The Catechism in a Year (with Fr. Mike Schmitz) Day 15: Interpreting Scripture (2025)
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Jan 15, 2025 Discover how Catholics interpret Scripture with three fundamental principles: attentiveness to the entire Bible, reading within Church tradition, and the analogy of Faith. Delve into the Holy Spirit's role in inspiring and guiding these interpretations. Explore the dual authorship of Scripture and how context influences understanding. Learn the significance of connecting Old and New Testaments to uphold core Christian truths. This engaging discussion fosters a deeper relationship with faith and scriptural insight.
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Interpreting Scripture
- Understand the Bible by considering the whole text, not just individual verses.
- Read Scripture alongside Church tradition and the analogy of faith.
Understanding Scripture's Authors
- God speaks through human authors in scripture, so consider their intentions.
- Account for cultural and historical context, as well as literary genres.
Dual Authorship of Scripture
- Scripture has both human and divine authors, requiring interpretation in light of the Holy Spirit.
- Consider the different human authors alongside the single divine author.