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A Lesson in Interpretation

2 November 2026

One of the most basic principles of interpretation involves placing something within its appropriate temporal context—its setting in time.

William D. Barrick on a raft in the Grand Canyon — I’m a semi-retired Hebrew and Old Testament professor and I help people understand the richness of the Old Testament so they can joyfully love and serve their Creator. I’ve been married 60 years to a wonderful wife, and have 4 married children, 14 grandchildren, and 4 great-grandchildren.

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