

The Controversy Over "Literary Devices" in The Gospels with Dr. Lydia McGrew
Oct 21, 2020
Dr. Lydia McGrew, an expert in biblical texts, dives deep into the controversy surrounding literary devices in the Gospels. She challenges the idea that Gospel writers altered facts for narrative purposes, urging for a straightforward reading of the texts. Lydia discusses the ancient biographical conventions and how cultural contexts influence perceptions of truth. Her insights provide a nuanced understanding of how literary techniques shape interpretations of Jesus’ life, encouraging listeners to critically evaluate historical accuracy in biblical narratives.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
Literary Devices and the Gospels
03:21 • 18min
Exploring the Reportage Model in Gospel Narratives
21:02 • 3min
Navigating Biblical Paraphrasing
23:47 • 15min
Chronological Narration and Its Implications in the Gospels
39:16 • 4min
Literary Techniques in Gospel Narratives
43:45 • 9min
Differing Gospel Accounts: Understanding Narrative Perspectives
52:59 • 2min
Literary Devices and Historical Credibility
55:18 • 8min
Theon's Teaching Techniques: Grammatical Inflection
01:03:42 • 6min
Interpreting the Gospels: Literary Devices and Historical Accuracy
01:09:50 • 25min
Exploring Gospel Narratives
01:35:00 • 26min