Ep. 09 - “The Rewards of Learning Greek and Hebrew” with Dr. Catherine H. McDowell
"The Rewards of Learning Greek and Hebrew" with Dr. Catherine H. McDowell
Most Christians know the Bible was originally written in Hebrew and Greek. But many feel that actually learning these languages is impossible or only for the select few. Dr. Catherine McDowell joins JC Schroeder to talk about her new book The Rewards of Learning Greek and Hebrew and argues that you can and should learn the biblical languages. They also talk about some of the strategies and resources to do so as well as the spiritual help it can bring.
⏰ Timestamps:
1:26 Introduction
4:09 Why Learn the Biblical Languages?
7:55 The Biblical Languages in Ministry and Spiritual Formation
11:17 The Use of the Languages in Scripture
15:16 Resources for Studying
21:35 Routine to Adopt
26:15 Outro
📚 Resources:
The Rewards of Learning Greek and Hebrew by Catherine H. McDowell and Philip H. Towner
Séminaire Théologique Modelus, Milot, Haiti
Basics of Hebrew Grammar by Gary D. Pratico and Miles V. Van Pelt – Hebrew Grammar Dr. McDowell uses
Daily Dose of Hebrew and Daily Dose of Greek – free lectures and daily videos
Aleph with Beth – free YouTube videos teaching Hebrew like a living language
Biblingo – Hebrew and Greek language software
The Ezekiel Project School of Evangelism
Grand Rapids Theological Seminary
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