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Why do we wave palm branches?

Curiously Kaitlyn
Curiously Kaitlyn
Episode • Apr 8 • 34m

As we approach Palm Sunday, New Testament scholar Nijay Gupta joins Kaitlyn to answer a pretty important question: why do we wave palm branches? Dr. Gupta gives fascinating historical background on this practice, but he also points us to its theological significance. Jesus entered into his reign in a surprising way - because he is a surprising king.

1:44 - Show Starts

8:32 - Palms and Victory

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18:10 - The Irony of the Crucifixion

22:43 - Palm Branch Ashes

30:25 - End Credit

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