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Dru Johnson – Biblical Philosophy

Aug 24, 2021
Dru Johnson, an author and professor at Nashotah House, shares his insights on biblical philosophy in this engaging conversation. He explores the uniqueness of biblical thought and the significance of community in understanding scripture. The discussion highlights themes of justice and compassion from Exodus, the importance of embodied practices, and the intriguing epistemology of the Gospel of Mark. Dru also reflects on his unconventional academic journey and shares personal memories tied to his culinary roots, while surprising listeners with his musical talent!
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  • The communal practices celebrated during Sukkot illustrate that biblical teachings require collective engagement for deeper understanding and meaning.
  • Dru Johnson posits that the biblical literary tradition should be regarded as a legitimate philosophical system with distinctive reasoning about concepts like justice.

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The Significance of Community in Knowing

The podcast emphasizes the role of communal practices in understanding knowledge within biblical contexts. It highlights that many teachings in scripture require collective engagement to grasp their deeper meanings, as seen in the celebration of Sukkot, where the community recalls their shared history. Such rituals embody teachings, making them part of lived experience rather than mere intellectual exercises. Consequently, understanding the nature of justice and the divine demands active participation in these communal rituals, reinforcing that knowledge is relational and experiential.

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