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In this revised and expanded edition of Elements of Biblical Exegesis: A Basic Guide for Students and Ministers, Michael J. Gorman presents a straightforward approach to the complex task of biblical exegesis.

Designed for students, teachers, and ministers, this hands-on guide breaks the task down into seven distinct elements. For each of these, Gorman supplies a clear explanation, practical hints, and suggested exercises to help the reader develop exegetical proficiency. The new edition addresses more fully the meaning of theological interpretation and provides updated print and internet resources for those who want to pursue further study in any aspect of exegesis. Appendixes offer three sample exegesis papers and practical guidelines for writing a research exegesis paper.

“Exegesis” is not only a strange word, but it can also be a daunting assignment for the newcomer to formal biblical studies. Equally, teaching exegesis can challenge even the seasoned instructor. For both student and teacher, Michael Gorman is a dependable guide and patient companion along the way. My only question is: Where was Elements of Biblical Exegesis when I was a student?
—Joel B. Green, Professor of New Testament Interpretation, Fuller Theological Seminary

No one ever became an exegete by reading a book on exegesis. The gift of Michael Gorman''s book is that he knows that exegetes are born through practice, practice, and more practice. And he invites his readers into just the practice they need, providing them with a rich array of helps along the way. Beginners and improvers alike will benefit from this revised and expanded edition.
—Beverly Roberts Gaventa, Helen H.P. Manson Professor of New Testament Literature and Exegesis, Princeton Theological Seminary

Reviews

“First published in 2001, this widely used guide provides students, teachers, and ministers with a practical approach to biblical exegesis that is built on a strong theoretical foundation. This revised and expanded edition addresses more fully the meaning of theological interpretation that attends to the biblical text as a vehicle of divine revelation and address. Updated print and Internet resources are also provided.”
—Interpretation

“First appearing in 1994 under the title Texts and Contexts, this book was revised in 2001 under the present title and is now revised again and expanded. The need for revision and expansion in such a short period of time is evidence of the great and diverse strides that have been made in the field of biblical exegesis. Gorman states that the most important development has been the return to theological interpretation. While he carefully treats various aspects of both diachronic and synchronic approaches, theological interpretation is always in the back of his mind. This is clearly a guide to exegesis. The steps that comprise each approach are explained and elucidated by helpful tables. A step-by-step guideline for writing an exegetical paper as well as sample research papers are found at the end of the book. This is the kind of guide all serious biblical students should study.”
—The Bible Today

Michael J. Gorman is Professor of Sacred Scripture and Dean of the Ecumenical Institute of Theology, St. Mary''s Seminary and University, Baltimore.

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