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Dictionary of Biblical Criticism and Interpretation
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Compiling the results from contemporary and exciting areas of research into one single important volume, this book stands ahead of its field in providing a comprehensive one-stop Handbook reference of biblical interpretation.
Examining a wide range of articles on many of the recognized interpreters including Augustine, Luther and Calvin, up to the modern figures of Martin Hengel and T.W. Manson, Porter expertly combines the study of biblical interpretation with the examination of the theological and philosophical preconceptions that have influenced it, and surveys the history of interpretation from different perspectives.
Key perspectives studied include:
the historical dimension; addressing how interpretation has developed at various periods of time; from early Jewish exegesis to the historical-critical method
the conceptual approach; looks at the various schools of thought that have generated biblical interpretation, and compares and contrasts competing conceptual models of interpretation
the personal perspective; addresses the reality of biblical interpretation by individuals who have helped plot the course of theological development
With relevant bibliographies and a guide to further reading, this Dictionary will be an extremely important reference held for many years, not only by libraries, but also by students, scholars, clergy and teachers of this fascinating and high-profile subject.
- ISBN-100415552745
- ISBN-13978-0415552745
- Publication dateFebruary 25, 2007
- LanguageEnglish
- Dimensions6.85 x 0.96 x 9.69 inches
- Print length424 pages
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'This title belongs in the reference section of all theological libraries' - International Review of Biblical Studies, Germany
'This title belongs in the reference section of all theological libraries' - International Review of Biblical Studies, Germany
'Compiling the results from contemporary and exciting areas of research into one single important volume, this book stands ahead of its field in providing a comprehensive one-stop handbook reference of biblical interpretation. Examining a wide range of articles ... Professor Porter expertly combines the study of biblical interpretation with the examination of the theological and philosophical preconceptions that have influenced it, and surveys the history of interpretation from different perspectives ... With relevant bibliographies and a guide to further reading, The Dictionary will be an extremely important reference held for many years, not only by libraries, but also by students, scholars, clergy and teachers of this fascinating and high-profile subject.' – Review of Biblical Literature
'A well-established biblical scholar himself, Porter has assembled articles by leading figures in biblical studies.' -- Michael Woodward, Theological Librarianship
About the Author
Stanley E. Porter is an award-winning editor and author. He has edited over forty volumes, including the Handbook of Classical Rhetoric in the Hellenistic Period (1997), the Handbook to Exegesis of the New Testament (1997) and, with Craig Evans, the Dictionary of New Testament Background (2000). He has also written ten books, including Early Christianity and its Sacred Literature (2000) with Lee McDonald and The Criteria for Authenticity in Historical-Jesus Research (2000). He is President, Dean and Professor of New Testament at McMaster Divinity College, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada.
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- Publisher : Routledge (February 25, 2007)
- Language : English
- Paperback : 424 pages
- ISBN-10 : 0415552745
- ISBN-13 : 978-0415552745
- Item Weight : 1.75 pounds
- Dimensions : 6.85 x 0.96 x 9.69 inches
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- Reviewed in the United States on January 24, 2010This is a top-notch resource, especially for students in biblical studies programs and, yes, for graduate level professors as well. The focus is largely on the history and methods of interpretation and critical methods, with some bios on key scholars, e.g., Ricoeur, Schleiermacher, C. H. Dodd, et al. It is well worth the cost.
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The best book that I have ever read