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Samuel Byrskog (Story as History) says writing was usually seen as supplementary to oral discourse and that it functioned as a memorandum of what the person already should remember from oral communication. Written tradition would then be the natural evolution of the oral tradition. Just as oral traditions (stories) changed from community to community so then the written tradition would follow.

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Which came first sacred tradition or sacred scripture?

Tradition is all things having to do with a particular religion that are handed down from generation to generation. This would include written Scripture, creeds and other writings and teachings about the faith. So Scripture can be seen as part of the greater Tradition of faith.


How did the Hebrews create an enduring written religious tradition and what was its significance?

The Hebrews created an enduring written religious tradition through the composition and preservation of texts like the Torah and other scriptures. This tradition served to codify religious beliefs, practices, and histories, providing a foundation for Jewish identity and faith. The significance lies in how these texts have been passed down through generations, shaping Jewish culture, beliefs, and practices up to the present day.


What did the Pharisees believe had equal authority with the written Law?

The Pharisees believed that oral tradition, known as the Oral Torah, had equal authority with the written Law (Torah) in guiding Jewish life and practice. They believed that both the written and oral traditions were equally important in interpreting and applying the laws of Moses.


Why do you think oral tradition was such an easy and convenient way for ancient peoples to transmit important information and culture?

Oral tradition was accessible to all members of society, regardless of literacy levels, making it a universal form of communication. It allowed for flexible adaptation and retelling of stories based on the audience and context, ensuring the preservation and dissemination of cultural knowledge. Additionally, oral tradition created a sense of community and shared identity through storytelling and performance.


What is deliberate tradition?

Confucianism is an example of this; it states that there is no instinctual tradition as every new generation has its own society, therefore tradition must be conciously established for it to exist.

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What is the opposite of oral tradition?

The opposite of oral tradition is written tradition, where knowledge, stories, and information are recorded and transmitted through written documents instead of being passed down through spoken word.


How does oral tradition differ from a written source?

history is normally written down and oral tradition isn't.


What is the opposite of oral?

written tradition


What has the author A Grillmeier written?

A. Grillmeier has written: 'Christ in Christian tradition'


How does oral tradition differ from written source?

Oral tradition is information passed down through generations by word of mouth, while written sources are recorded information in written form. Oral tradition tends to be more fluid and changeable, influenced by the storyteller, while written sources are usually more fixed and can be referenced repeatedly. Written sources allow for greater precision and detail, while oral tradition relies on memory and interpretation.


Was the scripture written before tradition began?

If you are talking about the Bible and Catholic tradition then yes the Bible came first and tradition came second


What has the author Janice Markey written?

Janice Markey has written: 'A new tradition?'


What has the author Daniel Brown written?

Daniel Brown has written: 'Rethinking tradition'


What has the author F Stevens written?

F. Stevens has written: 'The living tradition'


How does Pakuwaa cope with tradition in the novel A Woman In Her Prime written by Asare Konadu?

How does pokuwa cope with tradition


History that is spoken not written?

That is called oral tradition.


What has the author Stephanus Djawanai written?

Stephanus Djawanai has written: 'Ngadha text tradition' -- subject(s): Discourse analysis, Grammar, Ngada language, Oral tradition