Interpretation, pt 1

It seems that any discussion dealing with Biblical texts starts and ends with . This methodology defines how one approaches a given text and how one reads any emphases in the text. Therefore, i want to propose a methodology from which we can work. i want this to remain as simplistic as possible, yet versatile enough so that we may account for any possible differences. Some things that we will need to consider are:

  • The usage of language. We should pay attention to how words are used, particularly in the original language.
  • Linguistics. We should also be concerned with how the above would be best represented in our own language, both the definitive meaning and the contextual sense.
  • Historical context. A third concern will be adding the context of the author, the audience, the geographic location of each, and the time of writing.

The next part will deal with how i think we should involve these concerns. Do you think there should be other concerns?

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