Old Testament Cosmology and Divine Accommodation

In order to reconcile the discrepancies between ancient and modern cosmology, confessional scholars from every viewpoint on the interpretation of the early chapters of Genesis agree that God accommodated language to finite human understanding. But in the history of interpretation, no consensus has emerged regarding what accommodation entails at the linguistic level. More precise consideration of how the ancient cognitive environment functions in the informative intention of the divine and human authors is necessary. Not only does relevance theory validate interpretative options that are inherently most probable within the primary communication situation, but the application of relevance theory can also help disentangle the complexities of dual authorship inherent in any model of accommodation. The results also make a salutary contribution to the theological reading of Scripture.

Author: John W. Hilber
Publisher: Cascade Books
Published: 04/03/2020
Pages: 234
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.77lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.53d
ISBN13: 9781532676215
ISBN10: 1532676212
BISAC Categories:
- Religion | Biblical Studies | General
- Religion | Biblical Criticism & Interpretation | Old Testament