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Sanctified Vision (4): Origen and the Pedagogy of Scripture

Posted on May 2, 2013 by krhughes14

Completing our study of O’Keefe and Reno’s Sanctified Vision, we turn to the idea, widespread throughout patristic interpretation, that a life of spiritual discipline is the prerequisite for correctly interpreting Scripture. The authors contend that even this is not a totally foreign … Continue reading →

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Sanctified Vision (3): Typology, Allegory, and the Brady Bunch

Posted on April 27, 2013 by krhughes14

“Allegory” might as well be a curse word for many literal-minded Christians. Dismissed, laughed at, scorned–allegorical interpretation of the Bible has fallen on tough times. But it was not always this way! Again, O’Keefe and Reno (Sanctified Vision, ch. 4-5) … Continue reading →

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Sanctified Vision (2): Intensive Reading

Posted on April 17, 2013 by krhughes14

Previously, I discussed how patristic authors believed Jesus of Nazareth to be the interpretive key for understanding all of Scripture. Now, turning to chapter 3 of O’Keefe & Reno’s Sanctified Vision, we consider the first of three major methods of reading … Continue reading →

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Sanctified Vision (1): Christ is the End of Scripture

Posted on April 12, 2013 by krhughes14

This week in class, I was told in no uncertain terms that when teaching and preaching from the OT, it is invalid to read in NT theology. Though this is not necessarily an uncommon thing to hear in these parts, I … Continue reading →

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