Old Testament Exegesis: A Handbook for Students and Pastors

What is exegesis? A thorough analysis of a Bible passage that yields a useful interpretation. Exegesis is a learned skill, not an intuitive gift. Hence, without the proper tools and know-how, an exegete cannot go far. What does Old Testament Exegesis do? It equips you with those tools and shows you how to use them so that you will not only become more skillful in exegesis but also more proficient.In my opinion, what OT Exegesis does best is teach you an “exegetical formula” which is repeatable and easy applied to any passage of Scripture for any context. It primes your mind so that you start asking the right questions. What results are meaningful answers that enable you to expound the text with clarity and precision. Beyond the technical aspects, some examples of the “right” questions relate to historical context (e.g., “What is the date of authorship and relevant geographical significance?), literary context (e.g., “What is the literary form? How does the passage fit into the book and the OT cannon?”), theological context (e.g., “Where else is the passage quoted? How? And how does that inform proper interpretation?”) and contemporary application (e.g., “What are the life issues? What is the audience and scope of the application?”).The book roughly speaking is divided into four sections: Chapter 1 gives you a non-technical format for the process of exegesis. Chapter 2 gives examples on the steps one takes to exegete. Chapter 3 expands upon Chapter 2 but has an emphasis on sermon preparation. Chapter 4 details various other resources for consideration.I purchased this book as part of a post-graduate level seminary course, and it fit well within this context. This is a trustworthy little book that has earned a place in my pastoral library for all time. Also highly recommended for dedicated Bible teachers.

Like having a lively study buddy when you analyze Scripture. Helps you appreciate what your pastor must go through if you're blessed enough to have one who actually EXEGETES the Bible in Bible class, rather than give you canned garbage telling you what you already know.I just love this book: it is clearly-written, succinct, well-organized, hits all the right questions so when you're thinking over something in Scripture, the succinctness helps jog your thinking. So do get this book, even if you're not a pastor. You'll never regret it: Scripture is meant to be PONDERED over and in the original-languages text. This book helps you do that, whether you're just a student, scholar, or teacher.It's as good as Thorleif Boman's Hebrew Thought Compared with Greek, which is my all-time favorite analytical book on Bible. That's a recognized classic also, and I believe it's still here at Amazon, where I bought it years ago.BOTH of these books will help you think clearly when studying. Worth a billion dollars.

The author provides a very good summary of the procedure for performing exegesis, with respect to the Old Testament. He also gives some good examples of types of issues--textual, grammatical, and background--that the exegete may encounter. He provides his solution along with supporting evidence. Where this book really shines is the very thorough and detailed section laying out resources for further reading and research. This book is a great introduction for those wanting to get their feet wet that provides a great springboard for the student who wants to dive into the deep waters.

I realized that I do not need to get involved in exegesis. Too complicated. I bought this book for a course.

This is a handy, easy to follow guide for exegesis for someone who has mastered the basic understanding of Hebrew. As a Level 3 Hebrew student I can comfortably say that this edition lives up to expectations. Beginning Hebrew students may find the book a bit challenging.

Good book.

This book has been the world standard for OT exegesis for around 30 years and this new edition has tons of new content including dozens of websites and software programs useful for exegesis. Written very simply, this Biblical scholar has the heart of a pastor. After the 12 step exegesis process chapter, the author does an entire chapter on showing how to do an abbreviated exegesis to prepare for a sermon. Very helpful. The section on hermeneutical errors was also very insightful.

This thorough and scholarly resource book is an invaluable guide to the process of determining the meaning of Old Testament passages. It contains examples and though it is written for scholars and pastors, it is accessible (and provides helpful guidance) to the layperson, such as myself, that desires to develop a less superficial understanding of scripture. The bibliography in the back is terrific and is probably worth the cost of the book by itself. The updated bibliography in the revised edition is worth buying it even if you already own prior editions.

Uma exegese feita com destreza é fator imprescindível para um sermão eficaz. Sem uma interpretação correta a aplicação fica deficiente

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著者のステュアート氏はGordon-Conwell Theological Seminaryの教師で、ギリシャ語、ヘブル語、ラテン語、アラム語、エジプト語、ウガリット語、バビロニア語、アッシリア語、シリア語、アラビア語、フランス語、ドイツ語を理解する、旧約聖書博士です。　本文批評から適用にいたる１２の釈義・説教準備ステップを（１）総括、（２）テキストを用いた具体的説明、（３）説教準備時の簡易的方法、（４）参考資料、という４つの視点から繰り返し記す、特徴豊かな本です。旧約釈義と講解説教の流れをつかむには、「総括」の視点から１２のステップを学ぶのがよいでしょう。具体的な釈義論文の書き進め方を学ぶには、「具体的説明」の視点から12ステップを学ぶのがよいでしょう。旧約聖書講解説教を作成するには、「簡易的方法」の視点から12ステップを実際に行うのがよいでしょう。具体的な参考図書の選定を考察するには、「参考資料」の視点から12ステップを実際に行うのがよいでしょう。４つの視点から１２ステップを繰り返し記す書き方に、慣れが必要でしょう。ここが星５つでない理由です。　辞書、文法書、アトラス、緒論の優れた書をもっていても、それらの使用方法と使用タイミングが分からなければ、宝の持ち腐れです。釈義と説教を実際に行うために非常に役立つ一品です。注解書の紹介にすぐれた『Old Testament Commentary Survey』と併用するのがお薦めです。