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On Interpreting Sacred Scripture consists of two of Johan Gerhard''s commonplaces and one additional collection on method: On Scripture, On Interpretation, and Methods  

On Scripture defends the sufficiency, perfection, wholeness, and perspicuity of the scriptures, while also covering the role of tradition and the history of the canon. 

On Interpretation argues for the credibility of language in the scriptures, suggesting that it is reasonable to believe that one can understand what the Holy Spirit says through the words God has chosen. Gerhard encourages a predominantly literal approach to the scriptures, but allows for allegorical, tropological, and other supporting modes of interpretation. 

Methods collects Gerhard''s prescriptions for proper, faithful study of the scriptures, including a foundational prac

On Interpreting Sacred Scripture and Method of Theological Study

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      Publisher: Concordia Publishing House
      Publication Date: 4/12/2017 12:00:00 AM
      ISBN13: 9780758675910, 978-0758675910
      ISBN10: 0758675917
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      Description

      Book Synopsis

      About This Volume

      On Interpreting Sacred Scripture consists of two of Johan Gerhard''s commonplaces and one additional collection on method: On Scripture, On Interpretation, and Methods  

      On Scripture defends the sufficiency, perfection, wholeness, and perspicuity of the scriptures, while also covering the role of tradition and the history of the canon. 

      On Interpretation argues for the credibility of language in the scriptures, suggesting that it is reasonable to believe that one can understand what the Holy Spirit says through the words God has chosen. Gerhard encourages a predominantly literal approach to the scriptures, but allows for allegorical, tropological, and other supporting modes of interpretation. 

      Methods collects Gerhard''s prescriptions for proper, faithful study of the scriptures, including a foundational prac

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