Resultados Editorial "LEARN25" en Biblias y estudios bíblicos

Join three of Catholicism’s leading biblical scholars in exploring the Gospels of Matthew, John, Luke, and Mark. Learn25 listeners have long gained knowledge and spiritual fulfillment from our biblical studies offerings. Now, featuring four illuminating courses from beloved scripture experts, this bundle offers close readings of the four gospels and places the texts in meaningful conversation with one another.

Brilliant professor, Sr. Dianne Bergant, guides you through the greatest work of prayer ever written. Under the guidance of Sr. Bergant, PhD, the former President of the Catholic Biblical Association of America, you will experience the timeless power of the psalms.

Join one of the world’s leading New Testament scholars in this unique audio course on three vital books of the Bible: First and Second Timothy and the Epistle to Titus. Called the “Pastoral Epistles”, these letters were vital in shaping early Christian communities, bringing the message of Christ into a new era. By studying them, you will increase your understanding of early Christianity and enrich your faith.

No other book of the Bible has captured the hearts, minds, and imaginations of people through three millennia as vividly as Exodus. With stories of a prophet rescued from a basket on the river, the parting of a sea, and an entire nation wandering in the desert, this book seems made for the movies. Appropriately, some theologians have called the book of Exodus "the most important book in the Bible."

Why are we so fascinated by the Dead Sea Scrolls? In the mid-20th century, several Bedouin shepherds happened upon ancient scrolls housed in a cave. These documents, called the Dead Sea Scrolls, are often considered the most important manuscript discovery of the modern era. A veil of mystery, however, shrouds these ancient scrolls.

What are the apocryphal gospels? Purporting to fill in the missing pieces of Jesus' life story, these books are often the subject of popular discussion and heated debates. Few, however, truly understand their context and meaning. In The Apocryphal Gospels: Exploring the Lost Books of the Bible, you have the opportunity to explore these gripping texts with one of Catholicism's great scholars.

From the time of the early Christians, the book of Revelation has fascinated and puzzled its readers in equal measure. Now you can join one of the world’s leading experts in exploring this important - and often misunderstood - biblical book.

Explore the Fourth Gospel with one of Catholicism's leading biblical scholars. From the time of its first appearance, the Gospel of John has gripped the imagination and the hearts of Christians. Composed towards the latter part of the first century, the so-called "Spiritual Gospel" presents a compelling and distinctive portrait of Jesus and his mission.

In this masterful audio series from Boston College theology professor Harvey Egan, S.J., you’ll focus on an often neglected aspect of the Apostle Paul’s genius - his mysticism. A mentee of Karl Rahner, Fr. Egan brings to this course the knowledge gained from a phenomenal 60 years of Jesuit spirituality and philosophical-theological studies. One of the world’s leading experts on Christian mysticism, he is the perfect guide for this course.

The Gospel of Luke and Acts of the Apostles are two parts of a single triumphant work. Each an epic work in its own right, together they proclaim the gospel message and narrate the gripping story of the Church’s early days. Using the metaphor of a double helix, Fr. William Burton asks you to imagine Luke’s gospel and Acts as a single account with many parallels or rungs connecting the two sides of the twisted ladder.

Sometimes called “the gospel of the poor”, the Gospel according to Luke is known for its praise of the lowly, its meditations on forgiveness, and its preoccupation with women. Beginning with the Infancy Narratives - in which Luke helpfully instructs us how to read his text - Catholic philosophy professor Father Nick King, S.J., elucidates the distinctive features of Luke’s Gospel in 12 inspiring audio lectures.

Award-winning professor Fr. Felix Just, S.J. (PhD, Yale University) is one of America’s leading Bible teachers. Under his tutelage, you will steep yourself in research about the composition of Luke’s Gospel, the author’s original audience, and the depths of significance in these ancient pages. Teeming with fresh insights into Luke, Fr. Just’s talk will give you a deeper appreciation for this Gospel’s spiritually uplifting message. This lecture is part of a larger audio series, Fr. Felix Just’s acclaimed Introduction to the New Testament.

How does John’s portrait of Jesus differ from those by the authors of the Synoptic Gospels? What windows does he provide us - in the 21st century - onto Jesus and his disciples? Is having faith the same as believing? Experience the full power of John’s Gospel with one of America’s leading Bible teachers, Felix Just, SJ (PhD, Yale University). This short talk is part of a larger audio series, Fr. Felix Just’s acclaimed Introduction to the New Testament.

With powerful theology and mysterious authorship, the Gospel according to John offers profound theological insights into Jesus and his mission. But John has also baffled scholars and generated countless questions for millenia. In this talk, Felix Just, S.J. offers you a compass to navigate the disorienting, albeit beautifully rendered, passages of John’s Gospel. By learning how to interpret its key features, you will not only discover new depths in its ancient pages, but also arrive at a fuller picture of its relationship to the Synoptic Gospels.

What can Luke’s stories tell you about his audience? How does his portrayal of Jesus compare to those of the other Gospel authors? You will gain both a scholar’s insight into Luke’s authorship and deep spiritual epiphanies as you reframe your picture of Luke’s Gospel. As you try on different interpretations of Luke’s account of both Jesus and Jesus’ most loyal followers, you’ll come to a new understanding of what it means to be a good disciple.

How does Acts complement Luke’s Gospel? Can you read one without the other? Does the order in which they were written have any bearing on their meaning for 21st-century readers like you? With one of America’s leading Bible teachers, Felix Just, S.J. (PhD, Yale University), you will delve into compelling new research about Luke’s two-volume project. As you consider some of the finer points - like the probable date of authorship and the significance of the structural outline each follows - you’ll uncover untold depths of meaning.

In this talk, you’ll explore Matthew’s distinct take on Jesus and his disciples. The first book of the New Testament, Matthew’s writing sets the tone for the remainder of the Gospels. As you tune your thoughts to Matthew’s contributions to Christology - or, the study of the person of Jesus - you will pay particular attention to the way in which Matthew introduces Jesus as fulfilling the Old Testament. Under the tutelage of Fr. Felix Just, S.J., you’ll develop strategies for probing its form and meaning.

The four Gospels are foundational to Christianity. Yet Christian readers are often puzzled by the differences between the Gospels, preferring to harmonize the four into a single narrative. Now, this 24-part lecture course invites you to understand each Gospel's distinctive message. Along the way, you will examine theories about how the three Synoptic Gospels are related. You will also learn why the evangelists are symbolized by four living creatures: the man or angel, the lion, the ox, and the eagle.

Jesus was a figure thoroughly grounded in the religious traditions of Judaism, and his Jewish context illuminates his mission and ministry. Two millennia after the death of Jesus of Nazareth, the story of his life and teachings continues to compel scholars and the faithful alike to seek more information about him as a person - living in a particular place at a particular time.

With Zach Flanagin (PhD, University Chicago), you will study cutting-edge scholarship that reconstructs the historical Jesus. From The Da Vinci Code and Jesus Christ Superstar to the works of Thomas Jefferson and contemporary scholars, Prof. Flanagin merges popular with scholastic “portraits” for full effect.