
Using the Discourse Dataset for Bible Study (HDOT, HDNT), Part 2/2
August 7, 2026
Dr. John Fallahee explains how the Discourse Dataset in Logos helps readers identify structural features like over-specification, spatial frames, and tailhead linkage in Scripture. These visual tags—accessible via Formatting > Reformat > Discourse Features—reveal how authors organize thoughts without requiring language expertise. Practical examples from Genesis and Matthew show how tags highlight emphasis, narrative flow, and theological connections, enabling deeper study through searches like 'earth' with 'temporal frame' or 'point counterpoint' comparisons. The dataset complements, not replaces, careful exegesis, making it a valuable tool for asking better questions about God's Word.




