The Organon of Scripture, or the Inductive Method of Biblical Interpretation (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

James Sanford Lamar

9780266979906: The Organon of Scripture, or the Inductive Method of Biblical Interpretation (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0266979904 ISBN 13: 9780266979906

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Discover a fresh approach to biblical interpretation that aims to reshape how we read the Bible.

This historical study presents a bold claim: a new, inductive method should guide how we interpret Scripture, rather than relying on established rules alone. It frames the task as clarifying principles that govern interpretation and applying them to the text itself.

The work surveys old and competing methods, explains why they fall short, and outlines how a disciplined, reader-centered approach can reduce confusion and disagreement among scholars and readers alike. It also situates the method within broader debates about creeds, polemics, and Protestant thought.

Defines and defends an inductive approach to biblical interpretation.
Critically assesses mystic, scholastic, and dogmatic methods that have shaped study of the Bible.
Explains how to apply a clear method to understand Scripture without overreliance on tradition.
Considers the history and influence of Protestant thinking on hermeneutics.

Ideal for readers of religious history, theology, and students looking for a structured way to read sacred texts.

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