Interpreting the New Testament Text

by Bock, Darrell L.

• ISBN13: 9781581344080
• ISBN10: 1581344082
• Format: Hardcover
• Copyright: 2006-10-20
• Publisher: Crossway Books

Summary

With the explosive increase in availability of English Bible translations, the question can easily be asked, "Why bother with the hard work of biblical exegesis?" Computers can translate foreign languages and our English texts can take us very close to the original meanings, so why exegete? Answer: because the deepest truths of the Bible are found through the deepest study.This book teaches the principles, methods, and fundamentals of exegeting the New Testament. It also has examples of textual exegesis that clearly and helpfully show the value of exegeting a text well. Any serious student of Scripture would benefit from utilizing this book in the study of the Bible."Interpreting the New Testament Textis a contemporary application of Paulrs"s charge to Timothy to study to present himself to God, approved as one who correctly handles the word of truth. Highly recommended!" Andreas J. Kouml;stenberger, Professor of New Testament and Director of Ph.D. Studies, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary"This ls"how-tors" guide provides significant step-by-step help for first-year seminarians. It should prove very helpful." Klyne Snodgrass, Paul W. Brandel Professor of New Testament Studies, North Park Theological Seminary"Not only an excellent textbook but also a useful refresher for pastors and teachers engaged in the weekly study of the text for ministry." Clinton E. Arnold, Professor and Chairman, Department of New Testament, Talbot School of Theology, Biola University"Covers the exegetical landscape admirably." B. Paul Wolfe, Associate Professor of New Testament, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary"A comprehensive, thorough, and excellent guide to exegetical method that I am happy to recommend with enthusiasm!" Donald A. Hagner, George Eldon Ladd Professor of New Testament, Fuller Theological Seminary"Fanning and Bock have compiled an all-star cast of lucid writers on exegetical method with like-minded writers illustrating good interpretations of texts and themes. Itrs"s really two books for the price of one, with each made better by the other!" Craig L. Blomberg, Distinguished Professor of New Testament, Denver Seminary"This excellent collection of essays provides a solid foundation for all whose goal is to hear and obey Godrs"s Word." Mark Strauss, Professor of New Testament, Bethel SeminarySan Diego"A tool that takes you into the best New Testament classrooms for the simple price of one volume." David Wyrtzen, Adjunct Professor, Dallas Theological Seminary; Pastor, Midlothian Bible Church

Table of Contents

Preface	9	(2)
Contributors	11	(2)
Abbreviations	13	(4)
Introduction	17	(6)
Part One: Exegetical Methods and Procedures
Opening Questions: Definition and Philosophy of Exegesis	23	(10)
Laying a Foundation: New Testament Textual Criticism	33	(24)
Grammatical Analysis: Making Connections	57	(16)
Sentence Diagramming, Clausal Layouts, and Exegetical Outlining: Tracing the Argument	73	(62)
Lexical Analysis: Studies in Words	135	(20)
Validation: Exegetical Problem Solving	155	(12)
Background Studies: Grounding the Text in Reality	167	(30)
Narrative Genre: Studying the Story	197	(24)
Epistolary Genre: Reading Ancient Letters	221	(20)
Apocalyptic Genre: Visions and Symbols	241	(14)
Scripture Citing Scripture: Use of the Old Testament in the New	255	(22)
Theological Analysis: Building Biblical Theology	277	(16)
Showing the Relevance: Application, Ethics, and Preaching	293	(20)
Part Two: Exegetical Examples and Reflections
Mark 1:1-13: Introducing the Gospel of Mark	313	(10)
I. Howard Marshall
Mark 1:1-15: The Paradox of Authority and Servanthood	323	(18)
Narry F. Santos
Mark 7:27: Jesus' Puzzling Statement	341	(10)
Joel F. Williams
Acts 8:26-40: Why the Ethiopian Eunuch Was Not from Ethiopia	351	(16)
Edwin M. Yamauchi
Romans 15:9b-12: Gentiles as the Culminative Focus of Salvation History	367	(10)
Don N. Howell, Jr.
Galatians 3:10-13: Crucifixion Curse and Resurrection Freedom	377	(10)
David Catchpole
Ephesians 2:19-22: The Temple Motif	387	(14)
Scott S. Cunningham
Ephesians 5:26: The Baptismal Metaphor and Jewish Ritual Baths	401	(8)
Helge Stadelmann
Philippians 2:6-7: The Image of God and the Cross of Christ	409	(6)
Timothy B. Savage
Colossians 1:12-20: Christus Creator, Christus Salvator	415	(14)
E. Earle Ellis
James 1:19-27: Anger in the Congregation	429	(12)
Donald J. Verseput
1 Peter 2:2a: Nourishment for Growth in Faith and Love	441	(8)
W. Edward Glenny
3 John: Tracing the Flow of Thought	449	(14)
Herbert W. Bateman IV
Scripture Index	463	(10)
General Index	473