Eisegesis is a subjective form of interpretation of a text, particularly of a religious scripture, where the interpreter injects their own ideas, biases, or personal views into the text, often without regard for the context, original intent, or established meanings of the text. This is in contrast to exegesis, which aims to draw out the […]
Theology Blog
What is Exegesis?
A Deep, Comprehensive Exploration Exegesis is the methodical process of interpreting, analyzing, and explaining a text, with particular emphasis on sacred writings like the Bible. It seeks to uncover the original intent and meaning embedded in the text by the author and understood by its initial audience. While exegesis is applied across various religious and literary disciplines, […]
What is Biblical Theology?
Biblical theology is a branch of Christian theology that seeks to understand and interpret the Bible as a unified and coherent narrative about God and God’s relationship with the world. It focuses on the themes and patterns that emerge from the Bible as a whole, rather than just studying individual parts in isolation. Here are […]
James 1
James 1:1 James, a servant of God and of the Lord Jesus Christ, To the twelve tribes in the Dispersion: James 1:1 Introduction It can be easy to gloss over the first verses of a new testament epistle, but when we do that, we lose so much information on the purpose and audience of the […]