Biblical Exegesis explanation and discussion

[Always in His Presence]

Pulled from notes taken long ago - -

Often terms get used without full understanding of their meaning and use. The purpose is to explore what the term exegesis means.

Biblical exegesis (from the Greek ἐξήγησις, exēgēsis, meaning "leading out" or "explanation") is the critical interpretation and explanation of the text of the Bible using a systematic, disciplined methodology to determine the original intended meaning of the author as understood by the original audience.

• Text-centered: It starts with the biblical text itself (usually in its original languages: Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek) rather than imposing external ideas onto it.
• Historical-grammatical method: The most common approach seeks to understand:
  • What the human author intended to communicate
  • The historical, cultural, and literary context
  • The grammatical and syntactic structure of the original languages
  • The genre of the literature (narrative, poetry, prophecy, epistle, allegorical, etc.)
• Objective as possible: Aims to let the text speak for itself rather than reading assumptions or theological systems into it (contrast with eisegesis, which means "reading into" the text).

This is important because proper exegesis is centered and focused on the TEXT of the Scripture verses. Many times people get the two terms exegesis confused with eisegesis.

NOTE: The main reason why I do not use eisegesis is because it calls for "reading into", or reading in one own ideas or Religious agenda.

Proper exegesis includes:

• Textual criticism – Establish the most accurate original wording.
• Translation / linguistic analysis – Study the original languages (syntax, semantics, idioms).
• Literary context – Examine the passage in its immediate context and the broader book.
• Historical-cultural context – Research the time period, customs, geography, politics, etc.
• Genre analysis – Identify the literary form and its conventions.
• Theological analysis – Trace themes across Scripture (canonical context).
• Application – Only after determining original meaning do responsible interpreters move to contemporary significance.

 

[Always in His Presence]

The purest form of Theology (The study of the nature of God and religious truth) is based on the Word of God, not the traditions of men.

If a teaching or tradition is not found in the Scriptures - then it is extrabiblical and cannot be treated as infallible.

 

[Hentenza]

Pulled from notes taken long ago - -

Often terms get used without full understanding of their meaning and use. The purpose is to explore what the term exegesis means.

Biblical exegesis (from the Greek ἐξήγησις, exēgēsis, meaning "leading out" or "explanation") is the critical interpretation and explanation of the text of the Bible using a systematic, disciplined methodology to determine the original intended meaning of the author as understood by the original audience.

• Text-centered: It starts with the biblical text itself (usually in its original languages: Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek) rather than imposing external ideas onto it.
• Historical-grammatical method: The most common approach seeks to understand:
  • What the human author intended to communicate
  • The historical, cultural, and literary context
  • The grammatical and syntactic structure of the original languages
  • The genre of the literature (narrative, poetry, prophecy, epistle, allegorical, etc.)
• Objective as possible: Aims to let the text speak for itself rather than reading assumptions or theological systems into it (contrast with eisegesis, which means "reading into" the text).

This is important because proper exegesis is centered and focused on the TEXT of the Scripture verses. Many times people get the two terms exegesis confused with eisegesis.

NOTE: The main reason why I do not use eisegesis is because it calls for "reading into", or reading in one own ideas or Religious agenda.

Proper exegesis includes:

• Textual criticism – Establish the most accurate original wording.
• Translation / linguistic analysis – Study the original languages (syntax, semantics, idioms).
• Literary context – Examine the passage in its immediate context and the broader book.
• Historical-cultural context – Research the time period, customs, geography, politics, etc.
• Genre analysis – Identify the literary form and its conventions.
• Theological analysis – Trace themes across Scripture (canonical context).
• Application – Only after determining original meaning do responsible interpreters move to contemporary significance.

Good post thanks. It is a good reminder for those that claim context but don’t exegete the verses (it is always verses not just a verse).

 

[concretecamper]

If a teaching or tradition is not found in the Scriptures - then it is extrabiblical and cannot be treated as infallible.

I find it funny you come to that conclusion since the Bible itself doesn't conclude it. Ugh. Your promoting a man made tradition.

 

[Hentenza]

I find it funny you come to that conclusion since the Bible itself doesn't conclude it. Ugh. Your promoting a man made tradition.

Is Catholic Tradition (big T) outside of scripture infallible?

 

[concretecamper]

Is Catholic Tradition (big T) outside of scripture infallible?

That's not the question. The OP is putting for a theory that is not taught in Scripture. You guys are sooooo funny.

His Church teaches that Scripture is part of Tradition. Scripture is not all of Tradition. But you guys don't believe what His Church teaches.

 

[concretecamper]

Is Catholic Tradition (big T) outside of scripture infallible?

Yes, Christ promised that the Holy Spirit would be with His Church. Christ also said that he who hears you hear Me, and that he who rejects you rejects Me and the One who sent Me.

 

[Hentenza]

That's not the question.

That was my question.

The OP is putting for a theory that is not taught in Scripture.

What exactly is the OP’s theory that is not in scripture?

You guys are sooooo funny.

Thanks?

His Church teaches that Scripture is part of Tradition. Scripture is not all of Tradition.

Hence my question. See, we did a full circle which is not uncommon for you.

 

[Hentenza]

Yes,

lol I’m not surprised that you would answer yes.

Christ promised that the Holy Spirit would be with His Church.

My church is His Church and so are all of the churches where 2 or 3 are congregated in His name. Jesus said that.

Christ also said that he who hears you hear Me, and that he who rejects you rejects Me and the One who sent Me.

Ok but how does that prove that your church’s Traditions (big T) outside of scripture are infallible? Are the ECFs infallible? Are your popes throughout history infallible?

 

[concretecamper]

lol I’m not surprised that you would answer yes.

My church is His Church and so are all of the churches where 2 or 3 are congregated in His name. Jesus said that.

Ok but how does that prove that your church’s Traditions (big T) outside of scripture are infallible? Are the ECFs infallible? Are your popes throughout history infallible?

I'll answer your question once you admit the OP posted a theory that is not taught in Scripture, the post you agreed with. Well, we are all waiting.

 

[Hentenza]

I'll answer your question once you admit the OP posted a theory that is not taught in Scripture, the post you agreed with.

That’s your assertion. I asked you what theory you claim is not in scripture but you did not answer.

Well, we are all waiting.

Who are we? Is there more than one in your head?

 

[concretecamper]

That’s your assertion

No it is not. It is objective truth. Scripture doesn't state that extra scriptural teaching isn't infallible.

The OPer (a Sola Scripturist) posted a hypocritical statement, and you agreed, what does that say?

 

[Hentenza]

No it is not. It is objective truth. Scripture doesn't state that extra scriptural teaching isn't infallible.

Objective truth, from you? That takes the cake.

The OPer (a Sola Scripturist) posted a hypocritical statement, and you agreed, what does that say?

I believe that only scriptures are infallible. Do with it as you will.

 

[concretecamper]

I believe that only scriptures are infallible

Something Scripture doesn't teach

Like I said, Object truth, Scripture doesn't teach that only Scripture is infallible.

 

[Hentenza]

Something Scripture doesn't teach

Like I said, Object truth, Scripture doesn't teach that only Scripture is infallible.

“All Scripture is inspired by God and beneficial for teaching, for rebuke, for correction, for training in righteousness;”
‭‭2 Timothy‬ ‭3‬:‭16‬ ‭NASB2020‬‬

2 Timothy 3:16 All Scripture is inspired by God and beneficial for teaching, for rebuke, for correction, for training in righteousness | New American Standard Bible - NASB (NASB2020) | Download The Bible App Now

All Scripture is inspired by God and beneficial for teaching, for rebuke, for correction, for training in righteousness

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If scripture is inspired by God then it is infallible. All extra biblical material is not God breathed and therefore fallible. The OP is correct.

 

[concretecamper]

“All Scripture is inspired by God and beneficial for teaching, for rebuke, for correction, for training in righteousness;”
‭‭2 Timothy‬ ‭3‬:‭16‬ ‭NASB2020‬‬

2 Timothy 3:16 All Scripture is inspired by God and beneficial for teaching, for rebuke, for correction, for training in righteousness | New American Standard Bible - NASB (NASB2020) | Download The Bible App Now

All Scripture is inspired by God and beneficial for teaching, for rebuke, for correction, for training in righteousness

bible.com

If scripture is inspired by God then it is infallible. All extra biblical material is not God breathed and therefore fallible. The OP is correct.

If 2Tim3:16 said only Scripture is inspired by God, you'd have a point, but it doesn't, ugh, hypocrites.

 

[Hentenza]

If 2Tim3:16 said only Scripture is inspired by God, you'd have a point, but it doesn't, ugh, hypocrites.

It does say exactly that. Nothing else is included in the verse. Anything else you would be adding to the verse.

Hypocrites? Do you think that is a nice thing to call fellow Christians?

 

[Fervent]

“All Scripture is inspired by God and beneficial for teaching, for rebuke, for correction, for training in righteousness;”
‭‭2 Timothy‬ ‭3‬:‭16‬ ‭NASB2020‬‬

2 Timothy 3:16 All Scripture is inspired by God and beneficial for teaching, for rebuke, for correction, for training in righteousness | New American Standard Bible - NASB (NASB2020) | Download The Bible App Now

All Scripture is inspired by God and beneficial for teaching, for rebuke, for correction, for training in righteousness

bible.com

If scripture is inspired by God then it is infallible. All extra biblical material is not God breathed and therefore fallible. The OP is correct.

If historical-cultural context are consulted, God-breathed has nothing to do with inspiration. It's expiration that is in view, which is why it is useful...because God makes the text alive.

The OP seems to promote at least 2 traditions that developed in the late middle ages in sola scriptura and the sui generis nature of the Bible such that it can be called the Word of God in its own right rather than functioning as an icon.

 

[Hentenza]

If historical-cultural context are consulted, God-breathed has nothing to do with inspiration. It's expiration that is in view, which is why it is useful...because God makes the text alive.

I disagree.

The OP seems to promote at least 2 traditions that developed in the late middle ages in sola scriptura and the sui generis nature of the Bible such that it can be called the Word of God in its own right rather than functioning as an icon.

Actually the primacy and holiness of scripture is well documented among the ECFs.