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Learning From Calvin’s Methodology of Biblical Interpretation

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ID23214627
AuthorsDAVID EUNG YUL RYOO (Union Presbyterian Seminary, corresponding author)
Year2017
Volume3
Issue2
Pages19-36
Publication date2017-10-01
Peer ReviewedYes
Open AccessYes
TypeARTICLE
VenueUNIO CUM CHRISTO (JOURNAL)
Journal identifiersISSN: 2380-5412 • E-ISSN: 2473-8476
PublisherWalter de Gruyter GmbH (PUBLISHER • DE)
DOI10.35285/ucc3.2.2017.art1
OpenAlexW2954038261
LanguageEN
Citations received2
References cited22

Most research on John Calvin focuses on theology and history. Yet Calvin viewed himself primarily as a minister and preacher: the Bible is the revelation of God and exposition the preacher’s ultimate mission. This article examines Calvin’s methodology of biblical interpretation in his sermons, his perspective on the word, and his conception of preaching. Calvin’s sermons reveal four characteristics: the goal of preaching is unfolding biblical texts, biblical interpretation communicates the intent of the original author, the absolute lordship and grace of God is centered upon Jesus Christ, and the text must be applied as well as explained.

Art · Biblical studies · Biblical theology · Epistemology · Exposition (narrative) · Interpretation (philosophy) · Linguistics · Literature · Old Testament · Perspective (graphical) · Revelation · Theology · Philosophy · Reformation and Early Modern Christianity · Religious Education and Schools

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Citations per year0,29
Citation span2019 - 2019 (1)
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Highly citedNo
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