Knowing Scripture - Softcover

Sproul, R. C.

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9780830837236: Knowing Scripture
Softcover
ISBN 10: 083083723X ISBN 13: 9780830837236
Publisher: IVP, 2009

Synopsis

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, including

  • discovering the meanings of biblical words
  • understanding Hebrew poetry, proverbs and parables
  • approaching historical and didactic passages
  • being careful with predictive prophecy
  • discerning how culture conditions the Bible
  • choosing and using Bible translations, commentaries, Bible software and other helps
Knowing Scripture is a basic book for both beginning Bible readers and experienced students of Scripture.

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About the Author

R. C. Sproul is founder and president of Ligonier Ministries, Orlando, Florida, and senior minister of preaching and teaching at Saint Andrew's Chapel, Sanford, Florida. He has authored many books, including The Truth of the Cross and The Holiness of God.

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Publisher
IVP
Publication date
2009
Language
English
ISBN 10 
083083723X
ISBN 13 
9780830837236
Binding
Paperback
Number of pages
152
Rating
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