The Old Testament is the most important source for information about the background and setting of the New Testament. In this episode, Ben provides a brief overview of the first five books of the Old Testament (the Torah), and he discusses how these books influence the New Testament. Specifically, he discusses the importance of Israel's identity as the covenant people of God.
(Music Credit: Kai Engel, "Something" https://freemusicarchive.org/music/Kai_Engel/Chapter_Two__Mild/Kai_Engel_-_Chapter_Two_-_Mild_-_09_Something_Bonus_Track)