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This book introduces the reader to the various perspectives involved in the interpretation of the New Testament from the lexicographical to the feminist approach. Each chapter contains examples of the perspective involved--its presuppositions and method, followed by a caveat. This book promises to be a welcome companion and invaluable source for students of New Testament theology.

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Harrisville is a master biblical scholar who has practiced his craft for over seventy-five years. In clear and succinct fashion, he describes the chief methods of biblical analysis, from basic textual criticism and classic practices such as form and redaction criticism to more recent trends beholden to sociology and feminism. He illustrates each method by applying it to specific biblical passages to show the reader how it works. An indispensable handbook for disciplined biblical study. --Walter Sundberg, Luther Seminary, emeritus This literary and theological gem from Harrisville is a 'brief guide, ' yet a remarkable contribution to the history of New Testament interpretation. His covering the various disciplines leaves no stone unturned, taking the reader into the fulness of NT studies through the ages. He dedicates his book to his students, who learned from him that the NT event and its witness are inseparably intertwined and provide a hermeneutic that is the basis for preaching and teaching. --Paul Berge, Luther Seminary, emeritus Once again, we sit at the feet of Roy Harrisville, a master teacher and gifted preacher. Learn what this means: 'The Christian faith knows no preaching detached from history!' --David L. Tiede, Luther Seminary, emeritus

Harrisville is a master biblical scholar who has practiced his craft for over seventy-five years. In clear and succinct fashion, he describes the chief methods of biblical analysis, from basic textual criticism and classic practices such as form and redaction criticism to more recent trends beholden to sociology and feminism. He illustrates each method by applying it to specific biblical passages to show the reader how it works. An indispensable handbook for disciplined biblical study. --Walter Sundberg, Luther Seminary, emeritus This literary and theological gem from Harrisville is a 'brief guide, ' yet a remarkable contribution to the history of New Testament interpretation. His covering the various disciplines leaves no stone unturned, taking the reader into the fulness of NT studies through the ages. He dedicates his book to his students, who learned from him that the NT event and its witness are inseparably intertwined and provide a hermeneutic that is the basis for preaching and teaching. --Paul Berge, Luther Seminary, emeritus Once again, we sit at the feet of Roy Harrisville, a master teacher and gifted preacher. Learn what this means: 'The Christian faith knows no preaching detached from history!' --David L. Tiede, Luther Seminary, emeritus

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Roy A. Harrisville is Emeritus Professor of New Testament at Luther Seminary in St. Paul, Minnesota. He is the author of many books on the New Testament and theology.

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