Mark's memory resources and the controversy stories (Mark 2:1-3:6)

Mark's memory resources and the controversy stories (Mark 2:1-3:6)

By Yoon-Man Park

Book Description

This scholarly exploration invites readers into a fascinating intersection where ancient spiritual wisdom meets modern understanding of how the human mind processes meaning. Yoon-Man Park examines the Gospel of Mark through the lens of cognitive linguistics, revealing how this foundational Christian text was designed to work with the natural patterns of human memory and comprehension.

Drawing on frame theory from cognitive linguistics, Park demonstrates how words, phrases, and entire passages in Mark's Gospel gain their full meaning only when understood within specific frameworks of knowledge and cultural assumptions. This approach proves particularly illuminating because Mark's narrative emerged from oral-aural cultures where storytelling relied heavily on cognitive memory resources rather than written texts.

The book focuses specifically on Mark 2:1-3:6, a section containing several controversy stories that showcase Jesus in dialogue and conflict with religious authorities. Through this detailed analysis, readers discover how the Gospel writer structured these accounts to align with natural cognitive processing patterns, making the spiritual teachings more memorable and impactful for ancient audiences.

For modern spiritual seekers, this work offers fresh insights into how sacred texts communicate their deepest truths. By understanding the cognitive frameworks underlying these ancient stories, readers can access richer layers of meaning and develop more nuanced approaches to biblical interpretation. The study bridges the gap between academic biblical scholarship and practical spiritual understanding, making complex linguistic concepts accessible to thoughtful readers seeking deeper engagement with foundational Christian texts.

Who Is This For?

📖 Reading Level: Medium (200-400 pages) (~10 hours)

📄 Length: 342 pages

What You'll Discover

  • ✓ Explore Exegese
  • ✓ Study Bible from spiritual perspective
  • ✓ Explore Bible, hermeneutics
  • ✓ Explore Bible, language, style
  • ✓ Explore Bible
  • ✓ Explore Hermeneutics
  • ✓ Explore Markusevangelium 2,1-3,6
  • ✓ Explore Criticism, interpretation

Topics Covered

Exegese Bible, criticism, interpretation, etc., n. t. gospels Bible, hermeneutics Bible, language, style Bible Hermeneutics Markusevangelium 2,1-3,6 Criticism, interpretation Mündliche Überlieferung Language, style Frame-Theorie

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