How do we know what Scripture means? In today’s episode, I share Professor of Old Testament John Walton’s five principles for faithful reading. These are the principles that I try to work under when I write Bible studies.

I reference the following:*

Wisdom for Faithful Reading: Principles and Practices for Old Testament Interpretation by John H. Walton

The Cultural Backgrounds Study Bible

How to Read the Bible for All Its Worth by Gordon D. Fee, Douglas Stuart*These Amazon links are affiliate links, meaning I get a small percentage of any purchases from the links.

Welcome to The Pictured Word podcast, where I look at Scripture through a curious writer and artist’s eyes, draw on the beauty found in the tradition of Christian art, and learn from the insight of Biblical scholarship. Whether you come to the Bible weary, wounded, or wondering, my goal is to help you see the Jesus revealed there. 

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