Episode 92: Studying Isaiah with Nephi and Jacob (Ryan Sharp)

Episode 92: Studying Isaiah with Nephi and Jacob (Ryan Sharp)

Author: BYU Religious Education November 15, 2023 Duration: 49:38

While Isaiah taught many precious truths about the life and Atonement of Jesus Christ, his teachings were anything but plain and simple. But what approaches can we take to engage with complex passages of scripture? In "'Except Some Man Should Guide Me': Studying Isaiah with Nephi and Jacob," Ryan Sharp, professor of ancient scripture, outlines the divine role the Book of Mormon prophets play in understanding Isaiah. Nephi wrote, "For I will liken [Isaiah's] words unto my people" (2 Nephi 11:2). In this episode, Dr. Sharp outlines Nephi and Jacob's pedagogy, naming their three-step approach as the setup, the passages, and the follow-up. In addition, he explains how to apply the method in our own scripture study. In following this model, our souls may also delight in the words of Isaiah.

Publications:

·      "Helping Students Rely on the Redeemer" (Religious Educator, 13.1, 2012)

·      Meeting Christ in the Book of Mormon (Amazon.com)

·      "Gentiles in the Book of Mormon" (Interpreter: A Journal of Latter-day Saint Faith and Scholarship, 33, 2019)

·      "Alma, Ambiguity, and the Development of Doctrinal Understanding" (in Give Ear to My Words, Religious Studies Center, 2019)

 

Click here to learn more about professor Ryan H. Sharp

 

 


Behind the academic papers and detailed studies produced by the faculty at Brigham Young University, there are personal journeys of faith and intellectual curiosity. Y Religion, from BYU Religious Education, opens a window into that process. Each episode sits down with the professor behind the research, moving beyond the published conclusions to explore the human questions that sparked the inquiry. Conversations delve into why a particular historical detail, scriptural insight, or theological concept demanded a closer look, and what it means for both scholarly understanding and personal belief. This isn't about dry lectures; it's about the intersection of rigorous scholarship and lived discipleship within the context of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The podcast serves as a unique bridge, making specialized academic work accessible and relevant to anyone pondering deeper spiritual truths. You'll hear scholars articulate the challenges and rewards of their dual commitment to the mind and the heart, offering listeners a richer appreciation for the ongoing dialogue between faith and learning. Tune in for thoughtful discussions that illuminate how dedicated study can deepen, rather than distance, one's spiritual journey.
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