Hermeneutics: Updated Third Edition

by David Roberts Dungan, Bradley Cobb (Editor)

This is a classic work on interpreting the Bible. Since it first appeared in the late 1800s, it has been valued for its logical treatment and presentation of language, figures of speech, prophecy, and the correct method by which God wants His word interpreted (that is, in short, taking the whole of what the Bible says on a subject, and then basing our conclusions on that information).

We are proud to present, in this newly updated edition, Dungan's masterpiece for a new generation of modern readers.

"This new edition is easier to read, but without losing any of the depth, the instruction, and the wisdom that made the original so famous and useful. I highly recommend the Updated Third Edition to anyone who wants to better understand how to interpret the Bible."

344 pages, Kindle Edition

First published January 1, 1888

Reviews

[Doug Winder · Rating 5 out of 5]

I heard of this book and author when he was quoted in another book I was reading, Eric Lyons, "The Anvil Rings". I was curious so ordered the book. I was a math major in college mostly because I hated English. This book was a little bit of a challenge for me as it goes into grammar a bit during a few chapters, BUT Dungan does a great job and I learned a lot.
I would recommend this book to anyone who would like a great tool for better understanding God's word. It will be on a shelf near my desk for future use.
I read the "updated third edition" which was beneficial since the original was written in the late 1800's.

[Stanley · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is a classic text from the mature days of the Stone-Campbell movement. It was still a text when this reviewer went to a Christian College in the early 70's. The material and method are still relevant as it based upon common logical principles of interpation such as historical and writer context, how the phrase is used in context, who is speaking, whether the old law or new law is under consideration. While it may be a bit taxing for the young reader, it payed dividends for generations of preachers and teachers who sought to learn the scriptures. Similiar works of more modern times are J.D. Thomas' works and Logic and the Bible by Thomas B. Warren.