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Biblical Hermeneutics

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  • Thx. Could one interpret Jeremiah 5:5's use of the term "great" to possibly include men who are Merely great in regard to "head knowledge" of God's Word but were spiritually weak? For example, in major Universities, there could be professors in theology departments who Only have "immense head knowledge" of the bible but are sadly spiritually weak. Another example are the Pharisees who opposed Jesus Christ in the New Testament. The Pharisees had a lot of "head knowledge", and were legalistic but were spiritually weak. Would the aforementioned be a correct interpretation? Commented Jan 9 at 13:35
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    @user1338998 There are certainly abiding principles that run throughout the Bible, and one of those is as you say: head knowledge need not equate with spiritual strength. Paul said, "they have a zeal of God, but not according to knowledge" (Rom.10:2-3) due to seeking to establish their own righteousness, making them ignorant of God's. Jesus said that searching the scriptures needed to lead to coming to him in faith (Jn.5:39). You may well see that principle in the text in question. Others might not. Commented Jan 9 at 13:55