Knowing Scripture

Sproul, R. C.

ISBN 10: 083083723X / ISBN 13: 9780830837236

Verlag: IVP, 2009

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Inhaltsangabe:

The Bible is the written Word of God, and it is treasured by many. But it is also an ancient book about people and cultures very different than us. Thus, while we know we should read it, many of us have a hard time understanding the Bible.In this updated edition of Knowing Scripture, R. C. Sproul helps us dig out the meaning of Scripture for ourselves. The author says, "The theme of this book is not how to read the Bible but how to study the Bible." He presents in simple, basic terms a commonsense approach to studying Scripture and gives eleven practical guidelines for biblical interpretation and applying what we learn. With a minimum of technical jargon, Sproul tackles some of the knotty questions regarding differences of interpreting the Bible, includingdiscovering the meanings of biblical wordsunderstanding Hebrew poetry, proverbs and parablesapproaching historical and didactic passagesbeing careful with predictive prophecydiscerning how culture conditions the Biblechoosing and using Bible translations, commentaries, Bible software and other helpsKnowing Scripture is a basic book for both beginning Bible readers and experienced students of Scripture.

Críticas: "The Bible excites him and his excitement is infectious."--J. I. Packer

"This little book should be required reading for any beginning student of the Bible."--Christianity Today

"A contemporary classic to learning, understanding and applying scripture for beginning Bible students and practiced theologians. Sproul is a master at both teaching the Bible and in studying in a way that draws you closer to the heart and mind of God. In this revised edition of the worl, Sproul provides even more guidelines for reading, study and application of the Bible's truths."--On Mission, 2009 Pastor's Edition

"Probably the best, most readable introduction to biblical interpretation available."--Knowing & Doing, Spring 2009

Bibliografische Details

Titel: Knowing Scripture
Verlag: IVP
Erscheinungsdatum: 2009
Einband: Softcover
Zustand: acceptable