Editorial – OralityTalks https://oralitytalks.net Journal • Webinar • Forum Mon, 31 Mar 2025 06:13:51 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8 https://oralitytalks.net/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/cropped-OralityTalks-Icon-32x32.png Editorial – OralityTalks https://oralitytalks.net 32 32 228068180 Oral Hermeneutics? https://oralitytalks.net/oral-hermeneutics/ https://oralitytalks.net/oral-hermeneutics/#comments Mon, 31 Mar 2025 06:06:00 +0000 https://oralitytalks.net/?p=2461 This issue of Orality Talks Journal explores a holistic approach to hermeneutics, moving beyond the Western grammatical-historical method. Biblical interpretation originally engaged all senses, reflecting God’s communication. The articles challenge dominant epistemologies and advocate for inclusive methods.

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]]> https://oralitytalks.net/oral-hermeneutics/feed/ 2 2461 Intro to Orality in Digital Media and Arts https://oralitytalks.net/intro-to-orality-in-digital-media-and-arts/ https://oralitytalks.net/intro-to-orality-in-digital-media-and-arts/#respond Wed, 13 Nov 2024 01:37:37 +0000 https://oralitytalks.net/?p=2216 Orality, digital media, and the arts are vital for sharing the Good News, echoing how God uses artistic expressions. Digital media empowers oral-preference communicators to engage without relying on text-based learning. This OTJ issue highlights insights from media and art experts, with practical examples from Southeast Asia and Africa, and concludes with interviews showcasing the transformative power of orality.

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]]> https://oralitytalks.net/orality-as-holistic-communication/feed/ 0 1993 Guest Editor’s Introduction: Leading from the Margins https://oralitytalks.net/guest-editors-introduction-leading-from-the-margins/ https://oralitytalks.net/guest-editors-introduction-leading-from-the-margins/#respond Wed, 13 Mar 2024 03:22:43 +0000 https://oralitytalks.net/?p=1502 In recent years, our world has confronted significant challenges, reshaping global dynamics in unforeseen ways. This edition focuses on leadership development strategies serving oral learners within the Church, urging action to equip the broader Christian community. Through case studies, interviews, and articles, we showcase exemplary leadership development models, illustrating the Global Church’s tireless efforts to reach the nations. We invite engagement with these stories, fostering dialogue and collaboration to uplift the excluded majority worldwide.

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