Modern Interpretive Methods
The historical-critical method, developed in the 19th-century, has dominated exegesis in the past several generations. However, over the pats 50 years different so-called "contextual" readings have developed (i.e. theologies of liberation), as well canonical and theological readings of biblical texts.
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
Context of Scripture
a. Historical Context b. Canonical Context c. Literary Context d. Transmission / Translation
Interpretive Methods
a. Patristic Interpretive Methods b. Medieval Interpretive Methods c. Reformation Interpretive Methods d. Modern Interpretive Methods
