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Synopsis
R. C. Sproul helps us dig out the meaning of Scripture for ourselves. He lays the groundwork by discussing why we should study the Bible and how our own personal study relates to interpretation. Then he presents in simple, basic terms the science of interpretation and gives practical guidelines for applying this science. Here is a basic book for both beginning Bible readers and those who have been at it for a long time. Features & Benefits
* presents an introduction to the science of Bible interpretation
* equips readers to become more skilled at interpreting the scriptures
* examines the role culture plays in forming our interpretation of the Bible
* includes practical advice and tools for studying the Bible
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About the Author
Sproul, a noted speaker, author and minister, is president of Ligonier Ministries, which he founded in the early 1970s. His Renewing Your Mind broadcast, sponsored by Ligonier Ministries, is now heard on more than 300 radio stations in the United States and in more than 100 countries throughout the world. Sproul is senior minister of preaching at St. Andrews Chapel and professor of systematic theology and apologetics at Reformed Theological Seminary. He holds doctorate degrees from Free University of Amsterdam and Whitefield Theological Seminary. He has written more than 50 books.
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Paperback. Condition: Good. 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 expanded 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 Now with a new preface, Knowing Scripture is a basic book for both beginning Bible readers and experienced students of Scripture. Seller Inventory # 00110443432
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