TY - BOOK AU - Köstenberger,Andreas J. AU - Patterson,Richard Duane TI - Invitation to biblical interpretation: exploring the hermeneutical triad of history, literature, and theology T2 - Invitation to theological studies series SN - 9780825430473 AV - BS476 .K67 2011 U1 - 220.601 23 PY - 2011/// CY - Grand Rapids, MI PB - Kregel Publications KW - Bible KW - Hermeneutics KW - Textbooks KW - Criticism, interpretation, etc N1 - 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 ER -