RD Extra: Debating the Amalekite Genocide

When Richard Dawkins wrote “The God of the Old Testament is arguably the most unpleasant character in all fiction.�, he was spot on. Many Jews and Christians recognize the deep problems these texts present to their views on the most basic moral questions. Unfortunately, it�s become commonplace for some christian apologists to claim they �wrestle� with these difficult passages when, in reality, they are rewriting them. Recently, Justin Schieber was invited to debate God�s command to slaughter the Amalekites on the popular christian radio show, �Unbelievable� against apologist John Allister. In this episode, we give you the debate, response emails and closing commentary.