Introducing Theological Interpretation of Scripture: Recovering a Christian Practice

by Daniel J. Treier

Overview

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. Author Daniel Treier also explores what he sees as the greatest challenges the movement will have to address as it moves into the future. This helpful book is appropriate for pastors and lay readers interested in biblical interpretation.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780801031786
Publisher:	Baker Publishing Group
Publication date:	07/01/2008
Pages:	222
Product dimensions:	5.50(w) x 8.50(h) x 0.51(d)

About the Author

Daniel J. Treier (PhD, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School) is Blanchard Professor of Theology at Wheaton College. He is the author of Virtue and the Voice of God: Toward Theology as Wisdom and the coeditor of several books, including The Cambridge Companion to Evangelical Theology and the award-winning Dictionary for Theological Interpretation of the Bible.

Table of Contents

Introduction: From Karl Barth to "Postmodern" Theory
Part 1: Catalysts and Common Themes
1. Recovering the Past: Imitating Precritical Interpretation
2. Reading within the Rule(s): Interacting with Christian Doctrine
3. Reading with Others: Listening to the Community of the Spirit
Part 2: Continuing Challenges
4. "Plundering the Egyptians," or Walking Like Them? Engaging Biblical Theology
5. Reading the Bible with Other Texts? Engaging General Hermeneutics
6. From the "Western" Academy to the Global Church? Engaging Social Locations
Conclusion: In the End, God
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