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Scriptural Works

Scriptural Works

Auteur(s): Greg Camp and Patrick Spencer
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 Hosted by two biblical scholars with diverse career backgrounds, Greg Camp (Sheffield University, Ph.D.) and Patrick Spencer (Durham University, Ph.D.), Scriptural Works focuses on a dynamic exploration of how to read and interpret scripture for greater meaning in today's postmodern world. Each episode unpacks the tools, methods, and insights that can be used to bring scripture alive, whether through their engaging dialogue or through conversations with guest scholars who bring specialized perspectives to particular texts or themes. From ancient contexts to contemporary application, from literary analysis to historical insights, Scriptural Works equips both lay readers and religious leaders with fresh approaches to biblical interpretation. Whether you're a curious reader, a minister seeking fresh perspectives, or anyone interested in developing a deeper grasp of scripture, Scriptural Works provides the intellectual tools and practical approaches to make biblical texts more accessible and meaningful. Christianisme Pastorale et évangélisme Spiritualité
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  • Re-reading Luke-Acts' Characterization in Codex Bezae (Part 1) | Interview with Jenny Read-Heimerdinger | Ep. 3

    Re-reading Luke-Acts' Characterization in Codex Bezae (Part 1) | Interview with Jenny Read-Heimerdinger | Ep. 3
    Jul 1 2025
    In this fascinating episode of Scriptural Works, hosts Greg Camp and Patrick Spencer interview distinguished British linguist and biblical scholar Jenny Read-Heimerdinger, whose work challenges fundamental assumptions in New Testament textual criticism. Dr. Heimerdinger, who began her academic journey studying modern languages before teaching herself biblical Greek while working on a Baptist mission campus in Ivory Coast, brings a unique perspective to the field through her expertise in discourse analysis and deep study of Codex Bezae (also known as Codex D). Her research reveals that this fifth-century manuscript, traditionally dismissed as containing later additions and embellishments, actually preserves a more authentically Jewish text of Luke-Acts that mainstream biblical scholarship has systematically overlooked or misunderstood. Through compelling examples like the Ethiopian eunuch's baptism confession and Peter's prison escape "down seven steps," Heimerdinger demonstrates how Codex Bezae contains subtle Jewish theological and liturgical elements that only make sense within a first-century Jewish context. Her revolutionary approach reads manuscripts as coherent wholes rather than comparing isolated variant readings, revealing that what scholars have long considered "additions" in the so-called "Western text" are actually original Jewish elements that were later removed as Christianity distanced itself from its Jewish roots. This paradigm-shifting work, detailed in her recent books on Luke's language and characterization, suggests that the shorter Alexandrian text—which forms the basis of most modern Bible translations—represents not the earliest form but rather a "de-Judaized" version of the original text, fundamentally challenging two centuries of textual criticism methodology. Highlighted Works by Jenny Read-Heimerdinger Luke's Characters in Their Jewish World: Being Theophilus https://www.amazon.com/Lukes-Characters-their-Jewish-World/dp/0567711382/ref=sr_1_ Luke in His Own Words: A Study in the Language of Luke-Acts in Greek https://www.amazon.com/Luke-His-Own-Words-Luke-Acts-ebook/dp/B09YTMFF1D Scriptural Works Companion Article https://scripturalworks.com/ancient-variants-new-insights-the-western-text-of-acts-explained
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    1 h et 11 min
  • How Ancient Christian Writings Became Scripture

    How Ancient Christian Writings Became Scripture
    May 24 2025
    This episode of Scriptural Works explores the fascinating historical process by which early Christian writings evolved from oral traditions to become the authoritative scriptures we know today as the New Testament. Co-hosts Greg Camp and Patrick Spencer examine how personal letters from Paul, eyewitness accounts in the Gospels, and other early Christian documents gradually gained scriptural status over several centuries, challenging the common misconception that the Bible simply "dropped from heaven" fully formed. The discussion begins with the transition from oral to written tradition in early Christianity. Following Jesus's death around 30-33 CE, his teachings were initially preserved and transmitted through oral storytelling within Christian communities for approximately 20-40 years before being written down. The hosts explain how recent scholarship has challenged earlier assumptions about the unreliability of oral tradition, showing instead that ancient communities had effective safeguards and memorization practices that preserved these teachings accurately. Paul's letters, beginning with Galatians around 48 CE, represent the earliest Christian writings, while the Gospel of Mark is generally considered the first written gospel, composed sometime between the 50s and 70s CE. A crucial factor in the development of Christian scripture was the adoption of the codex format rather than traditional scrolls. Early Christians showed a remarkable preference for codices, with approximately 90% of early Christian texts using this format compared to only 10% of non-Christian texts from the same period. This revolutionary format allowed for easier reference, cross-referencing, more efficient use of materials, greater portability for missionary work, and the ability to collect multiple writings into single volumes. The codex format also helped distinguish Christian texts visually from Jewish scrolls and other Greco-Roman literature, creating a distinctive Christian textual culture. The canonization process was driven by various challenges and practical needs, including the deaths of eyewitnesses, the spread of Christianity beyond its Jewish origins, and theological controversies. Figures like Marcion, who rejected the Old Testament entirely and created his own limited canon of Paul's letters, forced the early church to clarify which writings were authoritative. Similarly, Gnostic movements with their emphasis on secret knowledge challenged mainstream Christianity to articulate clearer boundaries. The church developed four main criteria for recognizing authoritative texts: apostolic connection (ties to eyewitnesses), orthodoxy (alignment with core teachings), catholicity (universal acceptance across diverse communities), and antiquity (proximity to the apostolic age). The formal recognition of the New Testament canon was a gradual, community-driven process rather than a top-down decree. Contrary to popular belief, the Council of Nicaea in 325 CE did not determine the biblical canon but focused on Christological issues. The actual formal listing of the 27 New Testament books occurred at the Synod of Hippo in 393 CE and the Council of Carthage in 397 CE, which recognized and affirmed books already widely used in Christian worship and teaching. The hosts emphasize that different Christian traditions today still maintain slightly different canons—Protestant (66 books total), Catholic (73 books), and Orthodox (76-81 books)—reflecting the complex historical development of these sacred collections and the ongoing diversity within Christianity regarding scriptural authority. Scriptural Works Companion Article: https://scripturalworks.com/from-scrolls-to-scripture-how-early-christian-writings-became-authoritative-scripture
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    1 h et 26 min

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