Brief Remarks on Impartiality in the Interpretation of Scripture (Classic Reprint)

Brief Remarks on Impartiality in the Interpretation of Scripture (Classic Reprint)
Author: Joseph John Gurney
Publisher: Forgotten Books
Total Pages: 20
Release: 2018-01-18
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9780332919980

Excerpt from Brief Remarks on Impartiality in the Interpretation of Scripture This pamphlet has been privately circulated in England amongst some select friends for a considerable time, but with so much caution that I have not been able to procure a printed copy of it, though I have been informed that at least one such copy has found its way to this country. The principles advocated in it generally, I think all must admit, are not those held by the religious Society of Friends. The author, I. Cannot doubt, was aware of this, and hence his care to restrict its circulation. Whether such a procedure is consistent with that ingenuousness which ought always to characterize a gospel minister, is a question which I would with all sincerity suggest for his consideration. About the Publisher Forgotten Books publishes hundreds of thousands of rare and classic books. Find more at www.forgottenbooks.com This book is a reproduction of an important historical work. Forgotten Books uses state-of-the-art technology to digitally reconstruct the work, preserving the original format whilst repairing imperfections present in the aged copy. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in our edition. We do, however, repair the vast majority of imperfections successfully; any imperfections that remain are intentionally left to preserve the state of such historical works.

Interpreting Scripture with the Great Tradition

Interpreting Scripture with the Great Tradition
Author: Craig A. Carter
Publisher: Baker Books
Total Pages: 438
Release: 2018-04-17
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1493413295

The rise of modernity, especially the European Enlightenment and its aftermath, has negatively impacted the way we understand the nature and interpretation of Christian Scripture. In this introduction to biblical interpretation, Craig Carter evaluates the problems of post-Enlightenment hermeneutics and offers an alternative approach: exegesis in harmony with the Great Tradition. Carter argues for the validity of patristic christological exegesis, showing that we must recover the Nicene theological tradition as the context for contemporary exegesis, and seeks to root both the nature and interpretation of Scripture firmly in trinitarian orthodoxy.

Science and Hermeneutics

Science and Hermeneutics
Author: Vern S. Poythress
Publisher: Zondervan
Total Pages: 192
Release: 1988
Genre: Bible
ISBN: 0310409713

"Many years ago, upon reading Thomas S. Kuhn's work "The Structure of Scientific Revolutions", I was taken aback by the obvious parallels between the subject of that book and the field of biblical exegesis. It seemed strange then-- and more so now after all these years-- that no one had sought to draw out the implications of Kuhn's ideas for better understanding the conflicts that frequently arise over the interpretation of Scripture." --(from the preface) In this new volume of the Foundation of Contemporary Interpretation series, Vern Poythress gives an explanation of the conflicts that often arise between science and the interpretation of Scripture. Novices and experts alike will be fascinated by the author's clear and perceptive account of the relationship between science and hermeneutics. Pythress' analysis will help students of the Bible appreciate the origin and nature of interpretive disputes, aid students in developing exegetical skills, and allow students to examine opposing views.

God Centered Biblical Interpretation

God Centered Biblical Interpretation
Author: Vern S. Poythress
Publisher: P & R Publishing
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1999
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9780875523767

Emphasizes both spiritual dynamics and sound linguistic principles for understanding Scripture and exposes the idols that lead interpretation astray.

Debunking Jonathan Cahn: A Comprehensive Critique

Debunking Jonathan Cahn: A Comprehensive Critique
Author: Advanced Apologetics Research
Publisher: Dr. Samuel Inbaraja S
Total Pages: 74
Release: 2024-09-13
Genre: Religion
ISBN:

In Debunking Jonathan Cahn: A Comprehensive Critique, we aim to carefully and respectfully examine Cahn’s worldview, taking into account his origins, core beliefs, key figures who have influenced him, and the methodological and epistemological errors embedded in his works. While we acknowledge that Cahn’s teachings have resonated with many, it is essential to apply the tests of coherence and correspondence to his ideas—measuring them against biblical truth and reality. Cahn’s work is filled with symbolic interpretations, drawing parallels between ancient prophecy and contemporary events. However, his critics argue that he often ventures into speculative territory, sometimes stretching the limits of sound biblical exegesis and leaning into sensationalism. These concerns aren’t trivial, as they touch upon important aspects of Christian faith: how we read and understand Scripture, how we discern truth from fiction, and how we avoid being led astray by false teachings. In this book, we will critically assess some of the most fundamental issues with Cahn’s approach. First, we will investigate his origins and the formation of his worldview, focusing on the theological framework he uses to make his claims. We’ll highlight the key figures who have influenced his thinking and explore the core beliefs that he espouses. Next, we will address the factual errors, epistemological misunderstandings, and logical fallacies that undermine the credibility of his message. Throughout this critique, we will not simply point out the problems but also offer Christian solutions. We’ll compare Cahn’s interpretations with traditional Christian doctrines, providing a biblical response to his claims. We hope to equip readers with the tools necessary for discernment—helping them distinguish truth from error, and pointing them back to the authority of Scripture. In doing so, this book does not seek to attack Jonathan Cahn personally, but rather to address the problematic aspects of his teachings with clarity and compassion. Our goal is to strengthen the faith of those who may have been swayed by his work and to guide them back to a more solid theological foundation. In a time when prophetic voices abound, the need for discernment is critical.

Truth in Translation

Truth in Translation
Author: Jason BeDuhn
Publisher: University Press of America
Total Pages: 224
Release: 2003
Genre: Bibles
ISBN: 9780761825562

Truth in Translation is a critical study of Biblical translation, assessing the accuracy of nine English versions of the New Testament in wide use today. By looking at passages where theological investment is at a premium, the author demonstrates that many versions deviate from accurate translation under the pressure of theological bias.

In the Beginning: Listening to Genesis 1 and 2

In the Beginning: Listening to Genesis 1 and 2
Author: Cornelis Van Dam
Publisher:
Total Pages: 400
Release: 2020-12-20
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9781601788054

Van Dam argues that reading Genesis as history is both justified and necessary. This informed guide will restore your confidence in the complete reliability of the Genesis creation account.

Sinners in the Hands of a Loving God

Sinners in the Hands of a Loving God
Author: Brian Zahnd
Publisher: WaterBrook
Total Pages: 226
Release: 2017-08-15
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1601429525

Pastor Brian Zahnd began "to question the theology of a wrathful God who delights in punishing sinners, and has started to explore the real nature of Jesus and His Father. The book isn’t only an interesting look at the context of some modern theological ideas; it’s also offers some profound insight into God’s love and eternal plan." —Relevant Magazine (Named one of the Top 10 Books of 2017) God is wrath? Or God is Love? In his famous sermon “Sinners in the Hands of an Angry God,” Puritan revivalist Jonathan Edwards shaped predominating American theology with a vision of God as angry, violent, and retributive. Three centuries later, Brian Zahnd was both mesmerized and terrified by Edwards’s wrathful God. Haunted by fear that crippled his relationship with God, Zahnd spent years praying for a divine experience of hell. What Zahnd experienced instead was the Father’s love—revealed perfectly through Jesus Christ—for all prodigal sons and daughters. In Sinners in the Hands of a Loving God, Zahnd asks important questions like: Is seeing God primarily as wrathful towards sinners true or biblical? Is fearing God a normal expected behavior? And where might the natural implications of this theological framework lead us? Thoughtfully wrestling with subjects like Old Testament genocide, the crucifixion of Jesus, eternal punishment in hell, and the final judgment in Revelation, Zanhd maintains that the summit of divine revelation for sinners is not God is wrath, but God is love.

Scripture, Canon and Commentary

Scripture, Canon and Commentary
Author: John B. Henderson
Publisher: Princeton University Press
Total Pages: 260
Release: 2014-07-14
Genre: Literary Criticism
ISBN: 1400861985

In this major contribution to the study of the Chinese classics and comparative religion, John Henderson uses the history of exegesis to illuminate mental patterns that have universal and perennial significance for intellectual history. Henderson relates the Confucian commentarial tradition to other primary exegetical traditions, particularly the Homeric tradition, Vedanta, rabbinic Judaism, ancient and medieval Christian biblical exegesis, and Qur'anic exegesis. In making such comparisons, he discusses some basic assumptions common to all these traditions--such as that the classics or scriptures are comprehensive or that they contain all significant knowledge or truth and analyzes the strategies deployed to support these presuppositions. As shown here, primary differences among commentarial or exegetical traditions arose from variations in their emphasis on one or another of these assumptions and strategies. Henderson demonstrates that exegetical modes of thought were far from arcane: they dominated the post-classical/premodern intellectual world. Some have persisted or re-emerged in modern times, particularly in ideologies such as Marxism. Written in an engaging and accessible style, Scripture, Canon, and Commentary is not only a challenging interpretation of comparative scriptural traditions but also an excellent introduction to the study of the Confucian classics. Originally published in 1991. The Princeton Legacy Library uses the latest print-on-demand technology to again make available previously out-of-print books from the distinguished backlist of Princeton University Press. These editions preserve the original texts of these important books while presenting them in durable paperback and hardcover editions. The goal of the Princeton Legacy Library is to vastly increase access to the rich scholarly heritage found in the thousands of books published by Princeton University Press since its founding in 1905.