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Ep. 213 - Midnight Weddings? The Jewish Customs Behind Jesus' Parable
Lectionary Readings for November 8, 2026
A midnight wedding procession. A bridegroom who arrives hours late. Bridesmaids locked out of the celebration. To modern ears, Jesus' Parable of the Ten Virgins sounds like a rather strange wedding! But to his first-century Jewish audience, these details would have evoked a world of familiar customs and traditions. In this episode, we'll journey into the fascinating world of ancient Jewish weddings, uncovering the surprising history behind Jesus' parable and discovering how these marriage customs illuminate his teaching about the Kingdom of Heaven. Along the way, we'll discover a remarkable connection between Jewish wedding traditions and one of Jesus' most beloved promises to his disciples.
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