This volume guides readers in understanding the literary dimensions of the Bible by incorporating techniques for interpreting Scripture, while it also maintains faithfulness to literary genres.
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The primary task of Bible study is to determine what the Scriptures meant at the time they were written and how that meaning applies to us today. This vital guide focuses on the historical contexts of the Bible and explains differences between the Old Testament narratives, the Epistles, Gospels, Parables, Psalms and more. It's a practical approach to Bible study -- one that makes good sense and is easy to understand. This new edition includes, among other changes, a new section on the Song of Songs and an updated list of recommended commentaries and resources.
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This book is an excellent guide to how and how not to use your Bible. It is a useful resource for the preacher, giving many helpful hints into expository and experimental teaching.
If you don't believe me, the back caver material is provided by FF Bruce, one of Britain's leading evangelical theologians of the 20th Century. He says 'I do not remember reading any other book which gave so much help in the answering of these questions (concerning Biblical meaning and relevance) as this one does.'
If you don't believe me, the back caver material is provided by FF Bruce, one of Britain's leading evangelical theologians of the 20th Century. He says 'I do not remember reading any other book which gave so much help in the answering of these questions (concerning Biblical meaning and relevance) as this one does.'
17 of 17 people found the following review helpful
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If you want to understand the Bible within it's cultural context (exegesis) and how to apply it to your life (hermeneutics) - [yeah, glad I finally understand those 2 words :P] without going to bible school/college, this is the book for you. Easy to ride, and says a lot in a modest number of pages. It's a good guide that highlights key principles which based on the explanation, you for yourself can decide what you can take or leave. There were a few things I didn't fully agree with in the content, but for the most part, the rationale was acceptable. There were loads of references and suggested readings which I think may be helpful at some other time. But I think it's really good as a reference book all on it's own. And yes, if you do decide to go on to bible college, you can keep it handy as a student of English might keep a thesauraus.
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The title says it all; but I would stress that this is not a book to read cover-to-cover. I would suggest instead reading the chapter that is appropriate to the part of the Bible that you are now reading, or want to study; for example, is it a gospel, and epistle, a psalm, Revelation, or something else? Each chapter points out key characteristics of the different forms of literature in the Bible, and the authors highlight issues such as different translations, ideological bias in interpretation, and so on.
Thought-provoking and stuffed with useful information, ideas and advice, this is something well worth having on your bookshelf.
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all Christians should read this book
This book is a great introduction to how to read the Bible correctly. It explains the basic principles of exegesis and hermeneutics and illustrates their use very effectively. Read more
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very informative and well written
Just reading a few pages has opened my insight into how to really read and understand the Bible .It also answer some questions I had.
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A helpful reminder of how rightly handle the Bible
To get to grips with reading the Bible in the right way is essential, and with the help of this book reminds believers that in the inspired word of God there are different types... Read more
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verbose & heavy going! says in a paragraph what could be said in 6 words. I didn't stick with the study group who were using this as a basis for Exploring Christianity.
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Couldn't be without this book now. Buy it if you're preaching / teaching; it'll keep you on the right track.
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This book has changed the way I read the bible. A wonderful book that every believer should read. It gives you the discipline to look intelligently at a bible passage and ask two... Read more
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This book is great for general information and more detailed study. It enhances our bible reading and its also been useful for my academic study of theology.
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This is a wonderful book on Biblical interpretation. It is understandable for lay people and is theologically orthodox. I recommend it to all true believers.
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I was delighted with the service provided by the Rookery. The book arrived within a couple of days of the order being placed, it was in good condition and beautifuuly packaged... Read more
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If only Richard Dawkins and his followers would read this
It would have made the "God Delusion" a bit more of a credible book, as his exegesis was all over the place. Read more
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