How Have People Interpreted the Bible Over 2,000 Years? Discover the Surprising Answers
Join a 50-minute lesson plus 30-minute Q&A session from Bible scholar, Dr. Pete Enns as an online course!
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Overview

In The History of Biblical Interpretation, Dr. Pete Enns takes students on a fast-paced journey through 2,000 years of Christian engagement with Scripture, highlighting how different communities across time have interpreted the Bible through evolving theological, cultural, and philosophical lenses. 

Through seven major stages—from Second Temple Judaism and the New Testament writers to the Reformation and postmodern thought—participants will gain insight into how interpretive methods have shifted and why. Rather than offering a singular correct reading, this course emphasizes the diversity of approaches and the ongoing challenge of making ancient texts relevant in new contexts. 

With wit, clarity, and deep historical awareness, Enns invites learners to approach Scripture with greater humility, self-awareness, and appreciation for its complexity.

What You'll Learn


  • The seven major stages of biblical interpretation across Christian history 
  • How different eras (e.g., Early Church, Medieval, Reformation) approached Scripture 
  • Why interpretation styles change with historical and cultural shifts 
  • How allegorical, literal, and modern methods interact and compete 
  •  Tools for reading the Bible with historical awareness and theological humility

About Your Instructor:
Dr. Pete Enns is the Abram S. Clemens Professor of Biblical Studies at Eastern University and a leading voice in the world of Bible scholarship. He is the author of several influential books, including The Bible Tells Me So, How the Bible Actually Works, and Inspiration and Incarnation. 

 Dr. Enns is also the co-host of the widely acclaimed podcast The Bible for Normal People, which brings deep biblical insights to everyday listeners with honesty and humor. His work focuses on how the Bible was written, how it’s been interpreted over time, and how modern readers can engage it with both faith and critical thinking.

Disclaimer


This lecture was originally delivered to a Christian audience, and Dr. Peter Enns presents the material through a Christian theological lens. However, he fully embraces the tools and insights of historical-critical scholarship throughout. Whether you're a person of faith or non-religious, you'll find this course deeply insightful and thought-provoking as it traces the evolution of biblical interpretation from ancient Judaism to the postmodern era.
Special Online Price $24.95
A live seminar like this would typically cost $100 or more, but you can get the complete online course for just $24.95.
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  • Lifetime access to the course
  • 30 minutes of Q&A with Dr. Pete Enns
  • Full-Colored PowerPoint Presentation Slides

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