About the book
Draws together the most important articles on Scripture and hermeneutics by distinguished scholar and author N. T. Wright.
Interpreting Scripture brings together into one volume Wright's self-selected, key lectures, papers, and reflections on topics of scriptural interpretation, including:
- The Lord's Prayer as a Paradigm of Christian Prayer
- Christian Origins and the Question of God
- Faith, Virtue, Justification, and the Journey to Freedom
- Revelation and Christian Hope: Political Implications of the Revelation to John
- Apocalyptic and the Sudden Fulfilment of Divine Promise
- …and many more.
Interpreting Scripture displays Wright's engaging prose, his courage to go where few have gone, and his joy to bridge the work of the academy and the church.
Here is a rich feast for any serious student of the Bible, especially of the New Testament. Detailed, incisive, and exquisitely nuanced exegesis, this collection will reward you with a clearer, deeper, and more informed appreciation of Scripture and its application to Christian life and thought today.
Many of the included studies have never been published or were made available only in hard-to-find larger volumes and journals.
Editions of Interpreting Scripture
- EBook
- ISBN 9780310098614
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Draws together the most important articles on Scripture and hermeneutics by distinguished scholar and author N. T. Wright.
Interpreting Scripture brings together into one volume Wright's self-selected, key lectures, papers, and reflections on topics of scriptural interpretation, including:
- The Lord's Prayer as a Paradigm of Christian Prayer
- Christian Origins and the Question of God
- Faith, Virtue, Justification, and the Journey to Freedom
- Revelation and Christian Hope: Political Implications of the Revelation to John
- Apocalyptic and the Sudden Fulfilment of Divine Promise
- …and many more.
Interpreting Scripture displays Wright's engaging prose, his courage to go where few have gone, and his joy to bridge the work of the academy and the church.
Here is a rich feast for any serious student of the Bible, especially of the New Testament. Detailed, incisive, and exquisitely nuanced exegesis, this collection will reward you with a clearer, deeper, and more informed appreciation of Scripture and its application to Christian life and thought today.
Many of the included studies have never been published or were made available only in hard-to-find larger volumes and journals.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Interpreting Scripture about?
Draws together the most important articles on Scripture and hermeneutics by distinguished scholar and author N. T. Wright.
Interpreting Scripture brings together into one volume Wright's self-selected, key lectures, papers, and reflections on topics of scriptural interpretation, including:
- The Lord's Prayer as a Paradigm of Christian Prayer
- Christian Origins and the Question of God
- Faith, Virtue, Justification, and the Journey to Freedom
- Revelation and Christian Hope: Political Implications of the Revelation to John
- Apocalyptic and the Sudden Fulfilment of Divine Promise
- …and many more.
Interpreting Scripture displays Wright's engaging prose, his courage to go where few have gone, and his joy to bridge the work of the academy and the church.
Here is a rich feast for any serious student of the Bible, especially of the New Testament. Detailed, incisive, and exquisitely nuanced exegesis, this collection will reward you with a clearer, deeper, and more informed appreciation of Scripture and its application to Christian life and thought today.
Many of the included studies have never been published or were made available only in hard-to-find larger volumes and journals.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Interpreting Scripture?
Philosophy and Religion > Religion and beliefs > Aspects of religion > Criticism and exegesis of sacred texts
Where can I read a sample of Interpreting Scripture?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780310098614
Is Interpreting Scripture part of a series, and can it be read as a standalone?
Yes it is a part of series Collected Essays of N. T. Wright
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Interpreting Scripture?
N. T. Wright
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Interpreting Scripture is available as ebook(ISBN 9780310098614)
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