A Handbook for Basic Biblical Exegesis

by Samuel R. Thorpe

Overview

A Handbook for Basic Biblical Exegesis provides a guide for a systematic approach to biblical study for Christians of all schools of theological thought. Convenient for anyone in bible classes, hermeneutics classes, theological research classes, or any theological interpretation classes, this book explains and simplifies the exegetical process which is often presented as a mystical, enigmatic process. The author outlines the basic tools necessary for those interested in biblical studies and biblical language to properly interpret the language of the bible. The author presents the process using the seven steps necessary for a complete interpretation: initial translation, textual analysis, linguistic analysis (word study), historical analysis, literary analysis, theological analysis, and application. He also provides appendices containing critical information and examples to aid understanding of the exegesis process.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780761812784
Publisher:	Bloomsbury Academic
Publication date:	02/18/1999
Edition description:	New Edition
Pages:	96
Product dimensions:	5.50(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.23(d)

About the Author

R. Samuel Thorpe is Associate Professor of Church Ministries and Theological Studies at Oral Roberts University.

Table of Contents

chapter 1 Foreword
chapter 2 Initial Translation
chapter 3 Textual Analysis
chapter 4 Linguistic Analysis (Word Study)
chapter 5 Historical Analysis
chapter 6 Literary Analysis
chapter 7 Theological Analysis
chapter 8 Application
chapter 9 Appendices: English Translations of the Bible
chapter 10 Descriptions of Ancient Text
chapter 11 Numbers and Luke with Variants
chapter 12 Summary Review of the Exegetical Process
chapter 13 Student Sample Paper
chapter 14 Complete Biography

Editorial Reviews

This handbook for Greek, Hebrew, and English Bible students systematically explains what exegesis is and how to prepare an exegesis paper. Seven chapters outline the major headings that can be used in the exegesis paper<-->initial translation; textual, linguistic, historical, literary, and theological analysis; and application. Lacks an index. Annotation c. Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)

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