Did Jesus Really Call the Psalms 'Law'? The Hebrew Context Reveals Everything | Dr. Michael Heiser

Support Dr. Heiser's ministry at https://nakedbiblepodcast.com Why does Jesus refer to the Psalms as law in John 10:34? This study clarifies the biblical usage of law beyond the Pentateuch. In this episode of the Naked Bible podcast, Dr. Michael S. Heiser addresses a listener question regarding the terminology used by Jesus in the Gospel of John. We examine the specific context of John 10:34 to understand how first-century Jewish interpretation categorized scripture. This breakdown is designed for those seeking a deeper academic understanding of biblical law and its various applications in the text. By analyzing how terms like law functioned in ancient religious discourse, you will gain clarity on why the Psalms were classified this way. We move past common assumptions about biblical law to look at the linguistic evidence provided by the text itself. This episode helps clarify the nuances often missed in casual reading. \\------------------------\\ Help Support ASFJ: https://aseatforjesus.com/a-seat-for-jesus Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SeatForJesus Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aseatforjesus X: https://x.com/ASeatForJesus 0:00 Getting Straight to the Bible Questions 0:37 Why Are the Psalms Classified as Law? 2:10 Insights from the Theological Dictionary 4:50 Clarifying the Lord's Prayer Meaning 6:46 The Mystery of Unhewn Altar Stones 10:45 Scholarly Perspectives on Sacred Space 16:20 Who Is the Queen in Psalm 45? 20:45 The Problem with Forcing Theology 22:59 The Textual Debate of John 3:13 29:21 Prayer and the Deuteronomy Worldview