Oral A.W. Thomas

The Nathan Narrative in 2 Samuel 7:1–17

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“Biblical texts are products of social practice. Using the traditio-historical approach, Watty examines the oral traditions of the Nathan Narrative, at the deeper levels of the stages of its composition whereby existential realities emerge, integrating faith and history. Admitting that the oral phases of transmission are unreachable, conclusions are reached with caution. This daring and creative reading strategy challenges long held concepts and theories in biblical scholarship by giants in the field, teaching the value of putting text and reader in their place.”