Major Biblical Figures
Knowing the major biblical figures of the entire Bible makes the great story of salvation contained in Holy Scripture a single, coherent story in which we see revealed God's love for His creation and His continuing mercy towards us fallen human beings.
Contents
Recommended Reading
Resources
Canonical Areas
Holy Scripture
Content of Scripture
a. Books of the Bible & Category b. Major Biblical Figures c. Major Biblical Themes
Historical background
a. Cultural context of Bible and passages b. Salvation History and the Story of the Bible c. Sitz im Leben of books and passages
Interpretive Methods
a. Modern Critical Methods b. Exegesis for sermon/preaching c. Scripture interprets scripture d. Patristic Interpretive Methods e. Theological Interpretation of Scripture
