Bible Study Methods and Rules of Interpretation

Question 1

The three basic steps of Bible Study are?

Answer 1

1. Observation
2. Interpretation
3. Application

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Question 2

The observation step asks the question. . .

Answer 2

What does it say?

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Question 3

The interpretation step asks the question . . .

Answer 3

What does it mean

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Question 4

The application step asks the question. . .

Answer 4

What shall I do?

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Question 5

Bible Memory Verse Acts 17:11

Now the Bereans were of m_________ n_________ c_________ than the Thessalonians,

for they received the message with g_________ e_________

and e_________the S_________ every day

to see if what Paul said was t_________.

Acts 17:11

Answer 5

Bible Memory Verse Acts 17:11

Now the Bereans were of more** **noble** **character than the Thessalonians,

for they received the message with great** **eagerness

and examined** the **Scriptures every day

to see if what Paul said was true.

Question 6

There are _________ observations,

Only __________ interpretation,

And _________ applications.

Answer 6

There are many observations,

Only one interpretation,

And many applications.

Question 7

The four elements of Observation are:

1. W_________
2. S_________
3. A_________
4. L_________ F_________

Answer 7

The four elements of Observation are:

1. Words
2. Structure
3. Atmosphere
4. Literary Form

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Question 8

Words are only have meaning given their:

Answer 8

Usage in context

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Question 9

Step 1 Observe the Text

Ask yourself questions about the text

W_________?

W_________?

W_________?

W_________?

W_________?

H_________?

Answer 9

Step 1 Observe

Ask yourself questions about the text

Who is talking or being talked about?

What is the subject or topic being discussed?

Where is the activitiy taking place?

When is the activity taking place?

Why is the activity taking place (purpose)?

How are the people involved responding?

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Question 10

The word “but” implies _________

The word “and” implies _________

Answer 10

The word “but” implies contrast

The word “and” implies comparison

Question 11

Bible Verse 2Tim 3:16-17

All Scripture is _________ and is useful for

1. _________
2. _________
3. _________ and
4. _________ in _________.

So that the man of God may be t_________ e_________ for

e_________ g_________ w _________ .

Answer 11

Bible Verse 2Tim 3:16-17

All Scripture is God-breathed and is useful for

1. teaching
2. rebuking
3. correcting and
4. training in righteousness.

So that the man of God may be thoroughly equipped for

every good work .

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Question 12

Five Steps in examining the element of Words

1. K_________
2. L_________ or f_________
3. Gr_________ f_________
4. G_________
5. C_________

Answer 12

1. Keywords
2. Literal or figurative
3. Grammatical form (noun, verb, preposition, conjunction)
4. Gender
5. Context

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Question 13

Structure is defined as:

How the passage is c_________or a_________.

Answer 13

Structure is defined as:

How the passage is constructed** or **arranged.

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Question 14

Two rules to follow when looking at Structure

1. Study by p_________ which contains one or more s_________ dealing with the s_________ idea, thought or subject.
2. See how the passage is c_________ or put t_________.

Answer 14

1. Study by paragraph**, which contains one or more **sentences** dealing with the **same idea, thought or subject.
2. See how the passage is composed** or put **together.

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Question 15

Structure

Often sections of Scripture are connected or constructred around:

P_________

P_________

E_________

I_________

T_________

Answer 15

Often sections of Scripture are connected or constructred around:

People-Biographical (Abraham, Isaac, Jacob, Joseph

Places-Geographical (Exodus)

Events-Historical (Joshua)

Ideas-Theological (Romans)

Times-Chronological ( 1 and 2 Kings)

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Question 16

Structure is like a brick wall where the k_________ are the individual bricks and the s________is like the mortar that holds the bricks together.

Answer 16

Structure is like a brick wall where the keywords are the individual bricks and the structure is like the mortar that holds the bricks together.

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Question 17

Atmosphere is defined as the underlying ______ (4 items)

1. T_________
2. M_________
3. S_________
4. E_________ R_________

Answer 17

1. Tone
2. Mood
3. Spirit
4. Emotional response which it causes.

What did the original author communicate with his original audience?

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Question 18

What are the four main types of literary form (literature) in the Bible?

1. N_________
2. D_________
3. P_________
4. Pr_________

Answer 18

1. Narrative
2. Discourse
3. Poetry
4. Prophetic

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Question 19

The literary form “Narrative”

• Is designed to convey _________ and _________
• in the form of f_________, s_________, p_________, a_________ and b_________
• from a t_________ p_________.

Reveals truth i_________.

Answer 19

• Is designed to convey history and truth
• in the form of facts**, **stories**, **parables**, **accounts**, and **biographies
• from a theological** **perspective.

Reveals truth indirectly.

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Question 20

The literary form “Discourse”

• Designed to present i_________, c_________, d_________ or f_________,
• Often in the form of an a_________, l_________, l_________, s_________, or s_________.

Reveals truth d_________.

Answer 20

The literary form “Discourse”

• Designed to present ideas**, **concepts**, **doctrine** or **facts,
• Often in the form of an argument**, **letter**, **lecture**, **sermon**, or **speech.

Reveals truth directly.

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Question 21

The literary form “Poetry”

• Involves the expression of e_________ , f_________ and i________ as a means of conveying truth.
• Uses f_________,d_________, and s_________ language to create m_________ i_________.

Reveals truth in w_________ p_________.

Answer 21

The literary form “Poetry”

• Involves the expression of emotion**, **feelings**, and **ideas as a means of conveying truth.
• Uses figurative**, **descriptive**, and **symbolic** language to create **mental** **images.

Reveals truth in word** **pictures.

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Question 22

The literary form “Prophetic”

• Involves the use of s_________ language to “r_________” or “u_________” that which was previously u_________.

Reveals p_________ u_________ truth.

Answer 22

The literary form “Prophesy”

• Involves the use of symbolic** language to “**reveal”** or “**uncover**” that which was previously **unknown.

Reveals previously** **unknown truth.

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Question 23

Step Two is Interpret the Text

Interpretation–The process and rules by which the m_________ and m_________ of the biblical text is d_________ and u_________.

Goal= deciding on a s_________ m_________ of the passage when originally written.

Answer 23

Interpretation–The process and rules by which the meaning** and **message** of the biblical text is **determined** and **understood.

Goal= deciding on a single** **meaning of the passage when originally written.

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Question 24

Effective Interpretation demands that we consider that the c_________ under which the Bible was written are d_________ from o_________.

• H_________
• G_________
• C_________
• L_________
• W_________

Answer 24

Effective Interpretation demands we consider that the circumstances** under which the Bible was written are **different** from **ours.

Historical (written thousands of years ago)

Geographical (Written in a different land)

Cultural (with different customs)

Language (in Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek)

Writing (different authors and readers;particular purpose and occasion)

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Question 25

The Bible was written by to be understood by people using n_____h______ l____.

Answer 25

The Bible was written by to be understood by people using normal** **human language.

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Question 26

Key Question for Interpretation

1. What does this m_________?
2. What is the s_________ of this?
3. Why did God i_________ this?
4. What is the p_________ of this passage
5. How did the o_________a_________ intend the words to be u_________?
6. How does this fit into the b_________ of S_________?

Answer 26

Key Question for Interpretation

1. What does this mean?
2. What is the significance of this?
3. Why did God include this?
4. What is the purpose of this passage
5. How did the original** **author** intend the words to be **understood?
6. How does this fit into the balance** of **Scripture?

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Question 27

The Six General Rules of Interpretation

1. Interpret l_________.
2. Interpret in c_________.
3. Interpret in view of h_________ and c_________.
4. Interpret in view of l_________ f_________.
5. Interpret in view of other p_________ of S_________.
6. Interpret in view of t_________ c_________.

Answer 27

The Six General Rules of Interpretation

1. Interpret literally.
2. Interpret in context.
3. Interpret in view of history** and **culture.
4. Interpret in view of literary** **form.
5. Interpret in view of other parts** of **Scripture.
6. Interpret in view of theological** **consistency.

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Question 28

General Rule #1 of Interpretation

Interpret Scripture l_________, taking words, phrases and sentences in their

• u_________
• n_________
• n_________
• c_________ s_________.

Answer 28

General Rule #1 of Interpretation

Interpret Scripture literally taking words, phrases and sentences in their

• usual
• normal
• natural
• customary** **sense.

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Question 29

Two types of Literal Interpretation

1. p_________ literal
2. f_________ literal

Answer 29

Two types of Literal Interpretation

1. plain literal-normal, non-figurative language. Ge 2:7 “God formed man from the dust”
2. figurative literal-Language which uses figures of speech and symbolic words but still conveys a clear idea, concept, truth or meaning. Lk 13:31-32 Herod is a “fox”.

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Question 30

Word meanings are determined by

1. b_________ d_________.
2. how the word is used e_________ in Scrupture
3. the c_________ of the passage in which it is used

Answer 30

Word meanings are determined by

1. basic** **definition
2. how the word is used elsewhere in Scrupture
3. the context of the passage in which it is used

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Question 31

Hints for word studies:

• Look for s_________ n_________
• Use the c_________ r_________ system
• Use I_________ to notes
• Use c_________
• See t_________ method of Bible study

Answer 31

Hints for word studies:

• Look for study** **notes
• Use the cross reference system
• Use index to notes
• Use concordance
• See topical method of Bible study

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Question 32

Allegorizing or Spiritualizing

Looks for a s_________ or h_________ meaning which is often u_________ to the t_________ meaning of the passage.

Answer 32

Allegorizing or Spiritualizing

Looks for a secret** or **hidden** meaning which is often **unrelated** to the **true meaning of the passage

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Question 33

General Rule #2 of Interpretation

Interpret in C_________.

Interpret each verse or passage of Scripture in its c_________ noting

• w_________ is is located in Scripture,
• what p_________ it
• what f_________ a_________ it
• and how it is r_________ to other Scripture

Answer 33

General Rule #2 of Interpretation

Interpret in Context

Interpret each verse or passage of Scripture in its context noting

• where it is located in Scripture,
• what precedes it
• what follows** **after it
• and how it is related to other Scripture

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Question 34

General Rule 3# of Interpretation

Interpret in view of H_________ and C_________

Answer 34

General Rule 3# of Interpretation

Interpret in view of History** and **Culture

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Question 35

Guidelines for determining whether a passage is culturally bound or applicable today.

1. What is the p_________ of cultural practice or teaching?
2. Would that c_________ p_________ have the s_________ s_________ today?
3. If not, is there a t_________ p_________ that could be practiced today but in a d_________ w_________?

Answer 35

Guidelines for determining whether a passage is culturally bound or applicable today.

1. What is the pupose of cultural practice or teaching?
2. Would that _cultura_l _practice_ have the _same_ _significance_ today?
3. If not, is there a timeless** **principle** that could be practiced today but in a **different** **way?

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Question 36

Assume every teaching practice of Scripture is applicable today unless:

• the c_________ r_________ it
• later r_________ o_________it
• it conflicts with o_________ S_________
• it is c_________ u_________ to that culture

Answer 36

Assume every teaching practice of Scripture is applicable today unless:

• the context** **restricts it
• later revelation** **overrules it
• it conflicts with other** **Scripture
• it is culturally** **unique to that culture

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Question 37

General Rule #4 of Interpretation

Interpret each verse or passage in Scripture in view of it l_________ f_________.

Is it?

Normal Literature

P_________, N_________, P_________ ?

Special Literature

P_________, P_________ P_________?

Answer 37

General Rule #4 of Interpretation

Interpret each verse or passage in Scripture in view of it literary** **form.

Is it?

Normal Literature

Prose**, **Narrative,** **or** **Poetry?

Special Literature

Prophecy, Parable, Proverb?

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Question 38

General Rule #5 Interpret in View of Other Parts of Scripture

Interpret each verse or passage in view of r_________ or s_________ passages in the same or other books of the Bible.

Guidelines for Interpreting Difficult Passages Part 1

1. The Bible will n_________ c_________ itself.
2. Choose a s_________, n_________ meaning over a more c_________ one.
3. The N_________ T_________ and the O_________ T_________ will help us understand the other.
4. Interpret unclear or ambiguous passages in view of p_________, c_________, c_________ ones.

Answer 38

General Rule #5 Interpret in View of Other Parts of Scripture

Interpret each verst or passage in view of related** or **similar passages in the same or other books of the Bible.

Guidelines for Interpreting Difficult Passages Part 1

1. The Bible will never contradict itself.
2. Choose a simple**, **natural** meaning over a more **complex one.
3. The New** **Testament** and the **Old** **Testament will help us understand the other.
4. Interpret unclear or ambiguous passages in view of plain**, **clear**, **central ones.

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Question 39

Guidelines for Interpreting Difficult Passages Part 2

1. When the NT quotes the OT, it doesn’t have to b_________ e_________.
2. Difference accounts of the s_________ i_________ are most likely c_________, not c_________.
3. Some n_________ i_________ are most likely c_________ e_________.
4. The fact that we do not have a c_________ e_________ does not mean there is n_________ o_________.

Answer 39

Guidelines for Interpreting Difficult Passages Part 2

1. When the NT quotes the OT, it doesn’t have to be** **exact.
2. Difference accounts of the same** **incident** are most likely **complementary** not **contradictory.
3. Some _numerica_l _inconsistencies_ are most likely _copyist_ _errors_.
4. The fact that we do not have a complete** **explanation** does not mean there is **not** **one.

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Question 40

General Rule #6 Interpret in View of T_________ C_________

The c_________ and n_________ of God are the same t_________ S_________. Interpret accordingly.

Answer 40

General Rule #6 Interpret in View of Theological Consistency

The character and nature of God are the same throughout Scripture. Interpret accordingly.

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Question 41

Special Rule of Interpretation #1 Parables

• A parable is a “t_________ to l_________ “ story taken from everyday common life.
• A parable is an e_________ story with a s_________. meaning
  
  • It teaches one k_________ t_________
  • Makes one m_________ p_________
  • I_________ or e_________ one truth
  • A_________ a question

Answer 41

Special Rule of Interpretation #1 Parables

• A parable is a “true** to **life” story taken from everyday common life.
• A parable is an earthly** story with a **spiritual meaning
  
  • It teaches one key** **truth
  • Makes one main** **point
  • Illustrates** or **explains one truth
  • Answers a question

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Question 42

Special Rule of Interpretation #2 Proverbs

A proverb:

• Is a w_________ s_________ or c_________
• Is a s_________ s_________ of t_________
• Contains Gods w_________ about s_________ l_________
• Teaches p_________, not p_________

Answer 42

Special Rule of Interpretation #2 Proverbs

A proverb:

• Is a wise** **saying** or **comparison
• Is a simple** **statement** of **truth
• Contains Gods wisdom** about **skillful** **living
• Teaches principles** not **promises

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Question 43

Some proverbs appear to be p_________.

• It is the nature of proverbial literature to set forth a p_________
• to which there m_________ or m_________ n_________ be e_________,
• instead of a g_________ p_________.

Answer 43

Some proverbs appear to be promises

• It is the nature of proverbial literature to set forth a principle
• to which there may** or **may** **not be exceptions
• instead of a guaranteed** **promise.

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Question 44

A Proverb

Distinguishes between

1. K_________ = C_________ (O_________)
2. U_________= C_________ (I_________)
3. W_________= S_________ in applying K_________ to l_________ (A_________)

Answer 44

A Proverb

Distinguishes between

1. Knowledge** = **Content** (**Observation)
2. Understanding** = **Comprehension** (**Interpretation)
3. Wisdom** = **Skill** in applying **Knowledge** to **life** (**Application)

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Question 45

Special Rule of Interpretation #3 Poetry

Hebrew Poetry:

• does not r_________ sounds or words
• does r_________ i_________, t_________, c_________, and images
• Contains many f_________ of s_________ and s_________ w_________
• Usually the s_________ l_________ will say something about the f_________ l_________.

Answer 45

Special Rule of Interpretation #3 Poetry

Hebrew Poetry:

• does not rhyme sounds or words
• does rhyme** **ideas,** **thoughts,** **concepts**, and **images
• Contains many figures** of **speech** and **symbolic** **words
• Usually the second** **line** will say something about the **first** **line

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Question 46

Special Rule of Interpretation #4 Figures of Speech

Definition: an u_________ form or e_________ of a word of phrase which creates a

• m_________ i_________
• or p_________ a w_________ p_________

The truth stated by a figure of speech can be t_________ l_________.

Answer 46

Special Rule of Interpretation #4 Figures of Speech

Definition: an unusual** form or **expression of a word of phrase which creates a

• mental image
• or paints** a **word** **picture

The truth stated by a figure of speech can be taken literally

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Question 47

Common Figures of Speech in the Bible

• Simile : A c_________ using l_________ or a_________
  
  • Example All men a_________ l_________ grass. 1 Pe 1:24
• Metaphor: A c_________ where one thing r_________ another. Uses some form of the ver “t_________ b_________”
  
  • Example: You a_________ the salt of the earth Mt 5:13

Answer 47

Common Figures of Speech in the Bible

• Simile : A comparison** using **like** or **as
  
  • Example: All men are** **like grass. 1 Pe 1:24
• Metaphor: A comparison** where one thing **represents** another. Uses some form of the ver “**to** **be”
  
  • Example: You are the salt of the earth Mt 5:13

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Question 48

Common Figures of Speech in the Bible

• Personification: giving h_________ c _________ to o_________
  
  • Example: The trees of the field will clap their h_________ . Isa 55:12
• Anthropormorhism: Ascribing h_________c_________ to God
  
  • Example: The h_________ of God was on us. Ezr 8:31

Answer 48

Common Figures of Speech in the Bible

• Personification: giving human** **characteristics to others
  
  • Example: The trees of the field will clap their hands. Isa 55:12
• Anthropormorhism: Ascribing human characteristics to God
  
  • Example: The hand of God was on us. Ezr 8:31

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Question 49

Common Figures of Speech in the Bible

• Idiom: a p_________ way of saying something in a p_________ l_________.
  
  • Example: breaking of b_________
• Euphenism: the s_________ of an i_________ or m_________ expression for an o_________ one.
  
  • Example: “relieved himself” 1 Sa 24:3

Answer 49

Common Figures of Speech in the Bible

• Idiom: a peculiar** way of saying something in a **particular** **language
  
  • Example: breaking of bread
• Euphenism: the substitution** of an **inoffensive** or **mild** expression for an **offensive one.
  
  • Example: “relieved himself” 1 Sa 24:3

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Question 50

Common Figures of Speech in the Bible

• Hyperbole: E_________ for e_________
  
  • Example: “w_________ w_________ would not have room for the books. Jn 21:25
• Irony: Expressing something in a s_________ way which conveys its o_________.
  
  • Example: “Shout louder, surely he is a god” 1 Ki 18:24

Answer 50

Common Figures of Speech in the Bible

• Hyperbole: Exaggeration** for **emphasis
  
  • Example: “whole** **world would not have room for the books. Jn 21:25
• Irony: Expressing something in a sarcastic** way which conveys its **opposite
  
  • Example: “Shout louder, surely he is a god” 1 Ki 18:24

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Question 51

Common Figures of Speech in the Bible

• Merism: a s_________ where two c_________ i_________ (extremes or opposites) are used to represent the w_________
  
  • Example: “You know when I s_________ and when I r_________ (i.e. all that I do) Ps 139:2

Answer 51

Common Figures of Speech in the Bible

• Merism: a substitution** where two **contrasting** **images** (extremes or opposites) are used to represent the **whole.
  
  • Example: “You know when I sit** and when I **rise (i.e. all that I do) Ps 139:2

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Question 52

Special Rule of Interpretation #5 Symbols

Definition: A symbol is a w_________ or ph_________ which stands or represents s_________ e_________. Its purpose is to i_________ or make more c_________.

Examples: Jesus Christ - L________, L_________, R_________, Br_________

Be careful, a symbol can refer to m_______ t_________ o_________ person, etc.

Both S_________and C_________ are referred to as a lion.

Answer 52

Special Rule of Interpretation #5 Symbols

Definition: A symbol is a word** or **phrase** which stands or represents **something else**. Its purpose is to **illustrate** or make more **clear.

Examples: Jesus Christ - Lamb,** **Lion,** **Rock,** **Branch

Be careful, a symbol can refer to more than one person, etc.

Both Satan** and **Christ are referred to as a lion.

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Question 53

Special Rule of Interpretation #6 Typology (“Types”)

Definition: A type is an OT p______, e______, pr______, or f______ of a NT p______ or e______.

The OT t______ is fulfilled in its NT a______-t______.

For examples : A______ is an imperect typf of man prefiguring C______ as perfect man.

Answer 53

Special Rule of Interpretation #6 Typology (“Types”)

Definition: A type is an OT pattern**, **example**, **prefiguring**, or **foreshadowing** of a NT **person** or **event.

The OT type** is fulfilled in its NT **anti-type.

For examples : Adam** is an imperect typf of man prefiguring **Christ as perfect man.

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Question 54

Special Rule of Interpretation #7 Prophecy

Why study prophecy?

1. Because __% of the Bible was prophecy when written.
2. Prophecy demonstrates the f___________, s__________, and s__________ p____ of God
3. Prophecy encourages believer to have h___.
4. Prophecy p_______and m________believers to godly l______
5. Prophecy reveals God’s eternal p___ and p______.

Answer 54

Special Rule of Interpretation #7 Prophecy

Why study prophecy?

1. Because 25% of the Bible was prophecy when written.
2. Prophecy demonstrates the faithfulness**, **sovereignty**, and **supernatural power of God
3. Prophecy encourages believer to have hope.
4. Prophecy purifies** and **motivates** believers to godly **living
5. Prophecy reveals God’s eternal plan** and **purpose.

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Question 55

Special Features of Biblical Prophecy

1. “F______“OT prophet or NT writer could not see that m______ y______ might separate two events.
2. Near a______ and far f______.
3. Partial f______ to date (p______).

Answer 55

Special Features of Biblical Prophecy

1. “Foreshortening**“-OT prophet or NT writer could not see that **many** **years might separate two events.
2. Near application** and far **fullfillment
3. Partial fullfillment** to date (**progressive)

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Question 56

Special Rule of Interpretation #8 Use of the Old Testament in the New

The use of the OT in the NT shows the u______ of S______ and that it will not c______ i______.

1. Over three hundred separate quotations of the O______ T______ in the N______ T______.
2. OT and NT have the same d______ a______.
3. Understanding of O______ T______ is indispensable to understanding the N______ T______ .
4. NT writier knew the OT t______ and recognized the a______ of the OT as G______ W______.

Answer 56

Special Rule of Interpretation #8 Use of the Old Testament in the New

The use of the OT in the NT shows the unity** of **Scripture** and that it will not **contradict** **i**t**self.

1. Over three hundred separate quotations of the Old Testament** in the **New** **Testament.
2. OT and NT have the same divine** **author.
3. Understanding of Old Testament** is indispensable to understanding the **New Testament.
4. NT writier knew the OT thoroughly** and recognized the **authority** of the OT as **God’s** **Word

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Question 57

How the NT uses the OT

• With an i______ f ______.

“It is w______” Mt 4:6 “To f______” Mt 1:22 “ “The Scripture says” Ro 4:3

• By c______ several OT p______.

2 Cor 6:16-16 Mt 22:34-40

• By v______ the w______ of the OT passage

Ro 15:12

Answer 57

How the NT uses the OT

• With an introductory** **formula

“It is written”** Mt 4:6 “To **fulfill** Mt 1:22 “ “**The** **Scripture** **says” Ro 4:3

• By combining** several OT **passages.

2 Cor 6:16-16 Mt 22:34-40

• By varying** the **wording of the OT passage

Ro 15:12

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Question 58

Purpose of NT quoting the OT

1. To f______ OT pr______ pr______
2. To c______ an OT principal or truth
3. To i______ or a______ an OT principal or truth
4. To s______ an OT principal or truth
5. To use OT w______ for e______

Answer 58

Purpose of NT quoting the OT

1. To fulfill** OT **predictive** **prophecy
2. To confirm an OT principal or truth
3. To illustrate** or **apply an OT principal or truth
4. To summarize an OT principal or truth
5. To use OT wordng** for **emphasis

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Question 59

Interpretive Dangers

There are three primary dangers whichmust be avoided at the interpretation stage:

1. An i______ interpretation-Occurs whenwe fail to interpret a______ the text.
2. An e______ interpretation-Occurs when we read something m______ into the text which i______ t______.
3. An i______ interpretation-Occurs when we reach the w______ meaning and conclusion because of:
   
   • Lack of d______ s______
   • failure to o______ p______
   • failure to rely on the teaching ministryof the H______ S______.

Answer 59

Interpretive Dangers

1. There are three primary dangers whichmust be avoided at the interpretation stage:
2. An incomplete interpretation-Occurs whenwe fail to interpret all the text.
3. An exaggerated interpretation-Occurs when we read something more into the text which isn’t there.
4. An inaccurate** interpretation-Occurs when we reach the **wrong meaning and conclusion because of:

• Lack of diligent** **study
• failure to observe** **properly
• failure to rely on the teaching ministryof the Holy** **Spirit

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Question 60

Step Three is Apply the Text

Key Questions

• W______ shall I do?
• How does this w______?
• How can I put this into pr______?

Answer 60

Step Three is Apply the Text

Key Questions

• What shall I do?
• How does this work?
• How can I put this into practice?

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Question 61

Rules for Effective Application Part 1

State the t______ of a passage in the form of a t______ pr______ or t______ which is:

• r______ to your or your church’s n______ t______.
• c______ with G______ W______
• g______, but clear enough to be s______ f______

Answer 61

Rules for Effective Application Part 1

State the teaching** of a passage in the form of a **timeless** **principle** or **truth which is:

• relevant** to your or your church’s **needs** **today
• consistent** with **God’s** **Word
• general**, but clear enough to be **specifically** **followed

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Question 62

Rules for Effective Application Part 2

Examine the application teaching inview of how it can be u______ or pr______ for your relationships. How does this apply to:

• God, Satan myself, my family
• other Christians, non-Christians
• my work or school, goverment, society

Answer 62

Rules for Effective Application Part 2

Examine the application teaching inview of how it can be useful** or **profitable for your relationships. How does this apply to:

• God, Satan myself, my family
• other Christians, non-Christians
• my work or school, goverment, society

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Question 63

Rules for Effective Application Part 3

Ask yourself the following questions. In this passage is there:

• A pr______ to apply
• A c______ to obey
• A s______ to confess and forsake (repent of)
• A h______ to start or stop
• A pr______ to claim
• An e______ to follow

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Answer 63

Rules for Effective Application Part 3

Ask yourself the following questions. In this passage is there:

• A principle to apply
• A command to obey
• A sin to confess and forsake (repent of)
• A habit to start or stop
• A promise to claim
• An example to follow

continued next slide

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Question 64

Rules for Effective Application Part 3

Continued from previous slide

Ask yourself the following questions. In this passage is there:

• An a______ to release to God
• A s______ a______ to take
• A c______ to meet
• A p______ to forgive
• A d______ or error to avoid
• A c______ to make in my character, conduct or conversation

Answer 64

Rules for Effective Application Part 3

Continued from previous slide

Ask yourself the following questions. In this passage is there:

• An area to release to God
• A specific** **action to take
• A condition to meet
• A person to forgive
• A danger or error to avoid
• A change to make in my character, conduct or conversation

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Question 65

Rules for Effective Application Part 4

Put the application into practice depending on the p______ of the indwelling H______ S______.

Answer 65

Rules for Effective Application Part 4

Put the application into practice depending on the power** of the indwelling **Holy** **Spirit

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Question 66

Goal of Application: Obedience

Application’s goal is l______ c______ . Bringing my

• a______
• a______
• b______ and
• v______

into conformity to G______ W______.

So that I and the people I teach can become more like J______ C______.

Answer 66

Goal of Application: Obedience

Application’s goal is life** **change. Bringing my

• attitudes
• actions
• beliefs and
• values

into conformity to God’s** **Word

So that I and the people I teach can become more like Jesus** **Christ.

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