Understanding the Bible: A Basic Introduction to Biblical Interpretation - Softcover

Montague, George T.

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9780809137442: Understanding the Bible: A Basic Introduction to Biblical Interpretation

Synopsis

A popular overview of the ways scripture has been interpreted from biblical times to the present, with an evaluation of ancient and contemporary methods.

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About the Author

George T. Montague, SM, is a professor of biblical theology at St. Mary's University, San Antonio, TX. He is the author of numerous books on scripture. He has served as president of the Catholic Biblical Association of America and as editor of the Catholic Biblical Quarterly. He is also a popular speaker internationally.

Review

A useful and readable study of the history of hermeneutics. -- Religious Studies Review

As an overview intended to serve as an introduction, this text should be very useful. -- The Living Light

This work would be a source of deep enrichment for any serious student of the Bible. -- Review of Biblical Literature

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9780809143443: Understanding the Bible (Revised & Expanded Edition): A Basic Introduction to Biblical Interpretation

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ISBN 10:  0809143445 ISBN 13:  9780809143443
Publisher: Paulist Press, 2007
Softcover