Invitation to biblical interpretation :

Köstenberger, Andreas J., 1957-

Invitation to biblical interpretation : exploring the hermeneutical triad of history, literature, and theology / Andreas J. Köstenberger, Richard D. Patterson. - Grand Rapids, MI : Kregel Publications, c2011. - 891 p. : ill. ; 24 cm. - Invitation to theological studies series. . - Invitation to theological studies series. .

Includes bibliographical references and indexes.

The who, why, and how of interpretation. Welcome to the hermeneutical triad: history, literature, and theology -- Interpretation: the hermeneutical triad. The context of scripture: history. Setting the stage: historical-cultural background -- The focus of scripture: literature. The Old Testament canon: the law, the prophets, and the writings -- The New Testament canon: the gospels, Acts, epistles, and apocalypse -- Enjoying a good story: Old Testament historical narrative -- A word from the wise: poetry and wisdom -- Back to the future: prophecy -- Hearing the good news: New Testament historical narrative (gospels and Acts) -- Calling for discernment: parables -- Going by the letter: epistles -- Visions of the end: apocalyptic literature (Revelation) -- The importance of context: grammar, syntax, and discourse -- The meaning of words: linguistics, semantics, and exegetical fallacies -- A way of speaking: interpreting figurative language -- The goal: theology. Making the connection: getting our theology from the Bible -- Application and proclamation: God's word coming to life. Getting down to earth: using the tools, preaching and applying the word.

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Bible--Hermeneutics--Textbooks.
Bible--Criticism, interpretation, etc.--Textbooks.

BS476 / .K67 2011

220.601