Diego SilvaDec 22, 20232 minHermeneuticsThe Semantic Field of WordsWhile the semantic range encompasses the potential meanings of a particular word, the semantic field refers to a group of words related...
Diego SilvaDec 22, 20232 minHermeneuticsThe Semantic Range of WordsIn biblical studies, semantic range refers to the full spectrum of meanings and nuances associated with a specific Hebrew or Greek...
Diego SilvaDec 22, 20231 minHermeneuticsApplicationThe last step of inductive Bible study is application, which involves a transition from the original meaning to contemporary situations....
Diego SilvaDec 22, 20232 minHermeneuticsInterpretationIn inductive Bible study, the second step is interpretation. The goal is to discover the original meaning of the text. “What did the...
Diego SilvaDec 18, 20231 minHermeneuticsObservationIn inductive Bible study, the observation step is foundational. Done well, it provides the Bible student with an accurate picture of what...
Diego SilvaDec 18, 20234 minHermeneuticsBible TranslationsTranslations of the Old and New Testaments into English are invaluable tools for Bible study, especially for those who are not proficient...
Diego SilvaDec 18, 20232 minHermeneuticsTextual CriticismThe English Bibles we possess are not in the original form in which the Scriptures were written. The distance between us and the...