Hermeneutics as a Theory of Understanding
Overview
Walk with Petr Pokorný in and around his beloved field of hermeneutics as he explores a number of basic issues in understanding—from language in general, to the interpretation of the Bible in particular. Pokorný first addresses the world of language, showing the importance of understanding language thoroughly in terms of its vocabulary, syntax, and pragmatics, while keeping a keen eye open for metaphor and myth. Next he focuses on text, examining its graphic character, its misuse, and its silence—or its inability to answer questions posed to it. The third stop on Pokorný’s tour—methods of interpretation—looks at translation, rhetorical criticism, and historical methodologies of interpretation. In the final segment of his hermeneutical journey, Pokorný examines the nature of interpretation itself, celebrating especially its capacity to bridge the gap—or even the abyss—that divides the world of the text and the lived world of the reader, creating a dialogue between the two that can overcome the silence of the written word.
In the Logos edition, this volume is enhanced by amazing functionality. Important terms link to dictionaries, encyclopedias, and a wealth of other resources in your digital library. Perform powerful searches to find exactly what you’re looking for. Take the discussion with you using tablet and mobile apps. With Logos Bible Software, the most efficient and comprehensive research tools are in one place, so you get the most out of your study.
For more works on hermeneutics, check out the Eerdmans Biblical Interpretation Collection (13 vols.)
- Title: Hermeneutics as a Theory of Understanding
- Author: Petr Pokorný
- Publisher: Eerdmans
- Print Publication Date: 2011
- Logos Release Date: 2014
- Pages: 224
- Era: era:Contemporary
- Language: English
- Resources: 1
- Format: Digital › Logos Research Edition
- Subjects: Bible › Hermeneutics; Hermeneutics › Religious aspects--Christianity
- ISBNs: 9780802827210, 0802827217
- Resource ID: LLS:HRMNTCSNDRSTNDN
- Resource Type: Monograph
- Metadata Last Updated: 2022-09-30T00:36:24Z