What They Don't Tell You: A Survivor's Guide to Biblical Studies

Brown, Michael Joseph

ISBN 10: 066422220X / ISBN 13: 9780664222208

Published by Westminster John Knox Press (edition First Edition), 2000

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Synopsis:

Michael Brown wants to help students understand the mind-set and presuppositions behind the academic discipline of biblical studies. He uses his experiences as both a student and a teacher to offer wise advice about what to expect if you want to be an astute reader of the Bible. Brown provides basic information about the Bible and biblical criticism. He defines the jargon and and presents the variety of perspectives students will encounter in the classroom. He also clarifies the difference between biblical studies and Bible study, gives a brief history of scholarship, and furnishes an overview of the methods of biblical interpretation.

About the Author:

Michael Joseph Brown is Academic Dean and Professor of New Testament and Christian Origins at Payne Theological Seminary, the oldest African American seminary in the United States. He is also the author of several other books and numerous articles, his most recent being The Lord's Prayer and God's Vision for the World: Finding Your Purpose through Prayer.

Bibliographic Details

Title: What They Don't Tell You: A Survivor's Guide...
Publisher: Westminster John Knox Press (edition First Edition)
Publication Date: 2000
Binding: Paperback
Condition: Very Good
Edition: First Edition.