Leona Glidden Running is a language expert and has shared, in years past, her talents and knowledge with many seminary students preparing for ministry. She taught a variety of topics and formats that can be useful in understanding and appreciating the Scriptures.
Her teaching career lasted several decades as she influenced and inspired countless numbers of ministers and scholars. Even though she knows several modern languages, her greatest contribution was the teaching of biblical languages and assisting her students to better understand the Bible and the environment in which it was written. Those who had the privilege of studying languages from her will always remember her approach— total immersion in the new language. Likewise, students will remember her personal enthusiasm and willingness to help them.
Her book, My Journey, is an autobiographical reflection of her life and contributions in the field of education. Not only will this book be of particular interest to those who studied languages under Dr. Running, but it also shows what a person with determination and God’s blessing can accomplish in the field of education.
The book chronicles Leona Running’s life, and she shares her recollections of a variety of individuals, including well-known scholar William F. Albright.
—Reviewed by Nikolaus Satelmajer, editor, Ministry.
