Basic Bible Interpretation
by Roy Zuck
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Description: Isn't Bible interpretaion just for the experts? No, says Dr. Zuck---it's essential for each Christian's understanding and application of Scripture. Discover the challenges, problems, key terms, and history of interpretation---all in practical, down-to-earth language. Develop the skills you need to get the most out of your Bible study! 372 pages, hardcover from Victor.
The Hermeneutical Spiral: A Comprehensive Introduction to Biblical Interpretation
by: Grant Osborne
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Description: Get a comprehensive understanding of the interpretation process with this award-winning resource! Viewing hermeneutics as "a spiral from text to context," Osborne covers all the bases---from the study of Old and New Testament texts to the development of theologies (biblical and systematic) to sermon preparation. An invaluable standard for seminary students and pastors! 499 pages, softcover from InterVarsity.
Hermeneutics: Principles and Processes of Biblical Interpretation
By: Henry Virkler
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Description: The primary goal of many hermeneutics texts available today is the elucidation of proper principles of biblical interpretation. Hermeneutics, in contrast, translates hermeneutical theory into five practical steps that can be used to interpret all genre of scripture: historical-cultural and contextual analysis, lexical-syntactical analysis, theological analysis, genre identification and analysis, and application. Chapters begin with goals for students, include numerous exercises and suggestions for further reading and conclude with a summary. Henry A. Virkler is an associate professor of psychology at the Psychological Studies Institute, Atlanta.