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Interpretation Bible Study Skill - Coggle Diagram
Interpretation Bible Study Skill
Historical Context
Geographical setting
Historical facts
Extra-biblical
Biblical
Cultural background
Literary Context
What genre of literature is this?
Poetry?
Narrative?
Prophetic?
Apocalyptic?
What light does the immediate context shed on it?
Look at the preceding verses
Look at what follows the passage
Theological Context
What does the rest of the Bible say about this topic?
Does the author talk about this anywhere else in his writings?
Look for themes that run through the Old and New testament that intersect with this
What else in the Bible builds on or expands this topic
Linguistic Context
Syntax
Grammar
Look for transition words
Look for purpose and causal words
Rhetorical Considerations
Meaning of repeated / important words