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69x - Response | Carly Crouch on Jeremiah and Trauma

Mar 24, 2020
Carly Crouch, Old Testament Professor, discusses trauma in the book of Jeremiah, exploring the challenges of interpreting trauma in biblical traditions and connecting personal experiences to community struggles. The podcast delves into the complexities of trauma responses within the text, highlighting victim coping mechanisms, self-blame theology, and the impact of interpretations on agency and well-being.
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  • Jeremiah's book structure mirrors fragmented trauma memories, challenging coherent storytelling.
  • Jeremiah's narrative highlights collective trauma, offering solace in shared suffering and space for despair.

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The Unique Structure and Content of the Book of Jeremiah

The book of Jeremiah presents a unique and challenging structure that includes a combination of poetry, prose, oracles, and narratives, making it difficult to discern a clear chronological or thematic order. This complexity is further compounded by the existence of two versions of the book – Hebrew and Greek. The puzzling nature of the book mirrors the fragmented memories and struggles of individuals after traumatic events, where coherent storytelling becomes a challenge.

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