A Historiography of Hermeneutics: A Look at How the Story of Biblical Interpretation Has Been Told (original) (raw)

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The paper examines the historical narratives surrounding biblical interpretation, focusing on how different theological groups, particularly in the Western Christian tradition, have used historical legitimacy to support diverse interpretations of scripture. The discussion highlights the tension between inerrantists and those who view the Bible as a human product, and it delineates key terms like "inerrancy" and "infallibility." Through a historiographical lens, the work explores the evolution of these interpretative battles over time, emphasizing that the understanding of scripture's authority has been shaped by cultural and scholarly shifts.