Interpreting the New Testament Text: Introduction to the Art and Science of Exegesis [Hardcover]

Darrell L. Bock (Editor), Buist M. Fanning (Editor)

Book Description

Publication Date: October 20, 2006

With the explosive increase in availability of English Bibletranslations, the question can easily be asked, "Why bother withthe hard work of biblical exegesis?" Computers can translateforeign languages and our English texts can take us very close tothe original meanings, so why exegete? Answer: because the deepesttruths of the Bible are found through the deepest study.

This book teaches the principles, methods, and fundamentals ofexegeting the New Testament. It also has examples of textualexegesis that clearly and helpfully show the value of exegeting atext well. Any serious student of Scripture would benefit fromutilizing this book in the study of the Bible.

Editorial Reviews

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"Interpreting the New Testament Text is a contemporary application of Paul'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. Kostenberger, Professor of New Testament and Director of Ph.D. Studies, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary

"This 'how-to' 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. It'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 God's Word."
Mark Strauss, Professor of New Testament, Bethel Seminary-San Diego

--This text refers to the Kindle Edition edition.

Review

"Interpreting the New Testament Text is a contemporary application of Paul'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. Kostenberger, Senior Professor of New Testament and Biblical Theology, Director of Ph.D. Studies, Southeastern Baptist Theological Seminary

"This 'how-to' 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. It'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 God's Word."
—Mark Strauss, Professor of New Testament, Bethel Seminary-San 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

Product Details

• Hardcover: 480 pages
• Publisher: Crossway Books (October 20, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1581344082
• ISBN-13: 978-1581344080
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.2 x 1.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.5 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (3 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #133,348 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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24 of 25 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Good Introduction, January 4, 2007

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This review is from: Interpreting the New Testament Text: Introduction to the Art and Science of Exegesis (Hardcover)

Interpreting the New Testament Text: Introduction to the Art and Science of Exegesis edited by Darrell Bock and Buist Fanning is divided into two parts. The first deals with methodology. This section travels from defining "Exegesis" through 13 chapters to application, ethics, and preaching.

In between the authors survey and explain textual criticism, grammatical analysis, diagramming, lexical analysis, exegetical problem solving (validation), background studies, genre studies (narrative, epistolary, apocalyptic), the Old Testament in the New, and theological analysis. All of this covers just over 300 pages.

The second section of the book provides 150 pages of exegetical examples of these activities written by some big name scholars such as I Howard Marshall and Edwin Yamauchi and many other lesser known but still excellent scholars.

The book as a whole is extremely well organized and has the wonderful benefit of bibliographies at the end of each section.

Overall the book is an excellent introduction for those who are just beginning to study New Testament Interpretation. For more indepth study Stanley Porter's Handbook to Exegesis of the New Testament is a more advanced level book, but even still don't loose Bock and Fanning, it has made a valuable contribution to the field.

Also unlike some similar books, Bock and Fannings's book is a hardback which will last longer.

Finally, the book is a Festschriften (a sort of tribute) to Harold Hoehner, who had a major impact on how exegesis was done at Dallas Theological Seminary.

Quality text, quality workmanship, five stars.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Must-Have-Title for exegesis of the Greek NT!, October 20, 2007

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This review is from: Interpreting the New Testament Text: Introduction to the Art and Science of Exegesis (Hardcover)

Divided into two parts (Exegetical Methods and Procedures, and Exegetical Examples and Reflections), this book is a great tool for learning how to do exegesis.

Well worth the money spent!

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Reference, May 6, 2011

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I buy this for my intermediate NT Greek study. And my professor only taught the materials of diagramming. The chapter was so well written. Must read the other chapters soon.