Invitation to Biblical Interpretation: Exploring the Hermeneutical Triad of History, Literature, and Theology (Invitation to Theological Studies Series)

Bible scholars Andreas Kstenberger (NT) and Richard Patterson (OT) provide seminarians and upper-level collegians a textbook utilizing the hermeneutical triad method.This approach to interpretation is based on giving due consideration to both the historical setting and the literary context as well the theological message. Working through the major genres of Scripture and showing how their method applies to each one they provide interpretive examples to guide the student in proper exegesis. In addition to the examples each chapter concludes with exercises and assignments. Also included is a helpful Building a Biblical Studies Library appendix.