Interpreting The Bible

People in biblical times saw the world far differently than we do today. As a result, biblical texts need to be placed in context for today’s readership. Interpreting The Bible is a superb explanation for beginners that unlocks the secrets of, and takes the mystery out of, ancient religious messages so that we can apply these wise insights to our own contemporary viewpoints, outlooks, and presuppositions about the world. Interpreting The Bible leads us in a unique learning experience by showing (through the power of story-telling) how we can understand the bible on three levels: the sacred story’s meaning, the historical and religious background provided by biblical scholarship, and the witness of continual lay reading of the text in liturgy, spirituality, and tradition. Interpreting The Bible is a perfect launching pad for a more thorough, intellectual, and soul-satisfying understanding of the Bible. Interpreting The Bible is highly recommended for personal and parish libraries. — Midwest Book Review