Practicing Theological Interpretation: Engaging Biblical Texts for Faith and Formation

Much is written about the theory of theological interpretation, but how does it apply to actually working with biblical texts? This volume shows that theological interpretation is not so much an exegetical method as it is a practice concerned with Scripture's role in the faith and formation of persons and church communities. Widely recognized biblical scholar Joel Green demonstrates both the practice of theological interpretation and the fruitfulness of this approach to reading biblical texts, providing students with helpful ways of wrestling with knotty interpretive issues. He also explores how theological inquiry can coexist with rigorous academic study of the Bible.

Author: Joel B. Green
Publisher: Baker Academic
Published: 01/01/2012
Pages: 160
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.40lbs
Size: 8.40h x 5.40w x 0.50d
ISBN13: 9780801039638
ISBN10: 0801039630
BISAC Categories:
- Religion | Biblical Criticism & Interpretation | General
- Religion | Biblical Studies | Exegesis & Hermeneutics

About the Author
Joel B. Green (PhD, University of Aberdeen) is professor of New Testament interpretation and associate dean of the Center for Advanced Theological Studies at Fuller Theological Seminary in Pasadena, California. Prior to moving to Fuller, he taught at Asbury Theological Seminary for ten years. He is editor-in-chief of the Journal of Theological Interpretation and has authored or edited numerous books, including the Dictionary of Scripture and Ethics.