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Sound Principles Of Bible Interpretation

Hermeneutics . Sound Principles Of Bible Interpretation. Context, Context, Context. Remember that the context is most important. Consider the historical, grammatical and theological context. Take the words of prophecy in their normal literal, grammatical sense.

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Sound Principles Of Bible Interpretation

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  1. Hermeneutics • Sound Principles Of Bible Interpretation

  2. Context, Context, Context • Remember that the context is • most important

  3. Consider the historical, grammatical and theological context

  4. Take the words of prophecy in their normal literal, grammatical sense

  5. Recognize the importance of the biblical covenants :

  6. An Example • The Abrahamic Covenant is unconditional, eternal, unilateral, literal

  7. When the normal sense makes good sense, seek no other sense.

  8. Be aware of time gaps • Example : • Dan. 9:24-27; • John 5:28,29

  9. Always interpret a seemingly vague passage in light of a clear passage related to it.

  10. An Example • On the issue of salvation : Compare Eph. 2:8,9 with Phil. 2:12. It is clear salvation is not based on works!

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