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Divine Words, Human Minds: Unraveling Scripture in the Age of Reason
Join us for an illuminating journey into Pope Leo XIII's groundbreaking 1893 encyclical, "Providentissimus Deus" (On the Study of Holy Scripture). In this episode, we explore how the Church navigated the choppy waters of biblical interpretation at a time when rationalism was challenging traditional religious thought.
We'll delve into Leo XIII's passionate defense of the Bible as the ultimate source of divine revelation and examine his strategy for protecting sacred texts from the rising tide of skepticism. Our discussion will unpack the Pope's guidelines for proper scriptural interpretation, offering insights into how the Church sought to balance faith and reason in biblical studies.
Key topics we'll cover include:
This episode provides a fascinating look at a pivotal moment in Catholic biblical scholarship. We'll consider how "Providentissimus Deus" laid the groundwork for modern Catholic approaches to Scripture and how its principles continue to influence biblical studies today.
Whether you're a theology buff, a history enthusiast, or simply curious about how the Church has grappled with scientific and philosophical challenges to faith, this episode offers valuable insights. Join us as we unravel the complexities of divine revelation and human interpretation in an age of reason and skepticism.
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By Julio A. M.Join us for an illuminating journey into Pope Leo XIII's groundbreaking 1893 encyclical, "Providentissimus Deus" (On the Study of Holy Scripture). In this episode, we explore how the Church navigated the choppy waters of biblical interpretation at a time when rationalism was challenging traditional religious thought.
We'll delve into Leo XIII's passionate defense of the Bible as the ultimate source of divine revelation and examine his strategy for protecting sacred texts from the rising tide of skepticism. Our discussion will unpack the Pope's guidelines for proper scriptural interpretation, offering insights into how the Church sought to balance faith and reason in biblical studies.
Key topics we'll cover include:
This episode provides a fascinating look at a pivotal moment in Catholic biblical scholarship. We'll consider how "Providentissimus Deus" laid the groundwork for modern Catholic approaches to Scripture and how its principles continue to influence biblical studies today.
Whether you're a theology buff, a history enthusiast, or simply curious about how the Church has grappled with scientific and philosophical challenges to faith, this episode offers valuable insights. Join us as we unravel the complexities of divine revelation and human interpretation in an age of reason and skepticism.