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General Introduction to the Bible by William E. Nix and Norman L. Geisler (1986, Trade Paperback)
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Product Identifiers
PublisherMoody Publishers
ISBN-100802429165
ISBN-139780802429162
eBay Product ID (ePID)190781
Product Key Features
Edition2
Book TitleGeneral Introduction to the Bibles
Number of Pages728 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication Year1986
TopicBiblical Reference / General, Biblical Studies / General
IllustratorYes
GenreReligion
AuthorWilliam E. Nix, Norman L. Geisler
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height1.7 in
Item Weight35 oz
Item Length9 in
Item Width6 in
Additional Product Features
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN86-005171
Dewey Edition19
TitleLeadingA
Dewey Decimal220
Edition DescriptionRevised edition,Expanded,New Edition
Table Of ContentTABLE OF CONTENTS Photographs / 9 Charts / 10 Foreword to the Revised Edition / 11 Foreword to the First Edition / 13 Preface to the Revised Edition / 15 Preface to the First Edition / 17 Part One: Inspiration of the Bible 1. The Structure and Divisions of the Bible / 21 2. Definitions of Revelation and Inspiration / 33 3. Scriptural Claims for Inspiration in General / 49 4. Specific Claims of Inspiration in the Old Testament / 65 5. Supporting Claims for the Inspiration in the Old Testament / 77 6. Specific Claims for the Inspiration of the New Testament / 89 7. The Continuation of the Doctrine of Inspiration to the Reformation / 99 8. Doctrines of Inspiration Since Reformation / 113 9. Divergent Views of the Revelation and Inspiration in the Modern World / 133 10. Contemporary Theories of Revelation and Inspiration / 165 11. Evidences for the Inspiration of the Bible / 191 Part Two: Canonization of the Bible 12. Determination of Canonicity / 203 13. The Discovery and Recognition of Canonicity / 221 14. Development and History of the Old Testament Canon / 235 15. The Old Testament Apocrypha and Pseudepigrapha / 257 16. Development and History of the New Testament Canon / 277 17. The New Testament Apocrypha and Pseudepigrapha / 297 Part Three: Transmission of the Bible 18. Languages of the Bible / 321 19. Writing Materials / 331 20. Manuscript Transmission, Preparation, and Preservation / 343 21. Old Testament Manuscripts / 357 22. New Testament Manuscripts / 385 23. Papyri, Ostraca, Inscriptions, and Lectionaries / 409 24. Patristic Witness of the Text of Scripture 25. Development of Textual Criticism / 433 26. Restoration of the Scripture Text / 465 Part Four: Translation of the Bible 27. Translations Containing the Old Testament Text / 493 28. Translations Containing Both the Old and New Testament Texts / 511 29. Latin Versions of the Old and New Testament Texts / 525 30. The Bible in English / 539 31. Modern English Versions and Translations of Scripture / 559 32. Modern Speech Versions and Translations of Scripture / 575 General Conclusion / 603 Appendix / 605 Glossary / 637 Bibliography / 645 Index of Subjects / 683 Index of Persons / 697 Index of Scripture / 709
SynopsisAn updated version of the popular original, it satisfies the exacting demands placed on any good Bible introduction: Excellent scholarship and clear writing., This book is about the Bible--the most important book that has existed in the history of the world. As you turn the pages of this revised and expanded edition, you will discover how to navigate the Bible with careful scholarship. You will gain key insights such as: Inspiration--who wrote the Bible? Canonization--which books belong to it? Transmission--has it been accurately preserved? Translation--has it been adequately translated? The history of the doctrine of inspiration, contemporary theories of revelation, recent trends in textual criticism, and a review of modern English Bible translations are all included. This book gives special emphasis to conservative scholarship and provides clearly defined responses to the negative criticism that undermines the authority of the Bible. The most important book in the world must be handled with precision and understanding. Engage this valuable resource to better know the God of the Bible., An updated version of the popular original. It satisfies the exacting demands placed on any good Bible introduction. Excellent scholarship. Clearly written.
LC Classification NumberBS475.2.G39 1986
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- Feb 09, 2024
A great resource.
This book is a great resource for anyone wanting to know the history of the Bible. It dispels many of the falsehoods purported by the Roman catholic church.Verified purchase: YesCondition: New
- Oct 29, 2022
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Lots of knowledge needed for my schoolingVerified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-owned
- Apr 30, 2020
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