Understanding Scripture : An Overview Of The Bible'S Origin, Reliability And Meaning

Wayne Grudem Schreiner

ISBN 10: 1844745643 / ISBN 13: 9781844745647

Editore: Inter-Varsity Press Feb 2012, 2012

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Neuware - How does the Bible as a whole fit together How should we read it theologically - and as literature Are the manuscripts reliable How do they relate to archaeology When and how was the canon of Scripture formed What is the Septuagint How does the New Testament quote from and interpret the Old Testament Such questions are the focus of this collection of concise studies on the nature and content of the Bible. Useful as both a general overview and as a tool for more specific reference and training, this volume will help readers to grow in their understanding of Scripture and their ability to apply it to their lives. Pastors, church leaders, students, and other Christians engaged in studying and teaching GodâEUR(TM)s Word will benefit from these studies, originally featured as articles in the ESV Study Bible and written by notable contributors, including John Piper, J. I. Packer, David Powlison, Vern Poythress, Peter J. Williams and Roger Beckwith.

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• Titolo: Understanding Scripture : An Overview Of The Bible'S Origin, Reliability And Meaning
• Editore: Inter-Varsity Press Feb 2012
• Data di pubblicazione: 2012
• Lingua: Inglese
• ISBN 10: 1844745643
• ISBN 13: 9781844745647
• Rilegatura: Taschenbuch
• Condizione: Neu
• Dimensioni: 212 L x 139 A x 16 P (millimetri) 212 millimetri di larghezza per 139 millimetri di altezza per 16 millimetri di profondità
• Peso: 274 grammi

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Riassunto

Why is the Bible trustworthy? Does archaeology confirm what the Bible says? How do I interpret the Bible? The Bible is the most important book in the world. But questions like these puzzle believers and unbelievers alike. Editors and scholars Wayne Grudem, C. John Collins, and Thomas Schreiner recognize the challenge we all face and offer this volume to help us properly understand the Bible. Covering a diverse range of essential subjects, including how to read the Bible well and why it is reliable, these eighteen essays delve into specific topics such as world religions, canon, and archaeology. Pastors, lay leaders, students, and other Christians engaged in studying God's Word will benefit from this collection, written by notable contributors, including J. I. Packer, John Piper, Daniel B. Wallace, and Vern Poythress. Useful as both a general overview of the Bible and as a tool for more specific reference and training, this book will help you grow in your understanding of Scripture and your ability to apply the Bible to life.

L'autore

Wayne Grudem is Research Professor of Theology and Biblical Studies at Phoenix Seminary. C. John Collins is Professor of Old Testament at Covenant Theological Seminary. Thomas R. Schreiner is the James Harrison Professor of New Testament Interpretation at the Southern Baptist Theological Seminary.