Interpreting the New Testament Text: Introduction to the Art and Science of Exegesis

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Darrell L. Bock, Buist M. Fanning
Crossway Books, 2006 - Religion - 480 pages
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With the explosive increase in availability of English Bible translations, the question can easily be asked, ÒWhy bother with the hard work of biblical exegesis?Ó Computers can translate foreign languages and our English texts can take us very close to the original meanings, so why exegete? Answer: because the deepest truths of the Bible are found through the deepest study.

This book teaches the principles, methods, and fundamentals of exegeting the New Testament. It also has examples of textual exegesis that clearly and helpfully show the value of exegeting a text well. Any serious student of Scripture would benefit from utilizing this book in the study of the Bible.

ÒInterpreting the New Testament Text is a contemporary application of PaulÕs charge to Timothy to study to present himself to God, approved as one who correctly handles the word of truth. Highly recommended!Ó
Andreas J. Kšstenberger, Professor of New Testament and Director of Ph.D. Studies, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary

ÒThis Ôhow-toÕ guide provides significant step-by-step help for first-year seminarians. It should prove very helpful.Ó
Klyne Snodgrass, Paul W. Brandel Professor of New Testament Studies, North Park Theological Seminary

ÒNot only an excellent textbook but also a useful refresher for pastors and teachers engaged in the weekly study of the text for ministry.Ó
Clinton E. Arnold, Professor and Chairman, Department of New Testament, Talbot School of Theology, Biola University

ÒCovers the exegetical landscape admirably.Ó
B. Paul Wolfe, Associate Professor of New Testament, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary

ÒA comprehensive, thorough, and excellent guide to exegetical method that I am happy to recommend with enthusiasm!Ó
Donald A. Hagner, George Eldon Ladd Professor of New Testament, Fuller Theological Seminary

ÒFanning and Bock have compiled an all-star cast of lucid writers on exegetical method with like-minded writers illustrating good interpretations of texts and themes. ItÕs really two books for the price of one, with each made better by the other!Ó
Craig L. Blomberg, Distinguished Professor of New Testament, Denver Seminary

ÒThis excellent collection of essays provides a solid foundation for all whose goal is to hear and obey GodÕs Word.Ó
Mark Strauss, Professor of New Testament, Bethel SeminaryÐSan Diego

ÒA tool that takes you into the best New Testament classrooms for the simple price of one volume.Ó
David Wyrtzen, Adjunct Professor, Dallas Theological Seminary; Pastor, Midlothian Bible Church

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About the author (2006)

Darrell L. Bock (PhD, University of Aberdeen) is executive director for cultural engagement at the Hendricks Center, senior research professor of New Testament studies at Dallas Theological Seminary, and senior Bible teacher for Back to the Bible radio. He is the author of over forty books. Darrell lives in Dallas, Texas, with his wife, Sally. They have three children and four grandchildren.

Buist M. Fanning (DPhil, University of Oxford) is the department chair and senior professor of New Testament studies at Dallas Theological Seminary, where he has taught for more than forty years. He is the author or contributor to many books, including Biblical Theology of the New Testament and the New Dictionary of Biblical Theology. He and his wife, Jan, have four children and twelve grandchildren.

Daniel B. Wallace (PhD, Dallas Theological Seminary) is professor of New Testament studies at Dallas Theological Seminary and the founder of the Center for the Study of New Testament Manuscripts, an institute purposed to preserve Scripture by taking digital photographs of all known Greek New Testament manuscripts. Dr. Wallace influences students across the country through his textbook on Greek grammar, Greek Grammar Beyond the Basics, as it is used in more than two-thirds of the nation's schools for the study of Greek. His postdoctoral work includes work on Greek grammar at Tyndale House in Cambridge and textual criticism studies at the Institut für Neutestamentliche Textforschung in Münster. When he is not involved in scholarly pursuits, Dr. Wallace and wife, Pati, enjoy spending time with their boys and beagles.

Tim Savage (PhD, University of Cambridge; ThM, Dallas Theological Seminary) is a pastor, author, international conference speaker, and founding council member of the Gospel Coalition. He has served in churches in Arizona, Great Britain, and Texas. He is married to Lesli and they have two adult sons, Matthew and Jonathan. Tim is the author of No Ordinary Marriage and Discovering the Good Life.

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TitleInterpreting the New Testament Text: Introduction to the Art and Science of Exegesis
EditorsDarrell L. Bock, Buist M. Fanning
Editionillustrated
PublisherCrossway Books, 2006
ISBN1581344082, 9781581344080
Length480 pages
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Religion / Biblical Commentary / New Testament
Religion / Biblical Criticism & Interpretation / New Testament
Religion / Biblical Studies / New Testament
  
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