My work at the University of Fribourg (interview in French)

In this video I describe how I came to the University of Fribourg, how I contribute to teaching and research here, and which adjectives I use to describe the Faculty of theology. 

My interview and those of my colleagues appear here: https://www.unifr.ch/theo/fr/fac/pers/video.html

”The Grace”: The Blessing of 2 Corinthians 13.13

This video is a part of the series "Readings in New Testament Greek" on my YouTube channel (Life&Text).

Here we focus on the blessing given by the apostle Paul to the church in Corinth in 2 Corinthians, chapter 13, verse 13.

It's a wonderful verse to memorize both for learning Greek and for one's own edification. Give it a try!

https://youtube.com/shorts/olcHO8Epe5w 

James Maurice 'Mo' Morgan's 40th Reunion Video

Cardiac Ablation: My Experience

On June 12, 2024, I had an operation called 'cardiac ablation'. Here I explain the reasons leading to my decision to have this operation. I forgot to mention in the video that I had cryoablation, which entails creating scar tissue via extreme cold. 

I wanted to do this video earlier, but it was better to give you an update only after my three-month checkup. The procedure was straightforward and successful. I'm thankful for the care and expertise of the team at Fribourg Hospital (Fribourg, Switzerland). 

This is a follow-up video on video on my experience with a procedure called 'cardioversion', which I had on April 3, 2024. 

You can see the video here: https://youtu.be/NcDwmRWPAFM This is not an instructional video but a testimony about my condition and experience.

Here are some online resources on cardiac ablation that you may find helpful: 

Cardioversion and catheter ablation, why do both? https://youtu.be/Tdxa9TcuIxQ?si=2USjIIx6hel5knki 

Research: 

Better to have the ablation sooner than later: https://youtu.be/YQldIGhQu4o?si=kF7VubFkecQAc7wz Other helpful videos: - https://www.mayoclinic.org/tests-procedures/cardiac-ablation/about/pac-20384993 - https://youtu.be/wT99wpIxlaE?si=aEfIqFzbAmTwbUom - https://youtu.be/MQ5WQ_wpwVg?si=Wzdigl-BR3N6HB6a 

You can find many videos on the underlying condition called 'atrial fibrillation', which manifests itself in different ways. See this site for more information: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/atrial-fibrillation/symptoms-causes/syc-20350624

August 1st - Happy Birthday, Switzerland!

On intellectual expression and pleasure and why I love classical guitar

Notice the slight smile of Pepe Romero (around 5:45) as he moves towards the conclusion of this beautiful piece! 

I'd like to think that academic writing arrives at this degree of pleasure from time to time...

#classicalguitar

https://youtu.be/98oyvmwWde4?t=338

Melanoma: my experience

Melanoma: my experience 

I hope this helps others to recognize the signs and risks of this skin cancer.

All the best to you and yours!

I hope this video will help you to be more aware of the signs and the risks of this skin cancer. 

Please consult the links below for excellent presentations of melanoma. https://www.melanomauk.org.uk/Pages/Category/what-is-melanoma https://www.melanomauk.org.uk/the-abcde-rule https://www.britishskinfoundation.org.uk/what-is-skin-cancer https://www.britishskinfoundation.org.uk/checking-your-skin https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/melanoma/symptoms-causes/syc-20374884

#melanoma #melanomaawareness

From being a player to an artist in the humanities?

Like so many creative activities, learning to become an artist lies in thousands of small decisions and executions, which Marty demonstrates here. 

I think there are many parallels with writing in the humanities including theology, historical research, narratology, etc. Some good food for thought!

https://youtube.com/clip/UgkxPaTPiHVGfs9J-suAAyyK93h8gnqNLRKT

Une bonne question au début de l'année académique: Pourquoi apprendre les langues bibliques?

Voici un interview avec Robin Reeve, professeur à la HET-PRO. Nous explorons les atouts de l'apprentissage des langues bibliques en lien avec l'exégèse, mais également les difficultés et les limites rencontrées par les étudiants en théologie. Robin et moi connaissons bien ces défis parce que nous sommes passés par toutes les étapes, à partir des premiers moments de contact avec les langues bibliques jusqu'à aujourd'hui où nous donnons des cours d'hébreu et de grec. Nous cherchons à offrir un peu de courage et d'espoir à tous ceux et celles qui apprennent les langues bibliques...ces langues si belles et riches! Bonne vision! James Morgan (prof. en Nouveau Testament à la HET-PRO et lecteur de grec biblique à l'Université de Fribourg)


Voir cet article de Robin Reeve sur les traductions de la Bible : https://point-theo.com/traductions-de-la-bible-legitimite-et-limites/


Pour apprendre l'alphabet grec, voir ma vidéo bilingue sur cette chaine : https://youtu.be/3XQ3YARCRSo.


La photo dans le 'thumbnail' est d'un tableau à la HET-PRO dont le nom du peintre m'est inconnu. Je le noterai aussi tôt que possible. Les morceaux musicaux sont pris de la gallérie YouTube.

Do I really have to learn ancient Greek?

Every year thousands, perhaps millions, of students begin studies in history, philosophy, and theology and they have to learn Greek, ancient Greek! Although they might not say it out loud, some are probably thinking, “Why do I have to study this language that isn’t spoken anymore? And we have translations in our languages, why do I have to learn this language? Isn't the study of ancient Greek a waste of time and energy?” Those are great questions! Are you victims of curriculum? Or are you privileged beneficiaries of some of the richest texts in human history? You can guess what my slant will be…You are definitely not victims; rather, honored explorers of antiquity.