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Theomagination With Phil Aud
A Live Lecture From Dr. Cheryl Bridges Johns: Re-Enchanting the Text: Discovering the Bible as Sacred, Dangerous, and Mysterious
Aug 11, 2023
Dr. Cheryl Bridges Johns discusses rediscovering the Bible as sacred and mysterious. Topics include biblical illiteracy, modern disenchantment, science's impact, and embracing mystical elements. Explore the transformative power of scripture and the importance of imagination in enriching faith.
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- Understanding the essence of the Bible goes beyond interpretation, questioning its ontology is crucial for meaningful engagement.
- Living in an age of disenchantment, humans seek enchantment, and the Bible offers a space for encountering the sacred.
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Engaging with Holy Scripture and Overcoming Biblical Illiteracy
Addressing the prevalent issue of biblical illiteracy, the lecture emphasized the necessity of understanding the essence of the Bible beyond mere interpretation. Dr. Cheryl Bridges-Johns highlighted the importance of questioning the ontology of the Bible, urging individuals to first grasp what the Bible truly is before delving into how it should be interpreted.
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