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Bible Question: I'm in an anthropology class and naturally they aren't fond of religion, especially Christianity. My professor recently told us of an example of genocide of the Midianites in the Old Testament in Numbers that was supported by God. I just came from a site where I found the verses, but I'm wondering what God's plan was at that time. He wouldn't support that would He? Our professor was saying that they killed all the men and took the women and kids for themselves because the Israelites were having bastard children with them or something like that. What was the real reason for them to kill the Midianites? |
Bible Answer: Hi African Venus, It is strange that your Professor would make this an example of genocide when there is no archaeological remains to be attributed to the Midianites, where is the evidences. Outside of the Bible, very little is known about this tribal group. Therefore, according to the Bible, Yes there were conflicts, but to conclude that God supported the deliberate extermination of a nation or people (genocide) is far fetch ideology. God loves People, but hates sin. Through the bible I somewhat understand God’s concern about the sins of Midianites and Israelis and others, but I don’t think God makes decision based on race. Beside he created the human race and located people in varies parts the world. I believe God will defeat all sin, to the point death. However, if we began to label wars as acts of genocide, especially in this particular situation between the Midianites and Israel, this action could be viewed as Israel perpetrating genocide against the people Midian.Which is not a good view of God's biblical chosen People. If your professor claims of SUPPORTED BY GOD were valid, I believe it will surround issues of sin not ethnic cleansing. Ask your Professor to clarify position, but be careful your GPA is at stake. What's the big picture here? |
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