“Trying to study the Bible without knowing the original languages is like trying to play Beethoven on a mouth organ. It’s just not going to be hugely successful. You might be able to get something of the tune, but it won’t be exactly what the guy had in mind.” — NT Wright
[Believe me, no one is more shocked than I that he said something so intelligent and correct. But when a guy’s right, he’s right and there’s nothing you can do about it. Via Jim Barr on FB].
*looks around for flying pigs…*
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i know….
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Does this mean those without rhythm must settle for waiting for the maestro bring them music?
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it means they shouldn’t pretend to lead the orchestra
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I agree.
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[…] HT: That pesky Jim West […]
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[…] Bracket-busters are those unexpected victories no one would have predicted, yet everyone loves to watch. This month’s biblioblogging produced its fair share of unpredictable, whimsical moments that made a lot of fans throw up their hands in amazement. For instance, can anyone forget the time Jim West favorably quoted N. T. Wright? […]
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