Interpreting Revelation and other apocalyptic literature: an exegetical handbook

The genre and figures of speech of apocalyptic literature -- The historical background of prophetic-apocalyptic books -- The function of apocalypticism and the theme of Israel's story -- Preparing to interpret the text -- Interpreting biblical apocalyptic literature -- Communicating a passage i...

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Main Author: Pate, C. Marvin 1952- (Author)
Format: Print Book
Language:English
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Published: Grand Rapids, MI Kregel Academic [2016]
In:Year: 2016
Reviews:[Rezension von: Pate, C. Marvin, 1952-, Interpreting Revelation and other apocalyptic literature] (2019) (Stewart, Alexander E., 1979 -)
Series/Journal:Handbooks for New Testament exegesis
IxTheo Classification:HC New Testament
Further subjects:B Bible. Revelation Criticism, interpretation, etc
B Bible
B Criticism, interpretation, etc
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Summary:The genre and figures of speech of apocalyptic literature -- The historical background of prophetic-apocalyptic books -- The function of apocalypticism and the theme of Israel's story -- Preparing to interpret the text -- Interpreting biblical apocalyptic literature -- Communicating a passage in Revelation -- From text to sermon : two examples -- Selected sources.
Item Description:Includes bibliographical references (pages 221-232)
ISBN:0825443644