Helen Paynter
Biblical scholar and former nephrologist whose research focuses on narrative texts in the Hebrew Bible, especially themes of violence and the misuse of Scripture; founding director of the Centre for the Study of Bible and Violence and author of Blessed are the Peacemakers.
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Jan 29, 2026 • 32min
From Conquest to the Cross: How the Bible Transforms Violence
Helen Paynter, biblical scholar and former nephrologist who studies violence and misuse of Scripture, guides a fresh reading of violent Old Testament texts. She traces themes through Scripture to show how warfare language is reframed by the cross. She warns against using conquest passages for modern political power and offers practical tips for spotting mistranslation and theological misuse.
