For our example we will name our file using the name of the version plus a descriptive. Understanding new testament greeklearning greek for translation and exegesis using accordance bible software and resources author. Pastor klein has been teaching greek and studies on the entire bible for over 48years. The biblical greek companion for bible software users. The translation notes aim at college level, years 23 accents and smooth breathings are only used where necessary. The exegetical guide to the greek new testament series has filled a muchneeded gap in my library. However, an approach based essentially on verse or sentence units is too circumscribed and tends to neglect the crucial features of the overall discourse.
Display your color file to show examples of greek or hebrew words that. Sample a papers below are sample a grade exegesis papers written by two of my students. It is with exegesis, in this sense, that this chapter is concerned. Mafico has graciously supplied both an example paper and an overview for biblical exegesis for wisdom literature and job. Following the expiration of claudius decree upon his death, the jews gradually returned to rome. It gathers together nearly every bible study taskword studies, translation comparison, research, and morefor a thorough examination of a biblical passage.
Both jews and christians have used various exegetical methods throughout their history. One does not need to be a master of greek and hebrew to do word studies. Sample exegesis paper 2 the philippians could follow 3. Its a great timesaver in the sense that i dont have to repeatedly engage in the initial research required by the task of exegesis. Bibleworks is a bible software program for exegesis and bible study, with extensive greek, hebrew, lxx septuagint, and english resources. How to write an exegetical paper logos bible software. How to say exegesis in greek whats the greek word for exegesis. Biblical exegesis is a systematic process by which a person arrives at a reasonable and coherent sense of the meaning and message of a biblical passage. It should give you an idea of what an exegesis paper looks like, what. As i listened to her explanation, i had two thoughts.
There are some basic considerations that you must be aware of when findingusingselecting sources. This resource, along with its hebrew counterpart, rightly recognizes the popularity of. As such the references were only current at the time of writing. Example paper for seminary and bible college students. Demoss, pocket dictionary for the study of the new testament greek downers grove. Im happy now to offer up the paper here for other students, as well as professors who may want to use it as a resource for their own students. Biblical exegesis examples software collection of delphi examples v.
This easy to use tool will help you study and examine scripture in a flexible workspace that you can tailor to your needs. The logos tutorial video course referenced in the grammar is also available. The premier original languages bible software program for biblical exegesis and research. Bibleworks software for biblical exegesis and research. Example papers exegetical papers libguides at atlanta. Rob plummers daily dose of greek a great help to get up to speed. An exegetical commentary on the greek new testament. Credo bible study is a powerful catechism tool for helping teachers with the formation of young catholics.
The word exegesis in english derives from the greek verb exegeisthai, to lead or show the way to. Traditionally the term was used primarily for work with the bible. Ddt tw download treasury of scripture knowledge inline crossreferences. From exegesis to exposition two stepbystep examples. Introduction to an exegesis of the bible when i exegete a book, i tend to get very bogged down in the details and so, i decided to develop a series of a few short lessons on various chapters of the bible, where i attempt to simply deal with the primary points of each verse without getting too detailoriented. The focus is on understanding greek grammar and syntax and becoming proficient in using the tools and resources available in the software. I am a spirit come from god, and returning to god, just. Library tools for biblical exegesis duke divinity school. You may have to read a couple of chapters to get the sense of the functions of the pericope in the wider unit. He has served as professor of new testament greek at masters international divinity school from 2008200 and has authored a new testament greek course which will be posted on this site in the near future.
Biblical exegesis discovering the meaning of scriptural texts by john piper for more free resources, go to. Exegesis and argument studies in greek philosophy presented to gregory vlastos phronesis. Bibleworks 9 is the premier original languages bible software program for biblical exegesis and research. For example, when studying an old testament passage, keep in mind that the original audience the. As with old testament exegesis, this book assumes that exegesis requires a minimal knowledge of greek. It comes with greek, hebrew, and septuagint bibles for your computer, as well as translations in english, german, spanish, chinese, korean, and more. For over eighteen years, bibleworks has satisfied bible software users around the world. The titles below are a sample of the concordances held by the library. Library tools for biblical exegesis table of contents page. The titles below are a sample of the concordances held by the. Two samples and it is the essential prerequisite for any more existential application of the message of the new testament. This set of sections provides a benchmark for scholarship and professionalism in academic biblical research. But it also is written to encourage the use of greek by. Lets consider a couple of examples of poor exegesis to give you a feel for the pitfalls.
It comes with greek, hebrew, and septuagint bibles for your computer, as well as translations in english, german, spanish, chinese, korean, and dozens of other languages. Lovelace has graciously supplied an exegetical paper as an example. Bibleworks software for biblical exegesis, research, and. The logos edition of the exegetical summaries series will take your exegesis to the next level. While there is no singular process of exegesis, there is a general progression most follow. For example, clicking on a word in the greek text of 1. For example, praying our father which art enabled her to focus on gods existence, and reminded her of god describing himself as i am in exodus 3. Youll find everything you need for close exegesis of the original text in its. A guide to use the greek in your bible software ols. In the process of exegesis, a passage must be viewed in its historical and grammatical context with its timepurpose of writing taken into account. Because of this, i spent a chunk of my time last summer creating an example paper for students at acadia divinity college.
The first introductory greek grammar to fully embrace bible software in the. Like many scholarly papers, an exegesis paper has a standard set of sections which are commonly used. The comparison chart below is a quickreference guide to 75 different bible commentary series. Guide for writing an exegesis on a biblical passage a. Ideally, an understanding of the original texts greek and hebrew is required. A note card system is perfect for exegesis research because note cards provide enough space for you to record necessary information and are easy to organize later. Bible software users helps users understand the exegetical significance of greek. Eisegesis, exegesis, hermeneutics, hermeneutic distance the scriptures words about the bible exegesis, eisegesis, and hermeneutics exegesis.
At the time this paper was written, i had done some greek, and in this paper, i was required to demonstrate some knowledge of. All references to commentaries and lexicons are linked to your digital titles, and scripture references are linked to greek and hebrew texts and english translations. In order to decide the number of verses to choose, you need to validate that you are doing a complete passage, not starting or stopping in the middle of a narrative or argument. Exegesis and translation 159 book of mark, which followed the more traditional practice of discussing translation problems on the basis of verse divisions. The teacher is professor bill klein, president of the bible translation and exegesis institute of american. Software for biblical exegesis, research, and bible. A guide for inexperienced leaders and teachers by bob young introduction this booklet is written for the bible student who is just beginning to learn the process for developing classes, lessons, or sermons.
Exegesis, the critical interpretation of the biblical text to discover its intended meaning. How to lay out your exegesis paper how to do exegesis. The task of exegesis involves looking at the biblical text and setting forth your understanding of the text in a way. Locate your pericope both within the immediate context of the basic division of the book and the overall structural units of the book. It comes with greek, hebrew, and septuagint bibles for your computer, as well. The following exegesis points to an alternate reading, one of free will and choice. This indepth study is designed to feed both the young and the advanced believer. Guide for writing an exegesis on a biblical passage. On the one hand, i know that the original greek text did not include punctuation. Home greek exegesis the book of romans is considered to be the constitution of the christian faith. Not a greek ace but still want to use the greek in your bible software. Home biblical exegesis libguides at bob jones university. A given text may yield a number of very different interpretations according to the exegetical techniques applied to it. Bible commentaries comparison chart best bible commentaries.
Strauss is a unique language resource that both refreshes and guides the reader through a plethora of greek grammatical terms utilized by todays leading bible software programs. Cameron howard has graciously supplied not only two example papers, but several helpful guides to writing exegetical papers. A simple package from logos software will allow one to do a good deal of investigation into the original words of scripture. Paul made a wonderful declaration, i can do all things through christ who strengthens me. Exegesis is the most comprehensive form of bible study. The greek word for appears seven times in seven verses. An interlinear is a greek new testament with the english equivalent underneath. There are many different commentary series because there are many different purposes and uses for bible commentaries. Most readers want to know what english translation a commentary uses, information about the theological convictions of the. He begins by reexamining what he previously cherishes as gain and worth. Observations and methods of gifted expositors of scripture if exegetical theology is worth anything, it must aid the student and pastorteacher in bridging the gap between the original situation and the presentday audience kaiser, 186 the word is supernatural, and woe to the preacher who leaves.