You are aware that Deuteronomy was written between the 7th and 5th centuries BC, right? Learn actual math. That means about 700+ years before there were any Christians. So, no, at the time “pagan” did not have the same meaning as it does today. The title of the chapter is “Destruction of Pagans” in the version I have. I’m sure it could have been translated differently. Maybe “goyim” would’ve been more apropos.
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You're aware of the concept of translation? Technically it means those who have not accepted God. In modern times that means non-Christians. Some argue this includes all of the abrahamic religions. In a broader context it means those who do not worship the One True God.
Also, large portions of the Old Testament pre-date the flood, making it older than 12,000 years. Which is why you find some of these same stories in other cultures like Babylon.
Yes - that’s why I mentioned translation in my response.
You’ve lost the thread. In fact, you never had it.
This isn’t about what you believe to be true. The post is about what Jews believe to be true.
Jews are not Christians and they view you as the pagan/non-chosen. Is that lost on you?
I’m not saying they’re right. I’m saying you’re missing the point.
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