Students who are learning Hellenistic Greek often ask me which version of the Greek New Testament they should use. In order to answer that question properly, we have to understand a bit about why there are different versions in the first place. Why are there different versions? Disagreements about details in the wording In part…
Read MoreIs Luke a Primary Source for the Historical Jesus?
I was asked a question about whether Luke’s Gospel would be considered a primary or a secondary source, historically speaking, for the life of Jesus. Here’s my answer: In my own work as an ancient historian I find that a “primary” source is not so much the first to record some information but rather a…
Read MoreHear My Interview on the WikiGod Podcast
Back in June I had a wonderful conversation with Mark Groleau about everything from my experiences growing up to my book Paul’s Way of Knowing. You can find the interview in two parts here (part 1) and here (part 2).
Read MoreHow to Find the Focus of a Narrative Episode
One of the most important tasks in reading a story is deciding where to focus. As a reader, my focus is often scattered. Things catch my attention for all kinds of reasons, some personal and some because of my own place in culture and history. If we’re interested, though, in how the text was intended to affect us, we need…
Read MoreLibrary Workshops at Tyndale Next Week
Those of you who are Tyndale students (and are near campus) might want to take advantage of two workshops next week. Each one is about how to find good resources on Biblical Studies and Theology. The two times are: Monday, Feb. 2nd at 5:30pm (good for evening students) Wednesday, Feb. 5th at 12:30pm (just after…
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