Paul and the Works of the Law
Michael Bird
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6 April 2026
18 April 2026
In this video, Dr. Mike Bird explains the phrase "works of the law" (erga nomou) in Paul's letters to the Romans and Galatians.
Outline
00:01 Paul and the Law - Again!
01:21 Romans 3:19-20
4:39 Works of the Law as Jewish Ceremonies
5:09 Works of the Law as Jewish Boundary Markers
6:55 Works of the Law as Works Done with a Legalistic Spirit
7:50 Works of the Law as Works Which the Law Requires
9:00 Works of the Law within Judaism
13:10 Works of the Law as Halakah
19:23 Defining Works of the Law
22:07 Outro
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