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Sanctified Vision: An Introduction to Early Christian Interpretation of the Bible
John J. O´keefe
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Description for Sanctified Vision: An Introduction to Early Christian Interpretation of the Bible
Paperback. Within this analytic framework, the authors explain the larger structure of patristic exegesis and argue for the importance of this structure in the emergence of Christian orthodoxy. Num Pages: 176 pages, black & white illustrations. BIC Classification: HRCG. Category: (G) General (US: Trade). Dimension: 227 x 155 x 12. Weight in Grams: 1306.
In Sanctified Vision John J. O'Keefe and R. R. Reno explain the structure and logic of the early Church fathers' interpretations of the Bible. These interpretations are considered foundational to the development of Christianity as a religion and offer insight into how the early church fathers thought about Christian doctrine and practice. By analyzing selected portions of patristic exegesis, the authors illustrate specific reading techniques employed by the church fathers to expound the meaning they believed intrinsic to biblical texts. This approach is organized around three basic analytic strategies: literal, typological, and allegorical. The literal strategy ... Read more
In Sanctified Vision John J. O'Keefe and R. R. Reno explain the structure and logic of the early Church fathers' interpretations of the Bible. These interpretations are considered foundational to the development of Christianity as a religion and offer insight into how the early church fathers thought about Christian doctrine and practice. By analyzing selected portions of patristic exegesis, the authors illustrate specific reading techniques employed by the church fathers to expound the meaning they believed intrinsic to biblical texts. This approach is organized around three basic analytic strategies: literal, typological, and allegorical. The literal strategy ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
Johns Hopkins University Press
Number of pages
176
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2005
Condition
New
Weight
1306g
Number of Pages
176
Place of Publication
Baltimore, MD, United States
ISBN
9780801880889
SKU
V9780801880889
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99-28
About John J. O´keefe
John J. O'Keefe and R. R. Reno are associate professors of theology at Creighton University.
Reviews for Sanctified Vision: An Introduction to Early Christian Interpretation of the Bible
Though they cover a scholarly terrain that is already well trod, O'Keefe and Reno consistently offer fresh insights and new perspectives.
Letter & Spirit
Will explain to a wide readership the principles of patristic exegesis. It will also waken admiration for the Fathers' unflagging fascination.
Joseph T. Lienhard
First Things
A well-written and easily accessible ... Read more
Letter & Spirit
Will explain to a wide readership the principles of patristic exegesis. It will also waken admiration for the Fathers' unflagging fascination.
Joseph T. Lienhard
First Things
A well-written and easily accessible ... Read more