A Basic Guide to Interpreting the Bible, 2nd Edition Playing by the Rules

A Basic Guide to Interpreting the Bible, 2nd Edition Playing by the Rules by: Robert H. Stein About 'Wonderfully practical. . . . This an ideal book both for university and seminary courses and for laypersons who desire a guide to understanding the Scriptures.'--Thomas R. Schreiner, The Southern Baptist Theological Seminary In this accessible guide to interpreting the Bible, senior New Testament scholar Robert Stein helps readers identify various biblical genres, understand the meaning of biblical texts, and apply that meaning to contemporary life. This edition has been completely revised throughout to reflect Stein's current thinking and changes to the discipline over the past decade. Students of the Bible will find the book effective in group settings. Contents Preface to the Second Edition Preface to the First Edition Introduction Part 1: The General Rules of Interpretation 1. Who Makes Up the Rules? An Introduction to Hermeneutics 2. Defining the Rules: A Vocabulary for