Biblical-theological foundations and principles
Graeme Goldsworthy
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First published 2006
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ISBN–13: 978-1-84474-145-8
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Introduction: Can hermeneutics be saved?
Part I—Evangelical Prolegomena to Hermeneutics
1. The necessity for hermeneutics
The necessity for hermeneutics
Communication and its principles
The dimensions of hermeneutics
2. Presuppositions in reading and understanding
The historical shift in presuppositions
Alternative presuppositional stances in theological study
The unavoidability of presuppositions
Basic evangelical presuppositions
The four ‘alones’ and the Trinity
The function of evangelical doctrine
3. Gospel-centred hermeneutics
The presuppositions of the gospel
The gospel and noetic salvation
Christ as mediator means the gospel is the hermeneutic norm of Scripture
The resurrection and hermeneutics
Christocentricity is not Christomonism
4. Towards a biblical theology of interpretation
The method of biblical theology
Part II—Challenges to Evangelical Hermeneutics
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About Gospel-Centered Hermeneutics: Foundations and Principles of Evangelical Biblical InterpretationWhile there are many books on hermeneutics, Graeme Goldsworthy’s perception is that evangelical contributions often do not give sufficient attention to the vital relationship between hermeneutics and theology, both systematic and biblical. Goldsworthy moves beyond a reiteration of the usual arguments to concentrate on the theological questions of presuppositions, and the implications of the Christian gospel for hermeneutics. In doing so, he brings fresh perspectives on some well-worn pathways. Part I examines the foundations and presuppositions of evangelical belief, particularly with regard to biblical interpretation. Part II offers a selective overview of important hermeneutical developments from the sub-apostolic age to the present, as a means of identifying some significant influences that have been alien to the gospel. Part III evaluates ways and means of reconstructing truly gospel-centered hermeneutics. Goldsworthy’s aim throughout is to commend the much-neglected role of biblical theology in hermeneutical practice, with pastoral concern for the people of God as they read, interpret and seek to live by his written Word. |
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