Join Boaz and Ruth for a mind-bending exploration of how ancient Egyptian literature may have shaped some of the Bible's most dramatic narratives. Was the story of Joseph and Potiphar's wife inspired by an Egyptian tale? The answer might surprise you!

🌟 Episode Highlights:

- The fascinating parallels between the Egyptian "Tale of Two Brothers" and the biblical story of Joseph

- Why the "Faithless Wife" story appears in cultures across the ancient world

- How the classic "Hero's Journey" pattern connects Egyptian and biblical narratives

- The brilliant way ancient Israelites transformed Egyptian stories into their own unique traditions

🤯 Mind-Blowing Revelation: Did you know that similar versions of the "Potiphar's Wife" story existed in ancient Sumerian and Ugaritic texts? Our hosts dive deep into why this matters for understanding biblical literature.

💭 Deep Questions Explored:

- Did Moses study these Egyptian tales during his education?

- How did ancient storytellers adapt narratives for their own cultures?

- What makes the biblical version of these stories unique?

Perfect for history buffs, Bible scholars, and anyone fascinated by how ancient cultures influenced each other. Join us for this incredible journey through time as we uncover the hidden connections between Egyptian and biblical literature.

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📚 Featured Sources:

Hollis, S. (2015). Out of Egypt: Did Israel’s Exodus Include Tales? In: Levy, T., Schneider, T., Propp, W. (eds) Israel's Exodus in Transdisciplinary Perspective. Quantitative Methods in the Humanities and Social Sciences. Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-04768-3_2

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