The occurrence of the Jewish holiday of Shavuot (the Feast of Weeks), which is observed this year at the end of May and is associated in Jewish tradition with the giving of the Ten Commandments and of ...

Christians have a moral and ethical obligation to avoid repeating the mistakes of the past when interpreting scripture. Throughout history, biblical interpretation has profoundly shaped societies, ...

This exhibit juxtaposes biblical art with text in creative ways, combining bibles from Archives & Special Collections with a selection of washi prints from the travelling exhibit Beauty Given by Grace ...

Throughout Christian history, interpretations of biblical scripture have deeply influenced doctrines that shape beliefs, ethical standards, and societal norms. Despite the insistence by many ...

Periodically, folks ask about whether we are supposed to read the Bible literally. The Church does require a literal interpretation of biblical texts. But that does not mean what most Americans ...

Interpreting scripture among adults who feel a deep sense of wonder about the universe at least once a week by religious group % of adults who feel a deep sense of wonder about the universe at least ...

Someone once compared the way people read the Bible with three kinds of home plate umpires. One umpire calls them the way he sees them. Another sees them the way he calls them. And a third kind calls ...

The Fathers of the Church recognize that the written Scriptures require interpretation. The written texts occasionally are self- evident in their meaning and can be read at face value, but often they ...