Think Biblically: Conversations on Faith & Culture
Engaging Jesus with Our Senses? (with Jeannine Hanger)
Jan 14, 2025
Dr. Jeannine Hanger, an Associate Professor of New Testament and author, discusses engaging with Jesus through our senses. She explains how an embodied approach can revolutionize our understanding of the Gospels. Delving into sensory dimensions of faith, she contrasts the experiential richness of Catholic and Orthodox traditions with typical evangelical practices. Hanger also emphasizes the importance of incorporating sensory experiences into worship and explores how experiencing scripture through our senses can deepen our connection with Jesus.
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- Engaging Jesus with our senses invites a deeper, more experiential understanding of biblical teachings beyond mere intellectual engagement.
- Cultural contexts shape our sensory experiences, influencing how we interpret scripture and highlighting the need for a diverse approach to faith.
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Engaging Jesus Through the Senses
Exploring an embodied approach to the life of Jesus emphasizes the importance of engaging all five senses in understanding biblical teachings. The concept stems from the idea that knowing is not merely a mental exercise but involves participation and experience in the physical world. For instance, reflecting on Jesus' metaphors like 'I am the bread of life' invites a deeper understanding of how tasting and eating can symbolize spiritual nourishment and connection with Christ. This sensory engagement challenges believers to experience the teachings of Jesus in a way that is more tangible and reflective of the physical aspects of faith.
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