrAndrewPerrin/featured

Dr. Andrew Perrin’s recommended Dead Sea Scroll Resources

Digital Images of Dead Sea Scrolls: https://www.deadseascrolls.org.il/?locale=en_US

Dead Sea Scrolls Bible: https://a.co/d/44awjn8

The Dead Sea Scrolls: a New Translation: https://a.co/d/aJSzXnV

Chapters

0:00-2:09 Intro
2:10-10:21 Isaiah in the Dead Sea Scrolls
10:22-18:28 Commentary on Habakkuk in the Dead Sea Scrolls
18:29-24:10 Aramaic dream vision texts
24:11-30:02 Scribal and Sacred Languages
30:03-37:12 Pseudepigrapha
37:13-43:25 Enoch
43:26-49:38 The War Scroll and Ritual Purity
49:39-53:12 Historical context of Scripture
53:13-57:02 The influence of scribes
57:03-1:02:29 Theme of Messiah in Dead Sea Scrolls
1:02:30-1:10:36 Personal thoughts on searching and being curious
1:10:37- Resources for Dead Sea Scrolls

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