Rightly Divided: Readings in Biblical Hermeneutics

ISBN: 0825440998

Author: Roy B. Zuck

Condition: Used

Be diligent to present yourself approved to God, a worker who does not need to be ashamed, rightly dividing the word of truth.-2 Timothy 2:15 (NKJV)Everyone who studies and teaches the Bible has a responsibility to accurately interpret and communicate Gods message. Understanding the principles of sound interpretation, therefore, is of vital importance. Pastors, Bible teachers, and anyone who studies the Scriptures will appreciate the helpful guidance of this collection of scholarship. Rightly Divided brings together the insights of twenty-one experienced Bible scholars in the field of hermeneutics, providing a basic overview of hermeneutics and also addressing specific issues of interpretation. Included are chapters by:Darrell L. Bock-Evangelicals and the Use of the Old Testament in the NewG. B. Caird-Ambiguity in the BibleNorman Geisler-The Relation of Purpose and Meaning in Interpreting ScriptureWalter C. Kaiser Jr.-Issues in Contemporary HermeneuticsI. Howard Marshall-The Holy Spirit and the Interpretation of ScriptureJ. Robertson McQuilken-Identifying the Audience God IntendedBernard Ramm-The Devotional and Practical Use of the BibleRoy B. Zuck-The What and Why of Bible Interpretation