Glossary for Lessons 1-8
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ExegesisTheological term for the process of analyzing a Bible passage. It means literally to "lead out" the meaning. | |
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Full ValuePhrase used in this course to mean the total significance of a text, consisting of its original meaning, all its biblical elaborations, and all its legitimate applications | |
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GutenbergHe invented the printing press in the 15th century. | |
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HermeneuticsThe study of how to interpret the meaning and significance of Scripture | |
HexaplaA work (now lost) of over 50 volumes written by Origen of Alexandria, in which he made a word-by-word comparison of various Hebrew and Greek versions of the Old Testament | |
HumeScottish skeptic philosopher who believed that our emotions, desires and mental categories always influence our thinking | |
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IlluminationThe Holy Spirit’s work of conveying a proper understanding of Scripture to a human being | |
ImmutableWhen referring to God, it means He does not change in His being, perfection, and purposes. | |
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KantPhilosopher who proposed that all knowledge involves both objective perception and subjective processing through our mental concepts that already exist in our minds | |