Eljoh Hartzer
Eljoh is a writer, book editor, and artist in the niche of Christianity. She holds a master's degree in Practical Theology with a specialization in Youth Work from the University of Stellenbosch. Her passion lies in developing tools that will shed light for others on matters of faith, spirituality, and living well.
Articles by Eljoh Hartzer
Who Were the Gentiles in the Bible?The Bible mentions the term ‘Gentiles’ about 102 times. This term, describing people other than the Israelites, non-Jews, bears significance for modern readers.
Why the Book of Esther Never Mentions GodWhen reading a book, one expects to find the protagonist present… Why does God appear absent from the Book of Esther in the Bible?
When reading a book, one expects to find the protagonist present… Why does God appear absent from the Book of Esther in the Bible?
The Ideals and Main Criticisms of Liberation Theology That You Should KnowThis article explores Liberation Theology and the links between social justice and religion from a Christian perspective.
This article explores Liberation Theology and the links between social justice and religion from a Christian perspective.
The Role of Wisdom Literature in the BibleWisdom literature is one of the most unique genres in the Bible. This article explores its purpose in the grander narrative.
Wisdom literature is one of the most unique genres in the Bible. This article explores its purpose in the grander narrative.
The Strange Biblical Story of Enoch, the Man Who DisappearedThe Bible is full of strange stories, from talking donkeys to disappearing men. This article uncovers the truth about the character Enoch.
The Bible is full of strange stories, from talking donkeys to disappearing men. This article uncovers the truth about the character Enoch.
The Ancient Crime of Cain and Abel That Still Haunts HumanityBetrayal, jealousy, and revenge might be written into human DNA. The first children in the Old Testament, Cain and Abel, are the perfect example.
The Striking Parallels Between the Stories of Adam and JesusThe Bible has many overarching narratives. Intricate thematic parallels like that between Adam and Jesus Christ shed light on the bigger story of the Bible.
The Bible has many overarching narratives. Intricate thematic parallels like that between Adam and Jesus Christ shed light on the bigger story of the Bible.
The Story of Abraham, the Receiver of God’s Promises in the BibleThe Book of Genesis tells us about the life of Abraham, who received God’s promise to make the Israelites his own people.
How the Story of Noah’s Ark Connects to Ancient Flood MythsThe story of the Great Flood exists in many ancient sources. Here’s how it happened according to the Biblical book of Genesis.
The story of the Great Flood exists in many ancient sources. Here’s how it happened according to the Biblical book of Genesis.
How Did Different Cultures Meditate? (Origins & Different Traditions)The practice of meditation has existed for a long time and is evidenced across various cultures and religions worldwide. This article discovers its roots.
What Does the Bible Really Say About Money?Money is one of the most prominent themes in the Bible, but the money mindset in the Bible is in stark contrast with modern norms.
Money is one of the most prominent themes in the Bible, but the money mindset in the Bible is in stark contrast with modern norms.
How to Read the Books of the Prophets in the BibleThere are many different genres in the Bible and each requires a unique lens. This article explores the books of the prophets.
There are many different genres in the Bible and each requires a unique lens. This article explores the books of the prophets.