The Surprising Political Intrigue Surrounding the First Temple: Jonathan Homa
19:30 Sunday 29 June
Why did David bring the Ark of the Covenant to a tent in Jerusalem instead of the Tabernacle in Gibeon? Was his true motivation for building a temple because he found it improper for the Ark to reside in a tent while he lived in a cedar palace?
By analysing the texts within the geopolitical context of the time, an intriguing counter-narrative to the traditional story comes to light. This narrative includes elements reminiscent of a thriller: tribal rivalry, national security crisis, civil war, dynastic ambitions, palace intrigues, priestly prerogatives, and personal acts of heroism and betrayal, culminating in the construction of the first temple.
Join international speaker Jonathan Homa, who has researched, written and lectured extensively on this topic, as he brings to life the formative years of the Israelite nation.
Tickets: Members pre-paid NIS 30
Members at door and Non-Members NIS 50
Purchase tickets below, call the box office 09-8330950 or pay at the door.
