Hebrew Bible Insights

Matthew Delaney
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Engaging in the study of the Hebrew Bible in its ancient Near Eastern context and original languages to promote good and reasonable interpretation of scripture, so that the church might live more faithfully in the present. Join the Hebrew Bible Book Club: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsightsFind more content on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDAWebsite: https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.comFollow us on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_hebrewbibleinsights/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@hebrewbibleinsights Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HebrewBibleInsights Threads: https://www.threads.net/@_hebrewbibleinsights

  1. FEB 16

    101. Why Daniel 4 is one of the most underrated chapters of the Bible

    Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights Daniel 4 is one of the most surprising and underrated chapters in the Bible. In this episode, Matthew (MA in Biblical Literature and Semitic Languages) and Dr. Nathan French (PhD in Hebrew Bible and the ancient Near East) walk through this wild and deeply edifying story line by line, exploring Nebuchadnezzar’s second dream, Daniel’s bold counsel, the mysterious “watchers,” and the king’s humbling descent into madness. Along the way, we uncover foundational biblical themes: the danger of arrogance, the necessity of humility, God’s kingship over the universe, and His persistent desire to lead people toward repentance and restoration. Daniel 4 reminds us that no one is too far gone for God’s mercy—not even the king of Babylon—and shows how true repentance leads to restoration and renewed allegiance to God. This chapter is both gripping and accessible, making it an incredible text for personal study, church teaching, and small groups. Chapters 0:00-4:52 Intro 4:53-11:42 Nebuchadnezzar’s Second Dream 11:43-20:31 Why is the king of Babylon a great tree? 20:32-23:29 Daniel’s Counsel 23:30-26:29 The “Watchers” 26:30-35:55 Why the punishment of becoming like an animal? 35:56-48:51 Incredible Repentance and Restoration Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights WHERE TO FIND US Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Website: ⁠https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com

    49 min

  2. 09/08/2025

    100. Encountering Jesus in the Book of Psalms (Chad Bird)

    The Book of Psalms is far more than ancient poetry—it’s the prayerbook of the Church and a vital guide for encountering Jesus. In this episode, we interview Chad Bird, author and scholar who specializes in teaching the Old Testament to Christians. We ask a variety of questions related to his newest book "Untamed Prayers." We explore why the Psalms are essential for Christians today. We discuss how the New Testament interprets the Psalms, the connection between David and Jesus, and how to see Christ even in Psalms that aren’t quoted in the New Testament. We also talk about the beauty of reading the Psalms in Hebrew, the intentional structure of the book, and how the Church Fathers used the Psalms for formation and devotion. From wrestling with the language of enemies to learning how to pray through every season of life, this episode is a call to dive deeper into the Psalms and meet Jesus there. Chad Bird is a Scholar in Residence at 1517. He has served as a pastor, professor, and guest lecturer in Old Testament and Hebrew. He holds master's degrees from Concordia Theological Seminary and Hebrew Union College. He has contributed articles to Christianity Today, The Gospel Coalition, Modern Reformation, The Federalist, Lutheran Forum, and other journals and websites. He is also the author of several books, including The Christ Key & Limping with God. Untamed Prayers - 365 Daily Devotions on Christ in the Book of Psalms: https://a.co/d/eeZ9ilM Chapters 0:00–1:08 Intro 1:09–3:29 Why Psalms is important 3:30–7:06 How the New Testament interprets Psalms 7:07–11:45 Thinking about David and Jesus 11:46–16:19 Seeing Jesus in Psalms even if the chapter isn’t quoted in the New Testament 16:20–22:31 Insights from Reading Psalms in Hebrew 22:32–31:14 Intentional ordering of Psalms 31:15–34:11 Psalms as the prayerbook of the Church 34:12–37:50 Church Fathers and Psalms 37:51–41:30 Prayerbook of the soldiers of Christ 41:31–45:38 Encountering Jesus in Psalms 45:39–53:04 Understanding “enemies” in Psalms 53:05–56:34 Admonishment to read the Psalms Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights WHERE TO FIND US Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Website: ⁠https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com

    57 min

  3. 07/14/2025

    99. Hebrew language insights from Psalm 1

    Read the Bible in Hebrew with Matthew: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights Psalm 1 is rich with meaning, and reading it in Hebrew brings out layers we often miss. In this episode, Matthew (MA in Biblical Literature and Semitic Languages) walks through key Hebrew language insights that deepen our understanding of this foundational psalm. We explore the meaning of the word “happy” or “blessed,” the beautiful poetic style of the psalm, and how Hebrew parallelism and verb tense in verse 1 set the tone for the whole psalm. We also dive into what it really means to “meditate” on God’s law, why Torah is central to this psalm, and how Psalm 1 connects to Genesis, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, and ultimately, to Jesus Christ. Whether you know Hebrew or not, this episode will help you appreciate the beauty and depth of Psalm 1 in a whole new way. Chapters 0:00-2:00 Intro 2:01-3:45 Psalm 1 in Hebrew and English 3:46-17:50 Happiness Word Study 17:51-20:31 Beautiful style in Psalm 1 20:32-33:26 Parallelism and Tense in Psalm 1:1 33:27-40:28 What is “Meditate” and “Law”? 40:29-52:02 Why meditating on Torah is strongly emphasized 52:03-59:12 Parallels to Genesis, Jeremiah, and Ezekiel 59:13-1:04:09 Jesus and Psalm 1 Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights WHERE TO FIND US Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Website: ⁠https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com

    1h 4m

  4. 06/30/2025

    98. Rediscovering the Dead Sea Scrolls with Dr. Andrew Perrin

    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 Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights WHERE TO FIND US Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Website: ⁠https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com

    1h 14m

  5. 06/09/2025

    97. Worship After Liberation: Hebrew analysis of "serve/worship" with explanation (Pt 2 Exodus 15-40)

    What happens after Israel escapes Egypt? In part two of our exploration of “service” in Exodus, Matthew Delaney and Dr. Nathan French pick up where the story left off—moving from liberation to covenant, from slavery to worship. We trace the development of this theme through key moments in Exodus 15–40, including the image of God vs. the images of idols, the meaning of Sabbath, and the construction of the tabernacle. Along the way, we reflect on the relationship between salvation and obedience and how God’s presence reshapes what it means to truly serve. This episode offers a deeper look at how the Exodus story calls God’s people to a new kind of life. Listen to part 1 here:  Biblical Wisdom Video Course: https://hebrewbibleinsights.teachable.com/p/biblicalwisdom Chapters 0:00-7:57 Review of “service” in Exodus 1–14 7:58-14:42 Salvation, Covenant, and Works 14:43-32:53 Image of God vs images of gods 33:04-42:38 The service of Sabbath 42:39-48:22 Slavery, apologetics, and Bible study 48:23-1:05:12 Tabernacle and the presence of God Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights WHERE TO FIND US Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Website: ⁠https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com

    1h 5m

  6. 05/26/2025

    96. What ‘Serve’ Really Means in Exodus: Hebrew analysis with explanation (Pt 1 Exodus 1-14)

    What does it really mean to “serve” in the book of Exodus? In this episode, Matthew Delaney and Dr. Nathan French explore how a single Hebrew word weaves through the early chapters of Exodus—from Israel’s oppression under Pharaoh to their calling to worship Yahweh. By tracing this vocabulary across key moments in Exodus 1–14, we uncover a powerful theme: the Exodus is not just about escaping slavery—it’s about being set free to worship. Along the way, we also explore fascinating connections with Genesis, the meaning of Passover, and how this theme shapes our understanding of purpose, identity, and calling today. Chapters 0:00-2:58 Intro 2:59-6:53 Hebrew “service” in Exodus 6:54-10:05 Vocabulary Connections in Genesis 10:06-16:34 The Problem in Exodus: Tracing “service” vocabulary from Exodus 1–2 16:35-31:48 Purpose in Exodus: Tracing “service” vocabulary from Exodus 3–4 31:49-43:06 Pharaoh’s Response: Tracing “service” vocabulary from Exodus 5 43:07-48:25 That they may serve/worship me: Tracing “service” vocabulary from Exodus 7–10 48:26-1:03:41 Passover as Worship: Tracing “service” vocabulary from Exodus 12–13 1:03:42-1:07:37 Escaping Egypt: Tracing “service” vocabulary in Exodus 14 Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights WHERE TO FIND US Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Website: ⁠https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com

    1h 8m

  7. 03/24/2025

    95. Beyond Foretelling: The Diverse Roles of Biblical Prophets with Dr. Todd Hibbard

    Dive into the diverse roles of biblical prophets with Dr. Todd Hibbard. In this episode, we discuss his book "Prophets and Prophecy," examining the phenomenological aspects of prophecy and its implications for economic and legal criticisms in ancient Israel and Judah. Dr. Hibbard also connects these insights to modern Christian perspectives and the teachings of Jesus, offering a transformative look at how these ancient messages influence our understanding of justice and righteousness today. Todd Hibbard is Professor and Chair of Religious Studies at the University of Detroit Mercy. He has a PhD in Christianity and Judaism in Antiquity from the University of Notre Dame "Prophets and Prophecy" by Todd Hibbard: https://www.paulistpress.com/Products/4987-2/prophets-and-prophecy.aspx "Prophets and Prophecy" on Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Prophets-Prophecy-Ancient-Israel-Judah-ebook/dp/B0DWNCLDFZ/ref=sr_1_2?dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.sxBHKoR22_luBKs21tBXq1fv1BwHay9GHSMiV3gXuhyTjJEFe46bpThS4woa9_oar7l090zyKjwhqejMz9U_Eg.Ub67uRwgXOZlaiDQK2qP8hNdvIBpUTwprV5KuOasmrA&dib_tag=se&qid=1742787297&refinements=p_27%3AJ+Todd+Hibbard&s=books&sr=1-2 Chapters 0:00-6:33 Intro 6:34-14:56 Diversity of what prophets do 14:57-23:39 The Phenomena of Prophecy 23:40-28:28 Prophets of the Bible vs prophets of the ancient Near East 28:29-34:15 Prophets as Social Critics 34:16-41:00 The economy of ancient Israel 41:01-45:45 Where to start with prophets 45:46-53:39 Proverbs and Prophets 53:40-1:00:59 Jesus as a prophetic social critic Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights WHERE TO FIND US Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Website: ⁠https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com

    1h 1m

  8. 02/10/2025

    94. Why the Book of 1 Enoch matters for Christians

    Read 1 Enoch with us in the Hebrew Bible Book Club: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights In today's episode, we explore the significance of the Book of 1 Enoch and its impact on early Christian thought. Although most Christians today do not consider this book canonical, 1 Enoch offers valuable insights into Jewish eschatology and its influence on the New Testament. It is even quoted by Jude who says that Enoch prophesied. We delve into how early Christians, including church fathers like St. Irenaeus, engaged with Enoch's visions and teachings, and what this means for understanding prophetic traditions and the Gospel today. Join us as we uncover why 1 Enoch remains a vital text for Christians seeking a deeper historical and theological context. Chapters 0:00-7:12 Why does the book of 1 Enoch matter? 7:13-12:39 How we first encountered 1 Enoch 12:40-19:42 1 Enoch and the Biblical Canon 19:43-27:02 Enoch in Scripture and Enoch as a prophet 27:03-37:10 St. Irenaeus of the early church and Enoch 37:11-46:08 Prophetic tradition, the ancient Near East, and Enoch 46:09-55:35 The Incarnation, the Gospel, and Enoch Join our Bible Study: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights WHERE TO FIND US Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsights YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDA Website: ⁠https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.com

    56 min
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Engaging in the study of the Hebrew Bible in its ancient Near Eastern context and original languages to promote good and reasonable interpretation of scripture, so that the church might live more faithfully in the present. Join the Hebrew Bible Book Club: https://www.patreon.com/hebrewbibleinsightsFind more content on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCLRSNQ7xVw7PjQ5FnqYmSDAWebsite: https://www.hebrewbibleinsights.comFollow us on social media:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/_hebrewbibleinsights/ TikTok: www.tiktok.com/@hebrewbibleinsights Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HebrewBibleInsights Threads: https://www.threads.net/@_hebrewbibleinsights

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  • Creator
    Matthew Delaney
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    102
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    © 2026 Hebrew Bible Insights
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