The title of the book claims that these essays on Bible interpretation are “for the edification of the saints.” The articles allow for the average Christian to comprehend the seriousness of the sometimes-complicated issues being discussed. Moreover, application is often made throughout the work by the various authors so that the truth is not left in the academic-only realm.
This is a noble attempt to wade into the deep waters of hermeneutics and theological method in a way that allows lay people to engage the material. Yet the substance is sufficient to challenge students, pastors, and professors in our schools. The reader will not be disappointed. We should not avoid the topic of proper method of interpretation.
Books on hermeneutics and theological method abound within biblical scholarship. Despite this proliferation of comments on prolegomena, more is needed, especially from the dispensational viewpoint. That is what this volume provides.
The title of the book claims that these essays on Bible interpretation are “for the edification of the saints.” The articles allow for the average Christian to comprehend the seriousness of the sometimes-complicated issues being discussed. Moreover, application is often made throughout the work by the various authors so that the truth is not left in the academic-only realm.
This is a noble attempt to wade into the deep waters of hermeneutics and theological method in a way that allows lay people to engage the material. Yet the substance is sufficient to challenge students, pastors, and professors in our schools. The reader will not be disappointed. We should not avoid the topic of proper method of interpretation.
Books on hermeneutics and theological method abound within biblical scholarship. Despite this proliferation of comments on prolegomena, more is needed, especially from the dispensational viewpoint. That is what this volume provides.
