How to Read the Bible for All Its Worth

Presents a guide to understanding the meaning of scripture and getting the most out of readings of the Bible, focusing on exegesis and hermeneutics as well as translation concerns and the genres of biblical writing.;Introduction: the need to interpret -- The basic tool: a good translation -- The Epistles: learning to think contextually -- The Epistles: the hermeneutical questions -- The Old Testament narratives: their proper use -- Acts: the question of historical precedent -- The Gospels: one story, many dimensions -- The parables: do you get the point? -- The law(s): covenant stipulations for Israel -- The prophets: enforcing the covenant in Israel -- The Psalms: Israel's prayers and ours -- Wisdom: then and now -- Revelation: images of judgment and hope.