Minding Scripture, Part 1: Adam

Episode Topic: Adam

In Jewish tradition, Adam is the archetypal human being; in Christianity he is the forerunner to Christ, and in Islam he is the precursor of the Prophet Muhammad.

Featured SpeakersReynolds, professor, University of Notre Dame

• Francesca Murphy, professor, University of Notre Dame
• Tzvi Novick, professor, University of Notre Dame
• Mun’im Sirry, professor, University of Notre Dame

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This podcast is a part of the ThinkND Series titled Minding Scripture.

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Chapters

• 0:00 Introduction to Minding Scripture
• 6:41 Comparative Insights from Jewish and Christian Traditions
• 12:39 The Fall of Satan and Prostration to Adam
• 19:33 Jewish and Christian Perspectives on Angelic Veneration
• 25:40 Jewish Perspective on the Serpent and Human Condition
• 30:35 Islamic View on Adam and Satan
• 38:27 Christian and Islamic Typologies of Adam
• 42:03 Conclusion and Next Episode Preview