A Course of Lectures, Vol. 1 (Classic Reprint): Containing a Description and Systematic Arrangement of the Several Branches of Divinity - Couverture souple

Herbert Marsh

 
9781331722625: A Course of Lectures, Vol. 1 (Classic Reprint): Containing a Description and Systematic Arrangement of the Several Branches of Divinity

Synopsis

Master the art of Bible understanding with a clear, evidence-based approach. This volume gathers Marsh’s methodical lectures on how to interpret Scripture, judge words and meanings, and apply reason and learning to biblical study. It underscores Protestant emphasis on the Bible’s perspicuity, while acknowledging the ongoing need for careful explanation and study.

Grounded in historical context and practical method, the book guides readers through the responsibilities of interpreters, the role of tradition vs. the Bible, and the use of linguistic and textual tools to illuminate meaning without overreaching. It argues for study, preparation, and humility in seeking truth, both for scholars and lay readers.

- Explains how to study key words and ideas in Scripture
- Discusses the balance between tradition, reason, and biblical authority
- Describes how reforms shaped modern biblical interpretation and preaching
- Outlines the aims and limits of scholarly apparatus in interpretation

Ideal for readers of biblical criticism, theology students, and anyone seeking a thoughtful, methodical path to understanding the Bible.

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9780656383818: A Course of Lectures, Vol. 1: Containing a Description and Systematic Arrangement of the Several Branches of Divinity (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10 :  065638381X ISBN 13 :  9780656383818
Editeur : Forgotten Books, 2019
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