An Introduction to Interpreting the Scriptures

The Bible has remained the #1 bestseller of all time. It was the first book published on the printing press, it has been translated into hundreds of languages, and it continues to be re-translated into English for each generation. The rich stories and universal appeal have made it the most popular book ever. Nevertheless, many of its statements are not so easy to understand. Thousands of years and differences in language, literature, culture, and geography separate the reader from the meaning of the original author. How do we bridge the gap between the world of the Bible and today? An Introduction to Interpreting the Scriptures provides a step-by-step approach for learning how to interpret the Bible. Along the way, you will be asked real-world questions and invited to discover the rules of interpretation, learn the art of correctly applying the Bible, and gain a deeper understanding of its eternal truths.