אבנימ

Biblical Hermeneutics Part Second Chapter 1

This brief preliminary chapter opens the second major section of the author’s work, in which he will set forth the principles of biblical hermeneutics. Here he endeavors to set us on the right path in the discovery and adoption of these principles, by inculcating a proper attitude and approach to our undertaking.

The principles of interpretation should become axioms, which the interpreter learns to consistently apply in all his work. That we gain these methods is critical, since false methods will lead to false interpretations, whereas the faithful application of reliable and proven methods should consistently lead to correct understanding. Ascertaining these principles should not be difficult since the authors wrote with the intention of being understood, not of creating complex puzzles. The Word is given to make us wise, not to confuse us. The Scripture must be our primary source for gaining sound hermeneutical principles. It is its own best interpreter, and as we study its examples and patterns of communication, we will increase in understanding of the fundamental laws of its exposition.