Lesson Outline

1. Introduction

2. Failure to consider context

2.1. Failure to consider the immediate context of a verse or passage

2.2. Failure to consider the context of Scripture as a whole

2.3. Failure to consider the context of a word when trying to understand its meaning

3. Root fallacy

4. Semantic anachronism

5. Other common fallacies

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• Introduction to Biblical Languages
• Using a Concordance
• Lexicons
• Online Resources for Word Studies
• A Process for Word Study

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• Finding the Theme(s) of a Passage
• Outlining Passages
• Understanding the Context of the Passage
• Genre of Writing

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• Integrity in Biblical Interpretation
• Literal Interpretation of the Bible
• Principles of Biblical Interpretation
  • Rule of Context
  • Rule of Definition
  • Rule of Usage
  • Rule of Historical and Geographical Background
  • Rule of Logic
  • Rule of Precedent or First Mention
  • Rule of Unity
  • Rule of Comparison
  • Rule of Inference
  • Rule of Genre

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While there are many high-quality study tools available, it is best to start with the source: the Bible. Before moving on to other books, always spend time in the Bible, seeing what the Bible itself has to say about the subject at hand. This helps to guard against bias of non-Biblical sources, and emphasizes the text itself, rather than what someone else has said about the text.

Much can be gleaned from the effective study of the Bible alone, without any study tools. To get the most out of studying Scripture, start by taking the time to read the Bible itself carefully and thoughtfully.

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Studying the Bible is different from studying any other subject. It must not be done from a purely academic perspective. One who approaches Bible study for the wrong reasons or in the wrong way will end up frustrated and confused. However, Bible study is essential to every Christian. Therefore, it is important to learn to love the truth found in God's Word and to learn how to approach studying the Bible.
Anyone who reads and studies the Bible is also an interpreter of the Bible, deciding what the words mean and how they apply to everyday life. God spoke to us through His Word, but to get the benefits of that communication, we must properly understand the meaning of His Word.