Author Archives: Benj

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About Benj

I’m a native North Jerseyan, transplanted to Pennsylvania...lived and taught in Eastern Europe for six years…Old Testament professor, author, minister, musician, liturgist…husband to Corrie…father to Daniel and Elizabeth.

Of making many books there is no end, and much study is a weariness of the flesh

Posted on 31 March 2012 by Benj

South Africa, a successful thesis defense, and a vacation with my bride… Continue reading →

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Links: 5 March 2012

Posted on 5 March 2012 by Benj

December 30, 2011: The day that never happened (in Samoa). An interesting article in BAR: "Cultic Practices at Tel Dan—Was the Northern Kingdom Deviant?" I typically hate archeology, but this article is relevant to my research into the periods of … Continue reading →

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Conference Paper: “Economic Failure of the Torah?”

Posted on 3 March 2012 by Benj

…and a report from a stimulating conference. Continue reading →

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Review: “Lamentations and the Tears of the World”

Posted on 23 February 2012 by Benj

O’Connor’s purpose is to recommend Lamentations as an instrument of personal and communal healing… Continue reading →

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Rent Garments

Posted on 20 February 2012 by Benj

When was the last time I “rent my garments” in repentance for my sins? Continue reading →

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Links: 11 February 12

Posted on 11 February 2012 by Benj

An interesting discussion of culture, sports, character and masculinity. As a fan of both Stephen Colbert and the Citizen’s United decision, I appreciated this take on Colbert’s running gag/critique of the electoral system. The real problem in politics is not … Continue reading →

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Back from Africa

Posted on 8 February 2012 by Benj

Travels, papers, proposal… Continue reading →

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Lamentations 1-2: Look, YHWH, and See!

Posted on 15 January 2012 by Benj

A sermon at Lansdale Presbyterian Church… Continue reading →

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Links: 4 January 2012

Posted on 4 January 2012 by Benj

Happy New Year! Here are some links I hope you will find interesting. I’m no animal-rights person–not by a long shot–but the economist in me appreciates this article on vegetarian meals because it forces the reader to take full account … Continue reading →

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Hanukkah for Christians?

Posted on 22 December 2011 by Benj

I’m going out a limb to say that Christians can celebrate Hanukkah, too… Continue reading →

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