Knowing Scripture

Sproul, R. C.

ISBN 10: 0877847339 / ISBN 13: 9780877847335

Published by IVP Books, 1978

About this Item

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. Condition: Shelf wear to covers, pages are clean with light age toning to pages. Binding is tight.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Knowing Scripture
• Publisher: IVP Books
• Publication Date: 1978
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0877847339
• ISBN 13: 9780877847335
• Binding: Soft cover
• Edition: 1st Edition
• Condition: Good
• Dust Jacket Condition: No Jacket

About this title

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

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.