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Moral Instruction in Biblical Narrative
When reading biblical narratives with multifaceted characters and complex situations, the reader is challenged to decipher ethical ambiguity, think through conflicts, and discover the implications for everyday life.
FAQ: What is Hebraic Thought?
“Hebraic thought is more than just religion—it’s a fully-formed cultural tradition. It includes that rich collection of ideas, concepts, stories, and values that emerge from the world of ancient Israel.”
Scripture is Not Our Dog
Unless we heedfully consider both the Scripture’s content and form, we run the risk of making God’s revelation into a pet: loved but powerless.
Wisdom: Scientific, Biblical, and Otherwise
The Christian Scriptures focus on apprenticing under the correct authorities—those who skillfully discern God’s patterns in this world. Wisdom, then—for the scientist and for Christians in community—requires submitting ourselves to be taught discernment by such authorities.
What is This Thing Called Law?
CHT Fellow Dr. Joshua Berman discusses the difference between modern notions of law and how law functioned in the ancient Near East, including within the Hebrew Bible (Old Testament).
