(Podcast 5.31.19) Does the Bible Condone Rape?

Does the Bible condone rape? Skeptics often read Deuteronomy 22:28-29 and think that the law makes rape acceptable. According to the skeptics’ interpretation, the text claims that a man can rape a woman and then the woman is forced to marry her assailant. But is that really what the text implies? Oddly, only the CSB/HCSB and NIV add the term “rape” to the text. Does the verse indicate rape or does it speak of seduction where both individuals consent? What does the law’s connection with Numbers 22:16-17 say about the legal code? In the end, host Brian Chilton will illustrate that the text does not condone rape at all. Rather, it elevates a woman’s rights to a status that is higher than most ancient cultures of the time.

About the Host

Brian G. Chilton is the founder of BellatorChristi.com and is the host of The Bellator Christi Podcast. He received his Master of Divinity in Theology from Liberty University (with high distinction); his Bachelor of Science in Religious Studies and Philosophy from Gardner-Webb University (with honors); and received certification in Christian Apologetics from Biola University. Brian is currently in the Ph.D. program in Theology and Apologetics at Liberty University. Brian has been in the ministry for over 15 years, is a member of the Evangelical Theological Society and Evangelical Philosophical Society, and currently serves as the senior pastor of Westfield Baptist Church.

About the Podcast

The Bellator Christi Podcast is a production of BellatorChristi.com and is protected under Creative Commons copyright. All rights reserved. The theme song is “Crucified,” written by John and Michaela Lemonis, performed by Crosby Lane, and produced by Mansion Entertainment (https://crosbylane.com). The views expressed on this podcast may not represent those of Bellator Christi or its affiliates. Be sure to subscribe to BellatorChristi.com to receive all the articles and podcasts in your inbox for free. Also, be sure to check out The Bellator Christi Podcast on iTunes, TuneIn, Stitcher and Google Play to subscribe for free.

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