This episode from Real Living features Lavinia Spiritos' presentation on the importance of studying scripture. The discussion is the first half of a two-part series and covers key concepts such as the historical significance of scripture, the need for continuous learning and application of biblical teachings, and the relationship between scripture, sacred tradition, and magisterial teaching within the Catholic Church. Lavinia includes humorous examples of misunderstandings from grade school tests to emphasize the common lack of scriptural knowledge and stresses the importance of both head and heart knowledge when engaging with the Bible.

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00:00 Introduction to the Series

00:57 Humorous Misinterpretations of Scripture

04:02 The Importance of Studying Scripture

04:35 Foundational Texts and Church Teachings

07:33 The Role of Scripture in Theology

08:41 The Formation of the New Testament Canon

10:20 The Hunger for Scripture

13:52 Connecting Head and Heart Knowledge

15:09 Approaching Scripture with Faith

16:49 Scripture and the Deposit of Faith

24:51 Reading Scripture in Context

26:49 Conclusion and Final Thoughts