How to Understand Your Bible.

by T. Norton (Thomas Norton) Sterrett [1912-1978]

Paperback, 1974

Call number

BS511 .S83

Publication

IVP Connect (1974), Edition: Revised, 179 pages

Physical description

179 p.; 21 cm

Notes

CONTENTS:

I. Basic Considerations
1. Personal Bible Study is a Must.
2. Who Can Understand the Bible?
3. The Importance of Proper Understanding.
4. The Point of Departure.
5. Using the Right Tools.
6. How to Proceed.

II. General Principles
7. Considering the Context.
8. Understanding the Words.
9. Understanding the Grammar.
10. Grasping the Author's Intention.
11. Studying the Background.
12. Interpreting Scripture by Scripture.

III. Special Principles
13. Figures of Speech.
14. Symbols.
15. Types.
16. Parables and Allegories.
17. Hebrew Idioms.
18. Hebrew Poetry.
19. Prophecy.
20. Doctrine.
21. The Relation of the Old and New Testaments.

IV. Personal Application
22. Responding to God's Word.

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