Explore the Theological Interpretation of Scripture movement, examining its principles, key contributors, and significance for reading the Bible as the church's Scripture.
Explore the Copper Scroll (3Q15) from Qumran, examining its treasure inventory, scholarly debates about its historicity, and its significance for Dead Sea Scrolls studies.
Explore the four Servant Songs of Isaiah, examining the identity of the Suffering Servant, the theology of vicarious atonement, and the New Testament's christological interpretation.
Examine the Samaritan Pentateuch as a textual witness to the Torah, exploring its variant readings, relationship to the Dead Sea Scrolls, and significance for Old Testament textual criticism.
Examine the messianic secret in Mark's Gospel, evaluating Wrede's thesis and alternative explanations for Jesus's commands to silence and their christological significance.
Explore the relationship between Genesis 1–2 and ancient Near Eastern creation myths, examining Enuma Elish, Atrahasis, and the distinctiveness of biblical creation theology.
Explore the Greek term mystērion in the New Testament, examining its Jewish background, Pauline usage, and significance for understanding divine revelation and the church's mission.
Examine the Habakkuk Pesher from Qumran, exploring the pesher method of biblical interpretation, the Teacher of Righteousness, and its significance for Jewish and Christian hermeneutics.
Explore the concept of sensus plenior in biblical hermeneutics, examining divine authorial intent, typological interpretation, and the canonical development of meaning in Scripture.
A review of Protestant communion theology covering Reformation perspectives and practical guidance for enriching the Lord's Supper.