Virkler, Henry A.; Ayayo, Karelynne Gerber

Hermeneutics : Principles and Processes of Biblical Interpretation

Acknowledgments 9(2) Preface 11(4) Introduction to Biblical Hermeneutics 15(28) The History of Biblical Interpretation 43(36) Historical-Cultural and Contextual Analysis 79(18) Lexical-Syntactical Analysis 97(24) Theological Analysis 121(26) Special Literary Forms: Similes, Metaphors, Proverbs, Parables, and Allegories 147(20) Special Literary Forms: Prophecy, Apocalyptic Literature, and Types 167(26) Applying the Biblical Message: A Proposal for the Transcultural Problem 193(24) Epilogue: Using the Bible for Preaching and Devotions 217(8) Summary: The Processes Involved in Interpretation and Application of a Scriptural Text 225(16) Appendixes A Sample Bibliography of Works Relating to Hermeneutics from Various Theological Viewpoints 229(2) Readings on Revelation, Inspiration, and Inerrancy from a Variety of Theological Perspectives 231(2) A Bibliography on Sensus Plenior 233(2) Computer-Based Resources for Exegetical Study 235(5) Instructor's Resource CD 240(1) General Bibliography 241(6) Scripture Index 247(5) Subject Index 252