Collett, Don C., 1963-

Figural reading and the Old Testament : theology and practice / Don C. Collett. - x, 194 pages ; 23 cm

Includes bibliographical references (pages 167-180) and indexes.

Introduction: A world well lost : The eclipse of Old Testament consciousness -- Biblical models for figural reading -- Figural reading and scripture's literal sense -- Figural reading, metaphor, and theological exegesis -- Figural reading and modernity

"Examines the tension between figural and literal modes of exegesis and offers theological readings of several significant Old Testament passages"--

9781540960764

2019031837


Bible.--Old Testament--Hermeneutics.
Bible.--Old Testament--Criticism, interpretation, etc.

BS476.C576 2020 / 17011

221.601