Stunned by Scripture
St. Paul Center for Biblical TheologyRenowned Scripture scholar Dr. John Bergsma teams up with special guests to unpack the rich mysteries of Sacred Scripture. In Stunned by Scripture—a bi-weekly podcast from the St. Paul Center—Dr. Bergsma and his expert guests tackle the challenging questions of biblical interpretation with clarity, passion, and a healthy dose of Catholic wit. From the historical and cultural background of the Old ... more
| Publishes | Twice monthly | Episodes | 14 | Founded | 8 months ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | ChristianityReligion & Spirituality | |||
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In this new episode of Stunned by Scripture, Dr. John Bergsma is joined by Dr. Gary Rendsburg.
Dr. Rendsburg is the Professor of Jewish Studies at Rutgers University—renowned in Catholic, Protestant, and Jewish circles for his work in Old Testament ... more
Dr. Bergsma discusses the origins of life, aliens, and proof of God.
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Dr. Bergsma sits down with Fr. Pablo Gadenz to discuss who St. Luke really was, and how Fr. Gadenz shaped Dr. Bergsma's view on the matter.
The so-called “deuterocanonical” books of the Catholic Old Testament include Tobit, Judith, Wisdom, Sirach, Baruch, 1 Maccabees, and 2 Maccabees. But what makes a book deuterocanonical? How did these books become part of the Scriptural canon in the f... more
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- Huge fan but—
John Bergsma is an excellent teacher and writer and simply knows so much, and this podcast has been pretty interesting so far. Re his interview with Dr. Sirilla, however: please don’t spend so much time in your interviews congratulating each other on your wonderfulness. We know you’re both smart and accomplished. And the wonderful big families, and the wonderful awesome people you know, have worked with, etc. Think about how it comes across, please. I’m still unclear what I’m to get out of this... more
Apple Podcasts5KGNicho
United States5 months ago - Substantive and Unambiguous
Love this podcast and foresee this being a go-to for a Catholic understanding of scripture going forward!
Apple Podcasts5anarduzziUnited States6 months ago - Amazing content
Loved the two episodes and can’t wait to hear more. Very informative and a good resource for all Catholics
Apple Podcasts5andre198737United States7 months ago - Solid scripture study
The first episode is exactly what you would expect, broad exegesis of issues and parsing how biblical studies must be done properly, told through the prism of how his faith evolved. JB is great when it comes to making the complex understandable.
Apple Podcasts5CThombreUnited States7 months ago - Fantastic
I feel I lack the knowledge and the ability to teach about our faith effectively and you just do it naturally Dr. Bergsma. I will be sharing your podcast with my skeptic and unbeliever family members in the hope that they will take the time to listen.
Apple Podcasts5ElisaW Toronto
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The content spans a variety of topics relating to Sacred Scripture, focusing primarily on theological concepts, biblical interpretation, and the relevance of ancient texts in contemporary faith discussions. The discussions often include historical contexts, enriching the understanding of both the Old and New Testaments, while addressing common misconceptions in biblical canon and theology. Unique aspects include the host's engagement with both experts and listeners, providing not just academic insights but also practical applications of Scripture in everyday life, making it suitable for individuals seeking to deepen their faith through informed dialogue about their beliefs.
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Recent guests on Stunned by Scripture include:
1. Gary Rendsburg
2. Dr. Shane Owens
3. Father Boniface Hicks
4. Heather Kim
5. Alex Jones
6. Katie McGrady
7. Dr. Jeff Morrow
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