Ep032: A Matter of Honor – Genesis 33:18-34:31

For the past few chapter, we have witnessed the fact that Jacob is a changed man. He is at peace with all of his neighbors. It doesn’t last long. Something happens in Shekhem that will shape much of what is to come. But do we truly understand this episode? How can an honor and shame perspective change our understanding of the tragedy of the destruction of Shekhem?