The Jewish People And Their Sacred Scripture Flashcards
What is the Jewish People and Their Sacred Scripture?
A document published by the Pontifical Biblical Commission in 1993 about the importance of the Hebrew Scriptures to Christian faith and biblical exegesis.
Are the Hebrew Scriptures authoritative?
The document affirms the authority of the Hebrew Scriptures as divine revelation. The Hebrew Scriptures are not just a preface to the New Testament.
Is Jewish interpretation of scripture legitimate?
The document affirms that there are other valid interpretations outside Christianity, hence Jewish interpretation is both possible and legitimate.
How do Christians approach scripture?
Christians read scripture in light of the life, death and resurrection of Jesus.
What is significant about the Christian retrospective reading of scripture?
The retrospective nature of a Christian reading of scripture is significant because it eliminates any justification for accusing the Jews of a lack of vision.
What do different readings of scripture signify?
Different readings of scripture are expressions of faith, not expressions of anti-Semitism.
What is the central disagreement between Jewish and Christian interpretation?
The central disagreement concerns the development of/implications for faith.
What does the document teach about supersessionism?
The document rejects the theology of supersessionism.
What is the significance of this document?
The document is a theological development in Catholic teaching about the relationship between the Church and Judaism.
