The Other Stories | A taste of creation stories surrounding the Israelites

Every culture across the ancient world told stories about where humans come from, why we work, and why our days on earth are numbered. The Israelites were no exception. In this episode, Mara turns to the creation stories that surrounded Israel's neighbors: the sacred garden of Dilmun, the blood and clay of Atrahasis, and more from the shared imagination of a world that long preceded the Hebrew Bible. All to wonder: what is truly distinct about the voice and vision of the ancient Israelites?Visit Mara's website at marameasor.com or message her via her Instagram @marameasor.