1. John the Baptist

Locusts and Honey

by Peter J. Leithart

Why does John the Baptist eat locusts and honey? Continue Reading »

12 Oct 2015

Losing One’s Head

by Peter J. Leithart

John the Baptist is beheaded, a fulfillment of a Nazirite vow and much else. Continue Reading »

27 May 2014
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