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Introducing theological interpretation of Scripture : recovering a Christian practice / Daniel J. Treier.

By: Material type: TextTextPublication details: Grand Rapids, MI. : Baker Academic, c2008.Description: 221 p. ; 22 cmISBN:
  • 9780801031786 (pbk.)
  • 0801031788 (pbk.)
Subject(s): DDC classification:
  • 220.6 22
LOC classification:
  • BS 476 .T74 2008
Online resources:
Contents:
Contents:
Introduction : from Karl Barth to "postmodern" theory -- Pt. 1: Catalysts and common themes -- Recovering the past : imitating precritical interpretation -- Reading within the rule(s) : interacting with Christian doctrine -- Reading with others : listening to the community of the Spirit -- Pt. 2: Continuing challenges -- "Plundering the Egyptians" or walking like them? : engaging biblical theology -- Reading the Bible with other texts? : engaging general hermeneutics -- From the "Western" academy to the global church? : engaging social locations -- Conclusion : in the end, God.
Summary: Summary:Summary: Theological interpretation of Scripture is a growing trend in biblical interpretation, with an emphasis on the contexts of canon, creed, and church. This approach seeks to bridge the gap between biblical studies and theology, which grew wide with the ascendancy of critical approaches to Scripture. Introducing Theological Interpretation of Scripture is the first clear, systematic introduction to this movement for students. The book surveys the movement's history, themes, advocates, and positions and seeks to bring coherence to its various elements. Treier explores what he sees as the greatest challenges the movement will have to address as it moves into the future. --From publisher's description.
Item type: Books
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Includes bibliographical references (p. 207-213) and indexes.

Contents:

Introduction : from Karl Barth to "postmodern" theory --
Pt. 1: Catalysts and common themes --
Recovering the past : imitating precritical interpretation --
Reading within the rule(s) : interacting with Christian doctrine --
Reading with others : listening to the community of the Spirit --
Pt. 2: Continuing challenges --
"Plundering the Egyptians" or walking like them? : engaging biblical theology --
Reading the Bible with other texts? : engaging general hermeneutics --
From the "Western" academy to the global church? : engaging social locations --
Conclusion : in the end, God.

Summary:

Theological interpretation of Scripture is a growing trend in biblical interpretation, with an emphasis on the contexts of canon, creed, and church. This approach seeks to bridge the gap between biblical studies and theology, which grew wide with the ascendancy of critical approaches to Scripture. Introducing Theological Interpretation of Scripture is the first clear, systematic introduction to this movement for students. The book surveys the movement's history, themes, advocates, and positions and seeks to bring coherence to its various elements. Treier explores what he sees as the greatest challenges the movement will have to address as it moves into the future. --From publisher's description.