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1 | 4 Principles of Interpretation | 2 Tim 2:15 | Morant61 | 52077 | ||
Greetings Hank! Excellent post my friend! To you comments, I would also add one more aid to proper interpretation - a proper understanding of grammar. It is a fact of life that most cannot read the original languages of Scripture. Thus, most Christians are forced to rely upon someone's translation. Fortunately, there are many aids available today to help even those with little or no knowledge of original languages to examine the translations which they use for accuracy. However, there is another critical problem facing American Christians - a lack of understanding of English grammar. I have taught many classes over the years, and I am always saddened at the lack of ability I see in many invididuals to even understand the basic structure of a sentence. I'm sure there are a variety of reasons for this situation, but it must be addressed. I really believe that this is one of several key issues in why so many differences in doctrine exist. Individuals or groups take a verse and interpret them in ways which are not supported by the rules of grammar. Knowing your background in literature, I'm sure this is a major concern for you as well. :-) The only solution to this problem is a little work! Every Christian should obtain a good English grammar and spend some time learning the basics of usage and composition. A little work will pay big dividends in one's understanding of Scripture. Your Brother in Christ, Tim Moran |
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2 | 4 Principles of Interpretation | 2 Tim 2:15 | srbaegon | 52078 | ||
Hello Tim You've made an excellent point concerning grammar. William Mounce in his book on beginning Greek starts by acknowledging most English-speaking people don't understand English grammar. He gives a primer before he can move to Greek. I thought I knew English pretty well but discovered differently. Steve |
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3 | 4 Principles of Interpretation | 2 Tim 2:15 | Morant61 | 52080 | ||
Greetings Steve! It was by taking Greek in college that I finally learned something about English grammar! I have a long way to go still, but I have discovered that an understanding of grammar is essential to sound exgesis! Now, if I could just learn to spell correctly! :-) Your Brother in Christ, Tim Moran |
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