Sound Ancient Antiochene Hermeneutic Rules
It is
extremely important to follow proper interpretation rules. We follow the Seven Ancient Antiochene Rules of Interpretation which could
be outlined as follows:
1-Pray (Always ask God to show you what He
would have you know before study)
2-Consider the Context (This means
understanding the near & far context, context controls the meaning of the
text)
3-Understand Words (This means the
language you are using and the Greek & Hebrew words)
4-Understanding Grammar (Understanding
similes, metaphors, allegories and figures of speech – hyperboles)
5-Grasping the Authors Intention (Do not
read your personal meaning into the text, let the authors meaning stand)
6-Studying the Background (Understanding
the contemporary political, language, art, scientific understandings and other
things going on during the time the letter was written.)
7-Interprepting Scripture with Scripture
(Letting the Bible interpret itself…so to
speak. Understanding typology.)
Proper
Christian living comes through proper Christian study. It is the goal of the true Christian
to develop the “Mind of Christ”. The true Christian has been given the gift of
the Holy Spirit, the Divine Spiritual
Implant. This special helper begins to lead, guide, direct and protect the
Christian student into Christian Maturity.
Our attitude
toward the Scriptures (the Christian Bible) governs our conceptions and
conclusions. We hold to Sola Scriptura (the Bible Alone).
Our teachings do not allow for additions or subtractions from God’s word. All
of our biblical doctrine must be found in Scripture and taught from
Scripture. Having stated that, we also
recognize the importance of understanding other things such as the Seven Rules
of Biblical Interpretation which help substantiate additional facts.
Our most
important evidence is transformed human lives. Those who have studied here and become regenerated
children of God are the bright lights
of this planet. True Christianity is not a religion; it is a way of life. True
Christianity is a healthy relationship with God, Divine Intelligence.
I hope that
these thoughts help you gain a deeper respect of God, His Word and the
importance of properly understanding it all. May God continue to richly bless
you with proper doctrine and proper living.
Always in the presence of my Lord and
Savior, Jesus Christ,
Eric William
King (June 14th 2018)
Also read: Know Church History
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