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Category Archives: Interpretation
Notes from “Messianic Exegesis” by Donald Juel
The following is a collection of unorganized notes taken from reading Donald Juel’s Messianic Exegesis: Christological Interpretation of the Old Testament in Early Christianity (1988). I wrote a review of the book, which can be found here. I also wrote … Continue reading
The Importance of the Historical Adam – video of panel discussion
This panel discussion at Dallas Theological Seminary is comprised of the following speakers: Dr. Mark Yarbrough, Dr. Elliott Johnson, Dr. Nathan Holsteen, Dr. Bob Chisholm, and Dr. Darrell Bock, discuss the historical Adam. via The Importance of the Historical Adam … Continue reading
Posted in Apologetics, Genre, Interpretation
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Fr. Barron comments on Misreading Genesis – YouTube
Fr. Barron comments on Misreading Genesis – YouTube (7:41).
Posted in Alleged Discrepancies, Genre, Interpretation
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It’s Pointless to Say God Doesn’t Lie if You Don’t Think He Speaks
There are some who don’t think that the Bible contains thoughts from God. However, in two passages of the New Testament (Titus 1:1-3 and Hebrews 6:17-18) we have the author(s) declaring emphatically that “God cannot lie.” This declaration is made … Continue reading
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Translators as Interpreters | Hope’s Reason
Here’s how Stephen J. Bedard’s post begins: How important is it to know the Bible’s original languages? Is it good enough to just rely on your favourite translation? I think it is indeed a good idea to gain some knowledge … Continue reading
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What Is the Answer to the Riddle of Matthew 22?
What is the answer to the riddle Jesus presented to the Pharisees in Matthew 22:41-46? Resurrection. The paradox, of course, was in David calling his son “lord.” (A son in the Ancient Near East might call his father “sir” or … Continue reading
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Christian Apologetics UK: Why are Matthew and Luke’s genealogies different?
Christian Apologetics UK: Why are Matthew and Luke’s genealogies different?.
Posted in Dating Texts & Events, Interpretation
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McGrath on Midrash
James McGrath comments on whether the presence of midrash equates to the absence of history. See his comment at this link on his blog.
Posted in General, Interpretation
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Sacrificial Salvation | Storied Theology
More on atonement and martyrdom from Daniel Kirk. Sacrificial Salvation | Storied Theology.
Atonement & Martyrdom | Storied Theology
Daniel Kirk discusses the martyrdom of seven brothers in 2 Maccabees and the context it gives to Jesus’ sacrifice of Himself for us. Atonement & Martyrdom | Storied Theology.
