What is the difference between a literal and a literalist reading of the Bible?
Literal approach is what the author intended to convey. Literalist approach ignores various literary forms and the cultural and historical factors of the period in which the biblical authors wrote.
What is inspiration and inerrancy?
INTRODUCTION. The inspiration and inerrancy of Sacred Scripture are important doctrines long held by the Catholic Church and a consequence of its understanding of divine revelation. They have also been subject of doctrinal development in the last century and a half.
Where can I find cross-reference data for the Bible?
This data draws primarily from public-domain sources, especially the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, which provides most of the data. It also includes data (to seed the initial votes) from my Topical Bible and Twitter Bible Search. I created this experiment because it was hard to find Bible cross-reference data on the web.
What is the NIV Study Bible cross-reference system?
The 1985 edition of the NIV Study Bible says this: “The cross-reference system, developed over many years by June Gunden, John R. Kohlenberger III (OT) and Donald H. Madvig (NT), can be used to explore concepts, as well as specific words.” Pages xvi and xvii in my 2000 edition of the NIV Study Bible explain how the cross-reference system works.
How do I use the cross references section?
The Cross References guide section provides references to other passages related to the reference you’ve entered. It is included in the Passage Guide by default and can be added to an Exegetical Guide or a Sermon Starter Guide. As with all Guide sections in Logos, the section can also be opened as a stand-alone Guide.
Why do I see references in the NIV Bible?
The references you see in your NIV Bible originated with the NIV’s editors, on the basis of the obvious reference in the text itself or a reasonable association between a text or theological concept seen in two separate verses. These references are one of many helpful tools that can help you to understand the text.