Daniel's Date Problem: Early or Late? What the Evidence Shows | Dr. Michael Heiser

Support Dr. Heiser's ministry at https://nakedbiblepodcast.com Numbers 21:4-9 presents a challenging passage for many readers. Learn how Dr. Michael Heiser explains the bronze serpent account. This Q&A session from the Naked Bible podcast focuses on the narrative difficulties found in the book of Numbers. If you have wrestled with the apparent strangeness of this Old Testament passage, this discussion provides scholarly context to help you understand the text as its original audience would have. Dr. Michael Heiser breaks down the historical and theological elements that often confuse modern readers. By examining the specific details of Numbers 21, you will gain a clearer perspective on how to approach difficult biblical interpretation. This episode is intended for those seeking a deeper academic understanding of scripture rather than surface-level readings. We look at the bronze serpent not just as an isolated event, but as part of the broader biblical framework that the Naked Bible podcast consistently explores. #michaelheiser #bronzeserpent #moses #daniel #divinecouncil #biblestudy #nakedbiblepodcast \\------------------------\\ 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 Unpacking the Bronze Snake Episode 5:16 Debating the Dating of Daniel 16:12 Arguments for the Early Date 29:10 Demystifying Zechariah 5 34:52 The Mysterious Burial of Moses 54:45 Decoding Biblical Genealogies 1:01:54 God's Presence and the Reality of Evil 1:05:32 Jesus and the Deaf Man's Healing 1:15:42 Why Engage with Fringe Topics?