WHAT IS THE BIBLE?
The Bible is God’s Word, but it’s also a library of ancient writing.
Written over 1,500 years
Critical explanation or interpretation of a text, especially of scripture.
What did the original Author mean?
What did the original Audience hear?
The branch of knowledge that deals with interpretation.
What does it mean for today?
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Literature, history, theology Old Testament books New Testament books
GENRES AND STYLES INCLUDED EXEGESIS: HERMENEUTICS: SUGGESTED RESOURCES: 64,000+
Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek
Narrative history Genealogies Chronicles Laws Poetry Proverbs Prophecy Riddles Drama Biographical Sketches Parables Letters Sermons Hymns Allegories Apocalypses
As you study the literary and historical elements of each portion of scripture you need to constantly wrestle with the question…
How should I think or behave based on this text?
WHAT IS THE POINT THE BIBLE IS MAKING?
God’s Big Picture Book - N.T. Wright Cultural Backgrounds Study Bible NIV
The IVP Bible Background Commentary- Old Testament
The IVP Bible Background Commentary- New Testament