Chapter 7
Has been revised numerous times since it was first printed in 1611
What is the King James Bible?
that which the author wishes to covey with his signs
What is meaning?
generally longer than other ancient letters
What is a New Testament letter?
lack of Christians who speak the language
Why are translators needed?
These are necessary because we do not speak Hebrew or Greek
What are translations?
a restatement of explanation of a particular English translation
What is a paraphrase
describes the response of the reader to the meaning of the text
What is application?
typically the largest section of a New Testament letter
What is the body?
Lack of translation training and mentoring of translators
Why are translators needed?
These may vary from reader to reader
What are applications?
original documents of Scripture
What were the Autographs?
In the case of the Bible, this word refers to both the human and the divine
Who is the author?
New Testament letters were a substitute for this
What is personal presence?
What does this mean to me?
What is reader response?
written for public presentation
What is a formal letter?
translation approach often called "idiomatic" or "thought-for-thought"
What is the functional approach?
Political debate which may have influenced the Wizard of Oz
What is the gold standard?
The two word greeting that Paul and Peter begin their letters with
What are Grace and Peace?
slavery in Colossians 3:22-4:1
What is the width of the river to cross?
private letter
What is an informal letter?
translation approach sometimes labeled "literal" or "word-for-word"
What is a formal approach?
the central question asked by authorial intent
What is "What does the author mean?"
trusted friend
Who delivered Paul's letters?
We do not create meaning. Rather we seek to discover the meaning that has been placed there by the author.
What is the Basic Principle of Interpretive Approach?
provide a bridge across the river of historical and cultural differences that separate the ancient text and the contemporary audience
What are theological principles?