Biblical Interpretation in the Early Church: Historical Introduction to Patristic Exegesis

Simonetti, Manlio

ISBN 10: 0567095576 / ISBN 13: 9780567095572

Published by T.& T.Clark Ltd, 1994

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Biblical Interpretation in the Early Church provides a clear and authoritative introduction to how the Church Fathers read, explained, and applied Scripture during the first centuries of Christian history. The book traces the development of patristic exegesis, exploring key figures, interpretive schools, and the theological assumptions that shaped early Christian hermeneutics. It highlights the interplay between literal, allegorical, and spiritual readings, showing how these methods influenced doctrine, preaching, and Christian identity. An essential resource for students of early Christianity, historical theology, and the foundations of biblical interpretation. Photograph available on request.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Biblical Interpretation in the Early Church: Historical Introduction to Patristic Exegesis
• Publisher: T.& T.Clark Ltd
• Publication Date: 1994
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0567095576
• ISBN 13: 9780567095572
• Binding: hardcover
• Condition: Very Good

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Synopsis

Now in Paperback

Edited by Anders Bergquist and Markus Bockmuehl

A comprehensive historical survey of patristic exegesis.

Simonetti examines the changing understanding of the word of God in the early Church, and describes the individual authors and "schools" which were active in this development.

First there is a study of the role of Scripture in the infant Church. Simonetti describes the use of Scripture in orthodox circles, drawing comparisons from the Gnostic world. There follows an examination of Eastern exegesis in the 4th and 5th centuries (Eusebius, the Antiochian School, the Cappadocians, and later developments in Alexandria), and an examination of Western exegesis in the same period (including detailed discussions of Jerome and Augustine). Simonetti concludes with a study of developments in the Eastern and Western Church in the later 5th and 6th centuries.

A final section provides a theological perspective through a study of the theological interpretation of Scripture in the patristic era.

Language Notes

Text: English (translation)
Original Language: Italian