Ryan Chester discusses his Journal of Biblical Literature article “The Jurisprudential Significance of אשר: A Case Study in Leviticus 10:1–3.” He delves into the significance of Leviticus 10:1-3, exploring the concept of “ashér” and its implications in biblical law and jurisprudence. The discussion highlights the nuances of translation, particularly the role of punctuation, and the importance of understanding atonement in the context of sacrificial practices. Chester emphasizes the need to grasp the philosophical underpinnings of law as opposed to merely its textual aspects, providing a comprehensive view of biblical jurisprudence. Resources recommended in this conversation include Ancient Near Eastern Thought and the Old Testament: Introducing the Conceptual World of the Hebrew Bible, Jewish Women in Greco-Roman Palestine: An Inquiry into Image and Status, From Hew Cradle to Hew Grave: The Role of Religion in the Life of the Israelite and the Babylonian Woman, Anthropology of the Old Testament, Deuteronomy and the Material Transmission of Tradition, and the novels of Louis L’Amour.
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