Ep 239: Understanding Biblical Law with Dru Johnson

In this episode Dr. Dru Johnson returns to discuss his new book Understanding Biblical Law: Skills for Thinking Through and With the Torah, out now on Baker. Dr. Johnson explains how modern people have misunderstood the Law, reading it through our contemporary legal and theological frameworks, and busts several myths about Biblical Law. We then explore how the Law must be understood in in ancient legal context, how intersects with narrative, its role in community formation, its movement from specific instances to general principle, and its overall concern with righteousness and human wellbeing. We also discuss the need to understand the Law in its ancient context, its impact on New Testament interpretation, and its enduring relevance for Christians today.

Additional Resources

Understanding Biblical Law: https://a.co/d/ccRVa7U

Dru on X: @Dru_Johnson

OnScript Podcast: https://onscript.study/

Biblical Mind Podcast: https://thebiblicalmind.org/