Mark Scarlata – The World of Leviticus
Episode: Leviticus might be the only book in the Bible that many Christians will openly and casually admit that they do not like (or, it’s their “least favorite). Dru Johnson and Mark Scarlata discuss his recent book, A Journey Through the World of Leviticus: Holiness, Sacrifice, and the Rock Badger, making Leviticus accessible to Christians. Scarlata also gives some insights into his forthcoming Cambridge volume The Theology of the Book of Leviticus in the OT Theology series.
Guest: Revd Dr Mark Scarlata is Tutor and Lecturer in Old Testament Studies at St Mellitus College. Mark is also the Vicar-Chaplain at St. Edward, King and Martyr, Cambridge where he serves as priest in one of the oldest churches in Cambridge that was also integral in the English Reformation. Mark is married to Bettina and they have three children. He is the author of the following books:
- Outside of Eden: Cain in the Ancient Versions of Gen. 4.1-16 (T & T Clark, 2012).
- Am I my Brother’s Keeper?: Christian Citizenship in a Globalized Society (Cascade)
- Sabbath Rest: The Beauty of God’s Rhythm for a Digital Age (SCM Press, 2019)
- The Abiding Presence: A Theological Commentary on Exodus (SCM Press, 2018).
- A Journey Through the World of Leviticus: Holiness, Sacrifice, and the Rock Badger (Cascade)
- The Theology of the Book of Leviticus (Cambridge University Press, forthcoming).
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Another potentially interesting topic ruined by chit chat. Why can’t you guys stay on point?
Thx for the feedback. Sounds like we may not be the best podcast for you.
More chit chat. Why can’t you tell us what the book is about instead of all the mutual congratulations? And why not disclose your views on Lev 18:22?
I’m just finishing his book today. I found the interview helpful as well.