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Divine Inversion and Visual Hermeneutics: Rereading David and Goliath in 1 Samuel 17 Sugihyono, Sugihyono
Journal of Comprehensive Science Vol. 4 No. 4 (2025): Journal of Comprehensive Science (JCS)
Publisher : Green Publisher Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.59188/jcs.v4i4.3113

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This article explores a narrative-visual hermeneutic approach to the story of David and Goliath in 1 Samuel 17:1–58, emphasizing the interpretive power of visualization in biblical exegesis. Traditional interpretations often focus on historical or theological dimensions, yet they tend to overlook how visual imagination and narrative construction shape reader engagement and theological understanding. Drawing upon cognitive literary theory, narrative criticism, and theological aesthetics, this study analyzes how descriptive details, rhetorical contrast, and spatial dynamics create a vivid mental simulation that reveals deeper theological motifs such as divine reversal, embodied faith, and covenantal trust. The research demonstrates that visualization not only enhances comprehension of the narrative structure but also reinforces its theological message—highlighting the triumph of divine agency through unlikely vessels. Through a detailed textual analysis, supported by contemporary biblical scholarship and visual-cognitive frameworks, the study affirms the value of imaginative engagement as a legitimate and transformative tool in biblical interpretation. This approach contributes to interdisciplinary conversations on hermeneutics, pedagogy, and the cognitive impact of Scripture.
Did Sarah Know? Unveiling the Isaac's Sacrifice Eppang, Paulus; Sugihyono, Sugihyono; Hariyanto, Hariyanto; Winanto, Oey Natanael
DUNAMIS: Jurnal Teologi dan Pendidikan Kristiani Vol 10, No 1 (2025): Oktober 2025 (In Progress)
Publisher : Sekolah Tinggi Teologi Intheos Surakarta

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.30648/dun.v10i1.1929

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This study investigates the question of whether Sarah was aware of God’s command to Abraham to sacrifice their son, Isaac. Although Genesis 22 does not explicitly mention Sarah’s awareness, this paper argues that the emotional, spiritual, and practical unity between Abraham and Sarah—consistently depicted throughout the biblical narrative—strongly implies her knowledge and joint participation. The account of Abraham and Sarah’s extensive spiritual journey, beginning in Mesopotamia, continuing through Haran, and culminating in Canaan, is reexamined through a close textual reading and contextual interpretation. Methodologically, the study employs a qualitative approach, utilizing hermeneutical analysis and Hebrew narrative criticism to interpret the biblical text and uncover the dynamics of the events described. The finding suggest that Abraham indeed informed Sarah, and that she knowingly shared in both the suffering and the faith required to endure this divine test alongside him.
Marriage of conglomerates and destitute widows: A Narrative Study of Boaz and Ruth Love Story in Book of Ruth Chapters 1-4 Sugihyono, Sugihyono
Devotion : Journal of Research and Community Service Vol. 4 No. 4 (2023): Devotion: Journal of Research and Community Service
Publisher : Green Publisher Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36418/devotion.v4i4.452

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This study aims to conduct a theological study to answer questions, including: why did Boaz want to marry Ruth? Isn't Boaz a wealthy man, famous and of good character? and was not Ruth a poor widow, a cursed Moabite woman (Deuteronomy 23:3)? What was the advantage of the Moabite female Ruth, over the Israelite woman? Are there any values that Boaz held as a prerequisite for him to determine a life partner? In Ruth chapters 2 and 3, it shows that Ruth received preferential treatment from Boaz while picking up barley in her field, Ruth also received a good reception from Boaz when at night she came to her threshing place. This is what the author refers to in discussing and developing this research, especially finding the values that Boaz has to get a wife, as well as knowing the character that Boaz and Ruth have to be a husband and wife who are commensurate with God's will. Using a qualitative approach with a literature study method, through the source of books and literature that correlates with this research problem. From this research it can be concluded that both Boaz and Ruth both had very commendable characters who eventually united them into a commensurate and blessed husband and wife of God. However, above all there was God's involvement and guidance that made the process of Ruth and Boaz's encounter perfect.