In this episode Zach Williams talks with Jim Hamilton about his journey to writing about the literary structure of the Gospel of John. They explore the importance of understanding the interpretive perspective of biblical authors, the various literary structures present in Scripture, and how these elements enhance our reading and interpretation of the Bible. Dr. Hamilton emphasizes the significance of repeated reading and memorization of Scripture for deeper understanding, and he provides practical advice for both lay readers and those in teaching roles.
Resources:
1) In the Beginning Was the Word: Finding Meaning in the Literary Structure of the Gospel of John
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to the London Lyceum Podcast
02:08 Meet Dr. Jim Hamilton: A Passionate Biblical Scholar
02:36 The Journey to Writing on the Gospel of John
04:42 Understanding the Interpretive Perspective of Biblical Authors
09:32 Exploring Literary Structures in the Bible
16:42 The Pervasiveness of Literary Structures Across Texts
22:42 The Impact of Literary Structure on Understanding John's Gospel
24:16 Understanding the Literary Structure of John
27:11 The Importance of Chiastic Structures
31:57 Addressing Criticism of Literary Analysis
37:41 Patterns in John's Other Writings
40:21 Practical Advice for Bible Readers
44:43 Incorporating Literary Structures in Preaching
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