CSAP 527: Hermeneutics & Bible Study Methods (Russell) [Audio]

Dr. Walt Russell gives an in-depth look at biblical hermeneutics. He explains various principles that should be applied to certain biblical genres and phenomena and thoroughly exegetes a handful of passages. Additionally, Russell analyzes some of the presuppositions that affect a reader's interpretation of the Bible.

Interperating a Passage / Walter Russell

Dr. Walt Russell applies the exegetical principles covered in class to Luke 4.

12-08
44:48

Application of Hermeneutics / Walter Russell

Dr. Walt Russell explains how to use proper interpretation to draw relevant applications from Scripture.

12-06
45:01

The Book of Revelation / Walter Russell

Dr. Walt Russell explains exegetical principles for understanding the book of Revelation, then facilitates a debate on Revelation 3:20.

12-01
49:29

The Genre of the Epistles, Part 2 / Walter Russell

Dr. Walt Russell applies the exegetical principles covered in class to Ephesians 4.

11-29
01:14:20

The Genre of the Epistles, Part 1 / Walter Russell

Dr. Walt Russell explains exegetical principles for understanding the epistles.

11-22
01:02:43

The Book of Acts / Walter Russell

Dr. Walt Russell explains exegetical principles for understanding the book of Acts.

11-17
01:02:58

Interpretation of the Parables / Walter Russell

Dr. Walt Russell explains exegetical principles for understanding parables.

11-15
58:35

The Genre of the New Testament and Gospels / Walter Russell

Dr. Walt Russell explains exegetical principles for understanding the New Testament gospels.

11-10
59:15

The Genre of Wisdom Literature / Walter Russell

Dr. Walt Russell explains exegetical principles for understanding wisdom literature.

11-08
01:07:09

The Genre and Categories of Psalms / Walter Russell

Dr. Walt Russell explains exegetical principles for understanding Psalms. He emphasizes the emotional depth that the Psalms bring to Christianity.

11-03
01:04:47

The Genre of Prophecy / Walter Russell

Dr. Walt Russell explains exegetical principles for understanding prophecy.

11-01
01:05:03

The Importance of Genre in Biblical Interpretation, Part 3 / Walter Russell

Dr. Walt Russell walks through the progression of redemptive history from Old Testament to New. As he goes, Russell addresses common misunderstandings about Scripture throughout the Biblical timeline.

10-27
01:01:48

The Importance of Genre in Biblical Interpretation, Part 2 / Walter Russell

Dr. Walt Russell emphasizes the importance of developing informed intuitions about any kind of literature, but specifically the Biblical texts. Russell also explains the great value that historical context plays in becoming informed readers.

10-25
01:08:05

The Importance of Genre in Biblical Interpretation, Part 1 / Walter Russell

Dr. Walt Russell explains the importance and benefit of using genre-based hermeneutics. He also emphasizes that the genres can be known by anyone and that they are not "secret codes" to be cracked.

10-18
01:04:30

Poetry in the Bible / Walter Russell

Dr. Walt Russell explains the key principles to understanding biblical poetry. He examines various pieces of Old Testament poetry.

10-13
01:08:44

The Importance of the Proper Definition of Words / Walter Russell

Dr. Walt Russell explains the significance of properly defining words in biblical interpretation and exegesis.

10-11
01:13:06

Theological Systems Influence on Interpretation / Walter Russell

Dr. Walt Russell teaches that the preconceptions we bring to Scripture will inevitably change the way that we read our Bibles. He explains how a Christian's theological system should interface with Scripture in order to interpret the text well.

10-06
01:16:42

Interpretation of Romans 8:1-11 / Walter Russell

Dr. Walt Russell explains genre-based hermeneutics. He applies the principles gained through the class to analyze Romans 8:1-11.

10-04
01:10:46

Interpretation of Romans 7, Part 2 & 12 Steps of Exegesis / Walter Russell

Dr. Walt Russell continues to examine Romans 7. He emphasizes the importance of the text for interpretation.

09-29
01:04:34

Interpretation of Romans 7, Part 1 / Walter Russell

Dr. Walt Russell examines Romans 7 with an approach that is sensitive to the role of the audience.

09-27
01:05:10

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