the Book of Judith – Judith 2:4 – 4:15, Episode 2

In this session on Judith 2:4 – 4:15, we move deeper into the dramatic buildup of the Book of Judith. As the war narrative unfolds, powerful political and military forces are set into motion under King Nebuchadnezzar, and we are introduced to the imposing general Holofernes, the penultimate antagonist of the story.

We also examine key questions surrounding the book’s authorship, historical background, and literary genre. Is Judith strict history, theological fiction, or something in between? How does understanding its genre shape the way we read it?

In this episode, we:

• Explore the likely authorship and historical setting of the Book of Book of Judith
• Trace the military campaign that sets the stage for Israel’s crisis
• Identify the strategic (and debated) location of Bethulia
• Meet Achior, whose speech becomes a theological turning point
• Examine the spiritual posture of Israel as they prepare for siege

This passage powerfully contrasts imperial arrogance with covenant faithfulness, setting the stage for one of the most dramatic deliverance stories in Scripture.

Watch the full episode here:
👉 https://youtu.be/LIgXFfxu9M4