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Taking the Bible Seriously: An Invitation to Think Theologically.
Taking the Bible Seriously An Invitation to Think Theologically Author:Leander E. Keck In this guide to reading the Bible, Dr. Keck opens the door to vital faith without shutting the door to critical thought. He believes that understanding the Bible need not be a formidable task if the average reader will approach it as an active dialogue between himself and each of the Bible writers. Theology, anthropology, archaeology, and his... more »tory are presented as basic tools for fuller understanding, and the Bible is discussed as an exciting intellectual undertaking for modern minds. Dr. Keck does not attempt to summarize the Bible or its thought: instead he invites the reader to discover the issues for himself and deal with them when they arise.
after introducing readers to this creative dialogue method of interpretation, TAKING THE BIBLE SERIOUSLY suggests ways of applying biblical truths to science and ethics--both areas of vital concern in today's living.« less