My 2019 book, “Refuting Rabbinic Objections to Christianity,” addressed Judaism’s most common objections to Christianity. Therefore, I will only briefly address Judaism’s two most significant objections to Christ in this book. The first objection concerns the triune God and the divinity of Christ, while the second is the claim that …
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What Does Talmudic (Orthodox) Judaism Believe About Jesus? Christ in the Jewish Talmud
by Dr. Eitan Bar 3 minutes readBy the third century AD, talmudic (Orthodox) rabbis attempted to further separate Jesus’ disciples from mainstream Judaism by introducing a controversial legend into the Oral Law tradition. They hoped this legend would create discomfort among Jesus’ followers and ultimately create animosity between rabbinic Jews and Christian-Jews, expelling the latter from …
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Why I Love Theology And Why You Should As Well
by Dr. Eitan Bar 4 minutes readOne can study theology – that is, about God and of God – just as a science enthusiast learns about nature or the stars – in a way that leaves him awestruck. Theology can be pursued just like a lover ardently investigates and learns everything possible about their beloved partner.
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What Was So Radical About Jesus’s Teaching About Love?
by Dr. Eitan Bar 3 minutes readThe Golden Rule, “Do unto others as you would have them do unto you” (Matthew 7:12), is a principle found in various forms across different cultures and religious traditions. In light of this, what makes Jesus’s teach about love so radical?
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When Did Judaism Stop Believing in a Divine Messiah?
by Dr. Eitan Bar 9 minutes readThe doctrine of the divinity of Christ and the concept of the Trinity are perhaps the most challenging Christian beliefs for Jews to accept. While Christianity posits that Jesus is the divine Son of God and a part of the Holy Trinity – consisting of the Father, Son, and Holy …
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Jesus in the Talmud: The Talmudic (Orthodox) Rabbis’ Horrific Legends about Christ
by Dr. Eitan Bar 2 minutes readIn the Talmud’s tractate Gittin 56b-57a, another account referencing Jesus describes him enduring eternal punishment in hell, submerged in boiling excrement (yes, poop). This punishment is presented as retribution for his alleged misdeeds and for supposedly leading the people of Israel away from God and towards idolatry.
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Did God Commit A Cosmic Suicide? (“My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?” Matthew 27:46)
by Dr. Eitan Bar 21 minutes readIn this article I critique David Platt’s interpretation of Matthew 27:46, which posits that God the Father killed God the Son, expelling Him from the Trinity. This article explores alternative perspectives on this verse, dissecting its theological implications and offering fresh insights into the nature of Jesus’ crucifixion and the …
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Who Killed Jesus: God or People? (rebuttal to John MacArthur)
by Dr. Eitan Bar 5 minutes readWhile many Calvinist preachers attribute Jesus’ death to God, we will delve into the disciples’ perspectives by examining biblical accounts and historical context, offering a deeper understanding of this crucial moment in Christianity.
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The Parable of the Prodigal Sinner and His Forgiving God
by Dr. Eitan Bar 9 minutes readThe parable of the prodigal son” offers a powerful message about God’s love for sinners. This article explores the themes of forgiveness, redemption, and grace found in this story and how it can inspire us to extend love and compassion to those who have strayed from the path of righteousness.
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What “Hell” (Gehenna) Did Jesus Speak of? (Matthew 5:29)
by Dr. Eitan Bar 15 minutes readJesus’ words in Matthew 5:27-29 have often been interpreted to mean that looking at a woman with lust is a ticket to hell. But what did He really mean? This article explores different interpretations of this controversial passage in the context of biblical teaching on sin and salvation.

