The End of Interpretation: Reclaiming the Priority of Ecclesial Exegesis

The End of Interpretation: Reclaiming the Priority of Ecclesial Exegesis

by R. R. Reno
The End of Interpretation: Reclaiming the Priority of Ecclesial Exegesis

The End of Interpretation: Reclaiming the Priority of Ecclesial Exegesis

by R. R. Reno

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Overview

Those who wish to interpret and understand the Bible face a fundamental question: How do I interpret Scripture faithfully? Theological interpretation is an approach that has received much attention in recent years, and R. R. Reno is a leading practitioner and proponent of this approach.

In The End of Interpretation, Reno's first full statement on the topic, he argues that Scripture is interpreted correctly only when it is read through the lens of creedal orthodoxy—that is, through the apostolic faith. The principle of accordance between doctrine and Scripture is of first importance for solid Christian interpretation.

Reno provides a simple explanation of this multifaceted approach. He wrestles with what makes interpretation "theological" and provides two historical case studies, discussing Origen and the Reformation debate over justification. He then demonstrates what theological interpretation looks like in practice, reflecting on Genesis 1, John 17, and 1 Corinthians. Reno's insights will benefit serious readers who seek to interpret Scripture faithfully.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9780801096914
Publisher: Baker Publishing Group
Publication date: 10/18/2022
Pages: 192
Product dimensions: 5.50(w) x 8.50(h) x (d)

About the Author

R. R. Reno (PhD, Yale University) is editor of First Things. He taught theology at Creighton University for two decades. He is the author of many books, including Return of the Strong Gods and Resurrecting the Idea of a Christian Society, and has served as the general editor of the Brazos Theological Commentary on the Bible series, for which he contributed the volume on Genesis.

Table of Contents

Introduction xi

1 What Makes Exegesis Theological? 1

2 Theology and Interpretation 31

3 Origen and Spiritual Reading 51

4 Reformation Controversy and Biblical Interpretation 77

5 In the Beginning 91

6 That They All May Be One 113

7 Law, Loyalty, and Love 131

8 An Exegetical Postmortem 153

Acknowledgments 169

Index 171

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