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Nov 2020
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Cultural Biblical Interpretation

Paul Axton
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Jon and Paul discuss the history of biblical interpretation, critical approaches to Scripture, and the recent role of "cultural interpretation" as a means of arriving at a peaceable hermeneutic.  Become a Patron! If you enjoyed this podcast, please consider donating to support our work. Music: Bensound 
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