Introduction to Biblical Hermeneutics: The Search for Meaning

Introduction to Biblical Hermeneutics: The Search for Meaning

Since its publication in 1994, An Introduction to Biblical Hermeneutics has become a standard text for a generation of students, pastors, and serious lay readers. This second edition has been substantially updated and expanded, allowing the authors to fine-tune and enrich their discussions on fundamental interpretive topics. In addition, four new chapters have been included that address more recent controversial issues:<br />• The role of biblical theology in interpretation<br />• How to deal with contemporary questions not directly addressed in the Bible<br />• The New Testament’s use of the Old Testament<br />• The role of history in interpretation<br />The book retains the unique aspect of being written by two scholars who hold differing viewpoints on many issues, making for vibrant, thought-provoking dialogue. What they do agree on, however, is the authority of Scripture, the relevance of personal Bible study to life, and why these things matter.