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Exegetically Speaking

Wheaton College
Wheaton College
Greek
New Testament
Greek Language
Proverbs 22:6
Biblical Languages
1 Timothy 6:17-19
Hebrews
Wisdom
Philemon
Koinonia
Philippians
Jesus Christ
Child Rearing
Romans 12:6-8
Elijah
Biblical Exegesis
Hebrew
Biblical Studies
James

“Exegetically Speaking” is a weekly podcast of the friends and faculty of Wheaton College, IL and The Lanier Theological Library. Hosted by Dr. David Capes, it features language experts who discuss the importance of learning the biblical languages—Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek—and show how reading the Bible in the original languages “pays off.” Each podcast lasts between seven and eleven minutes and ... more

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Modern students of biblical Hebrew learn that the “pointing” (symbols for vowels) of the commonly used Masoretic text of the OT was added to the Hebrew consonants in the medieval period, and that the meaning of a passage can depend on the pointing us... more

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In a healing story shared by the first three Gospels, Luke reports a uniquely worded response of onlookers, translated in the NIV as, “We have seen remarkable things today.” The key Greek word is παράδοξα (paradoxa), which is in fact noncommittal on... more

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As of Paul’s first (existing) letter to them, the Corinthians are still struggling to understand and practice their faith in their native, non-Jewish environment. In a passage centering on the knowledge of God and idolatry (1 Corinthians 8-10), Paul ... more

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Hebrew poetry is rich in parallelism of sound (phonological), words (lexical), meaning (semantic), and grammar, through which meaning is conveyed. Psalm 150 illustrates these devices, and manages to strike its climactic note through the breaking of t... more

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Recent Guests

Tom Schmidt
Associate Professor of Religious Studies at Fairfield University
Fairfield University
Episode: Incredible Things, with Tom Schmidt: Luke 5:26
Matthew Bates
Professor of New Testament at Northern Seminary
Northern Seminary
Episode: Faith as Loyalty, with Matthew Bates: Romans 3:2-3
Bradley Cameron
Visiting assistant professor at Wheaton College focusing on Hebrew and the Hebrew wisdom tradition.
Wheaton College
Episode: This God, with Bradley Cameron: Ecclesiastes 3:10
Dr. Michael Bird
Deputy Principal and Lecturer of New Testament at Ridley College
Ridley College
Episode: Crucified with Christ, with Michael Bird: Galatians 2:19-20
Mario Tafferner
Assistant Professor of Old Testament Language and Literature
Tyndale Theological Seminary
Episode: The Lord is an Avenger and the Lord is Good, with Mario Tafferner: Nahum 1:7
Dr. Gisela Kreglinger
Expert on biblical and theological understanding of wine.
Episode: Wine, Vineyards, Hebrew, and Greek, with Gisela Kreglinger
Jennifer Powell McNutt
Franklin S. Dyrness Professor of Biblical and Theological Studies at Wheaton College
Wheaton College
Episode: Biblical Languages for a Church Historian, with Jennifer Powell McNutt
Andrew Abernethy
Professor of Old Testament at Wheaton College and Program Director of the MA in Biblical Exegesis
Wheaton College
Episode: Who Has God’s Attention?, with Andrew Abernethy: Isaiah 66:2
Rico Villanueva
Hebrew scholar from Langham Publishing
Langham Publishing
Episode: Art and Truth in a Psalm, with Rico Villanueva: Psalm 1

Host

Dr. David Capes
Host of Exegetically Speaking, known for his expertise in biblical languages and theology.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 83 ratings
  • Generally insightful and interesting

    I was a little disappointed by episode 51 where the professor talked about the historicity of genesis and made links to marriage in his discussion of a verse. There is no link in the verse to ‘marriage’ in that text, certainly marriage as you know it in America in 2022. I am a doctoral student on the other side of the world and you may be I interested to know I did my masters in Queer Theology. I too am a committed Christian and enjoy going back to the original Hebrew and Greek, noting many fa... more

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    4
    Russell from New Zealand
    New Zealand3 years ago
  • Good guests

    Interesting insights from knowledgeable guests. I wish the host would let them finish their thoughts before butting in, but it’s still worth a listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Southern Pig-tailed Macaque
    United States4 years ago
  • So interesting and encouraging!

    Wonderful little tidbits, nice length, can fit one of these podcasts into my day and be refreshed and encouraged. Love the enthusiasm for languages and the Bible. It's contagious. Thank you, thank you.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    listener in ontario
    Canada4 years ago
  • Great!

    Really outstanding podcast series!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CSPerry
    United States6 years ago

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Listeners appreciate the insightful discussions with knowledgeable guests, often emphasizing the depth and academic rigor of the content.
Some listeners express the wish for a broader inclusion of diverse perspectives within the content.
The enthusiastic exploration of biblical languages is seen as both refreshing and encouraging, making the complex subject matter accessible.
There is a desire for more fluid conversations, with some feedback on the host's interaction style during interviews.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Incredible Things, with Tom Schmidt: Luke 5:26
Q: What should we take from the Greek word used in this passage?
Tom explains that 'paradoxa' carries connotations of both astonishment and suspicion, leading to different interpretations of Jesus' miracles.
Incredible Things, with Tom Schmidt: Luke 5:26
Q: So how did you get started reading Greek?
Tom became a Christian in college and wanted to know the original language of the New Testament, leading him to take Greek classes.
How Not to Run Amuck, with Richard Schultz: Proverbs 29:18
Q: How can we regard this verse today?
As a moral guardrail for civilization, showing how adherence to divine texts is crucial for society.
How Not to Run Amuck, with Richard Schultz: Proverbs 29:18
Q: What does Proverbs 29:18 really mean?
It emphasizes the need for prophetic vision and divine revelation over mere strategic planning.
Biblical Languages for Pastoring, with Mike Woodruff
Q: How do Biblical languages figure into your study preparation, getting ready to teach?
Biblical languages help in understanding and teaching scripture more deeply, and I leverage knowledge from scholars to enhance my ministry preparation.

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2. Matthew Bates
3. Bradley Cameron
4. Dr. Michael Bird
5. Mario Tafferner
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7. Jennifer Powell McNutt
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