Hermeneutics MidTerm Exam!! Flashcards

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syntax -

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Part of grammar that focuses on sentence structure and word order.(Example, how clauses function and relate to one another)

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connotative -

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The associations, emotions, and implications that a word may have beyond its literal interpretation

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translation -

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writing the meaning of a word, phrase, or clause in another language

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denotative -

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Literal interpretation of a word.

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clause

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part of a sentence that contains a subject and verb

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interjection

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a word or phrase that adds sudden feeling and/or emotion into the sentence which adds emphasis into the text

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finite verb

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main verb that agrees with the subject

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historiogrophy

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the study of how history is written and interpreted

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effective history

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history of interpretations that affect later readers

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hapax legomena -

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a word or phrase that appears only once within the hebrew bible, authors writing, or time era

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transliteration -

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the conversion of a word or phrase into another language in temrs of its pronunciation

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nominal clause -

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a group of words that function as the noun within the sentence

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phrase -

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a group of words that work together as a unit but do not have a subject and a verb

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intransitive verb -

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a verb that does not require a direct object

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noun -

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a word that names a person, place, thing, or idea

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transitive verb -

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a verb that requires a direct object

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grammar -

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the study of a languages structure and system

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semantic usage -

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how words or phrases are employed in everyday conversation and within a specific context

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Semantic domain -

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an interconnected unit/grouping of words based on an underlying semantic principle

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Semantic range -

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The various meanings, usages, and interpretations that a paticular word, phrase, or linguistic unit can have within a particular language.

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coordinating conjunction -

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words that connect words eqaul clauses and/or phrases together(phrases with phrases, similar words with words)

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verb -

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word that expresses action or state of being

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subbordinating conjunction -

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connects an independent clause with one or more dependent clauses

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predicate nominative -

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a noun or pronoun that names/identifies the subject of the sentence

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predicate adjective -

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adjective that modifies or describes the subject of the sentence

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predicate -

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declares what a subject does in a clause

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linking verb -

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a verb that connects the subject of a sentence with a word or phrase that describes or renames the subject(she is happy)

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etymology -

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the study of words through linguistic history

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determinite meaning -

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the nearly objective meaning that can be gained through textual evidence

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concordance

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shows where the word appears, and the context it is used

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lexicon

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tells what the word means

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morpheme -

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the meaningful sub-parts of a word

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conjunction -

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a word used to join words or groups of words

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direct object -

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receives the action of the verb directly

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indirect object -

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receives the direct object or benefits from the action in some way

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subject -

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the person, thing, or idea that the sentence is about…..the one doing the main verb

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verbal clause

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a group of words in a sentence that contain a verb but does not function as a verb(Running helps me stay healthy)

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verbal tense

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the form of a verb that indicates when an action happens(I eat, I ate, I will eat)

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infinitive

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the base form of a verb, usually preceded by the word “to.”(to swim)

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particle

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a small word that doesn’t fit into the usual categories of nouns, verbs, adjectives, or adverbs. Instead, it helps modify or add meaning to other words in a sentence (turn ON, give UP)

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object compliment -

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a word or phrase that follows and describes or renames the direct object of a verb(the word president in the phrase “They elected her president,”)

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semantics

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the study of word meaning

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primary usage

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the most common way a word is used

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phoneme

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units of sounds that define and distinguish word meanings

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phonology

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study of the structure of sound units within a word and language

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morphology

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study of the meaningful subunits of words and how they form words(“un” in unhappy)

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synonym

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a word that shares semantic overlap/meaning with another word(big and large)

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partial synonym -

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a word that shares some similarities in meaning with another word, but they may not be entirely interchangeable in every situation(big and huge)

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Figurative meaning of a term

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The non-literal, metaphorical meaning of a term

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literal meaning of a term

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what the word refers to or names in reality without referring to metaphorical or figurative senses

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Indeterminate meaning

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The precise meaning cannot be know by the textual evidence

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linguistics -

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the broader study of language as a whole, including its structure, development, and use in society.

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inerrant

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the biblical text has no errors

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infallible

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the biblical text will not lead you astray

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illumination

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the work of the Holy Spirit to help readers understand and interpret the biblical texts

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Inference

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a conclusion drawn based on evidence and reasoning

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inspiration

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the writings of the Bible were guided or influenced by God through the Holy Spirit to convey his revelation accurrately

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philology

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the study of language in written historical sources

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perspective

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The way someone sees or understands something.

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authoritative

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considered to be the ultimate source of truth and guidance. Contains the highest level of authority and power.

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mimesis 1

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event to memory

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memesis 2

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memory to text

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mimesis 3

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text to memory

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mimesis

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the process whereby an author mimics, represents, or expresses an experienced reality through a paticular medium

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authorially intended meaning

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the lesson the author wants the reader to learn

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sufficient

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contains all the information and guidance that people need for their faith and life.

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exegesis

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interpretation by drawing meaning out

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eisegesis

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interpretation by inserting outside meaning in

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historiogrophy

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the study of how history is written and interpreted

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deduction

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Understanding a book or part of a book by focusing on its big picture or general categories

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induction

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Understanding a book or part of a book by focusing on its details and particulars

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big question

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the problem or dilemma that the book is addressing

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special revelation

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specific and intentional communication from God through means like Scripture or personal experiences(such as dreams or visions)

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general revelation

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revelation from and about God which is available to everyone through the natural world and human conscience

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textual spine

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significant repetitions at the beginning and end of the book

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textual strings

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significant reppetitions within and throughout the book

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textual outline

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structured planand/or layout for a book’s main and supporting ideas.

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textual argument -

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the main point or message that the author is trying to convey through the text.

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main message

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The primary lesson that the author intends to convey that reesolves the big question

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reader response

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an interpretive approach that lets reader to define the meaning of the text being read

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surface structure of a text

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the way it looks on the surface—the actual words, sentences, and paragraphs that you can see and read.

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deep structure of a text

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underlying meaning or content that goes beyond the surface level. It’s like the hidden or implied meanings, themes, ideas, and intentions

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federal theology

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sees salvation history as structured around covenants between God and humans, leading to Christ as the fulfillment of these agreements.

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orthopraxy

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correct or proper action or behavior, specifically in the context of religious or cultural practices.

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synoptic gospels

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the books of Matthew, Mark, and Luke in the New Testament, which share similar content and structure, including accounts of Jesus’ life, teachings, and miracles.

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consolidation

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the process of combining or merging separate entities, into a single, unified entity.

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progressive revelation

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divine truths or spiritual understanding are revealed gradually over time, building upon earlier revelations or insights.

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historical theology

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the study of How Christian beliefs and practices have developed and evolved over time

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systematic theology

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The systematic organization of the core doctrines of a religious system into a coherent framework.

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biblical theology

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Theology based on how themes, ideas, and teachings develop throughout the Bible by looking at historical and literary context

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progressive covenantalism

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sees a progression in God’s covenants with humanity, highlighting the fulfillment of the covenants in Christ.

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new covenant theology

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the New Covenant in Christ as central, replacing and fulfilling the Old Covenant with a focus on New Testament teachings.

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progressive dispensationalism

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combines aspects of traditional dispensationalism with covenant theology, emphasizing continuity between the Old and New Testaments while recognizing different dispensations in God’s plan.

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dispensationalism

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divides history into distinct periods each with its own set of rules or responsibilities.

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covenant

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An agreement or contract, often used in religious contexts to describe God’s promises to humanity.

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covenant theology

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a theological framework that emphasizes the significance of covenants in understanding God’s relationship with humanity, particularly focusing on the covenants found in the Bible and their role in salvation history.

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orthodoxy

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Accepted or correct beliefs within a religious context.

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torah

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The first five books of the Hebrew Bible, also known as the Pentateuch.

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prophets

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People in religious traditions who convey divine messages or predictions.

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former prophets

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Historical books in the Hebrew Bible that focus on Israel’s early history.

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latter prophets

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Books in the Hebrew Bible containing prophetic messages from later periods.

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writings

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Books in the Hebrew Bible that include poetry, wisdom literature, and historical accounts.

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gospels

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The first four books of the New Testament, focusing on the life and teachings of Jesus.

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acts

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The book in the New Testament that narrates the early Christian church’s history.

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revelation

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The last book of the New Testament, also known as the Apocalypse, containing prophetic visions.

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epistles

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Letters written by apostles or early Christian leaders

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philosophical theology

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explores theological concepts through philosophical methods

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applied theology

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applies religious principles to real-world situations and issues

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pastoral theology

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branch of theology that focuses on the practical aspects of ministry and pastoral care

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