Dr. Ben Spackman
Eclectic historian specializing in ancient scripture, languages, and the history of religion, with expertise in the Old Testament and its interpretation across different faith traditions.
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Apr 3, 2025 • 1h 38min
Me, My Shelf, & I – How Latter-day Saints and Evangelicals understand the Bible differently
In this engaging discussion, Stephen Smoot, a doctoral candidate in Semitic languages, Dr. Ben Spackman, an expert in American religious history, and Travis Anderson, a missionary assistant, delve into the intricate differences in biblical interpretation between Latter-day Saints and Evangelicals. They tackle topics like Sola Scriptura, ongoing revelation, and proof texting, all while sharing personal anecdotes and humorous insights. The panel emphasizes the importance of context in understanding scripture and encourages constructive dialogue across faith traditions.
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Jun 21, 2018 • 48min
Proof texting and Understanding the Bible as a Missionary Tool with Ben Spackman – Episode 21
In this discussion, Ben Spackman, an eclectic historian with a deep understanding of ancient scripture and religious history, shares insights on using the Bible effectively in missionary work. He critiques the common practice of proof texting, highlighting its pitfalls and advocating for a richer, contextual understanding of scripture. Spackman explores how different faith traditions interpret the Bible, urging missionaries to build bridges and embrace deeper comprehension of texts. His expertise encourages thoughtful dialogue over simple doctrinal assertions.
