Trinity, Revelation, and Reading: A Theological Introduction to the Bible and its Interpretation

by Scott R. Swain

Overview

A theology of biblical interpretation, treating both topics in light of their relationship to the triune God and the economy of redemption.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780567265401
Publisher:	Bloomsbury Academic
Publication date:	11/17/2011
Edition description:	New Edition
Pages:	168
Product dimensions:	5.50(w) x 8.40(h) x 0.50(d)

About the Author

Scott R. Swain is Associate Professor of Systematic Theology, Reformed Theological Seminary, FL, USA.

Table of Contents

Acknowledgements
Introduction
1. The Trinity, the Kingdom, and the Historical Progression of the Word of God
2. The Role of Holy Scripture in Kingdom and Covenant
3. The Inspiration and Perfection of Holy Scripture
4. Reading as an Act of Covenant Mutuality, Part One: Regeneration, Renewal, and the Role of the Church
5. Reading as an Act of Covenant Mutuality, Part Two: The Practice of Reading and the Shape of Interpretation
Conclusion
Bibliography
Index

Editorial Reviews

'Clear and persuasive in argument, deeply read in classical and modern divinity, doctrinally and spiritually astute, this is a splendid theological presentation of the nature and interpretation of Scripture.' - John Webster, King's College, University of Aberdeen, UK.--Sanford Lakoff

'Simultaneously traditional and creative, this impressive volume offers a welcome introduction to Reformed dogmatics.' - Matthew Levering, Professor of Theology, University of Dayton, OH, USA.--Sanford Lakoff

'Trinity, Revelation, and Reading becomes in Swain's hands a three-stranded cord for the theological interpretation of Scripture that is not easily bettered. Swain derives his key interpretive categories from the Bible's own storyline. He also locates biblical interpretation, and Scripture itself, in the triune economy of covenantal communication for the sake of communion, thereby putting feet on the idea that Scripture is its own best interpreter. This is a fresh yet sound and richly satisfying account of why and how the church is to think about and read the Bible "as what it really is, the word of God" (1 Thess. 2:13).' - Kevin J. Vanhoozer, Blanchard Professor of Theology, Wheaton College and Graduate School, IL, US.--Sanford Lakoff

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