Interpreting apocalyptic literature : an exegetical handbook / Richard A. Taylor, David M. Howard Jr., series editor.

Author
Taylor, Richard A. [Browse]
Format
Book
Language
English
Published/​Created
  • Grand Rapids, MI : Kregel Academic, 2016.
  • ©2016
Description
205 pages ; 23 cm.

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    Handbooks for Old Testament exegesis [More in this series]
    Summary note
    Taylor begins with a helpful introduction to the genre of apocalyptic literature; surveys its purpose, message, and primary themes in the Old Testament; and then discusses critical questions and key works for further study. He also provides guidelines for interpreting apocalyptic texts. Included are sample sermon texts from apocalyptic literature. Using texts from both Daniel and Joel, Taylor shows how to outline apocalyptic passages. - from back of book.
    Bibliographic references
    Includes bibliographical references.
    Contents
    • What is apocalyptic literature?
    • Major themes in apocalyptic literature
    • Preparing for interpretation of apocalyptic literature
    • Interpreting apocalyptic literature
    • Proclaiming apocalyptic literature
    • Sample texts from apocalyptic literature.
    ISBN
    • 9780825427619 ((paperback))
    • 0825427614 ((paperback))
    LCCN
    2020303771
    OCLC
    932169656
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