Product ReviewsHow to Read the Bible for All Its Worth by Douglas K. Stuart and Gordon D. Fee (2003, Trade Paperback)

“How to Read the Bible for All It’s Worth” is a challenging and useful volume which helps one interpret God’s Word with new and deeper authenticity

I had the privilege of using this book as one of the textbooks for a college course on Hermeneutics. The students loved the book and so did I and I used it every other time that I taught the course. Thank you for allowing me to share this report. God bless all who experience the benefits of using such a tool! Thanks to the authors, Dr. Douglas Stuart and Dr. Gordon D. FeeRead full review...

Verified purchase:  Yes | Condition: pre-owned | Sold by: thrift.books

GREAT TOOL

this is an excellent study guide and should be read, first, by all bible readers. in it you find all the need information on how to interpret scripture. although at times you will find that you already have most of the tools needed; like common sense, which is compared to exegesis in this book. there is no need to buy anything else but what the author suggest. your level of exegesis will be upgrade with this tool along with all of your other interpreting skills. you will love it and all of the knowledge of the bible it helps you to understand.
this is the 3rd edition and is basically no different than edition 1 and 2. the most updated is volume this one, which is a benefit to young teens and anyone who does not use the K.J.V. that much. (which is an update from volume 2) chapter 2 in edition 3 has changed also. 3rd edition also says it will probably make room for a 4th edition. so no need to buy them all, but if you can not find 3 then get 2, if not 2 then get 1; for they all are good. while buying an older edition do not bend the bind or write in your book, because if you upgrade you can sell it on e-bay. its a wonderful, wonderful book.Read full review...

Would not recommend this book. Kay Arthur's Bible Study much better!

Originally bought this book because it was recommeded as a good book to teach you how to read the Bible. Chapter 2: The Basic Tool:A Good Translation, was very upsetting. There is no factual evidence of the B.C.Septuagint. Produce an authentic verse in Greek of the Old Testament, written before (A.D.70)the time of Christ, that any New Testament writer quoted after the birth of Christ. We need to demand evidence before accepting what the world gives us as truth. Lies that are repeated often as truth are eventually not questioned and those that do question these lies are ridiculed. What is the Greek Septuagint and when was it actually written? Are the Septuagint manuscripts Sinaiticus, Alexandrinus, Vaticanus, and others that were written more than a hundred years after the New Testament Canon was written? Please take time to at least compare these two translations the KJV vs NIV. Look up Acts 4:27, 1 Tim. 3:16; Acts 20:28 Luke2;33;John 3:13 and there are many other verses where the NIV omits or changes the meaning of a verse. To call the Septuagint the reliable Greek translation (pg, 37) and all the other statements that are unreliable concerning what makes a good translation leads to distrust in the rest of the book. Who is the author of deceit and confusion? Do you think it is from the Lord to have over 200 different translations? Which translation does not have a copywrite and therefore it is not about making money? Authorized King James Version. Do you really think a version that produces a gender neutral Bible is from God? Do I think God can use these other translations for good? yes. But I also believe that deceivers loves these translations that subvert the truth of the deity of Christ etc. In the NIV, 2 Timothy 3:2...it says"without love". In the KJV, 2 Timothy 3:2...it says "without natural affection"... Do those mean the same thing? Enough said. I skimmed through the rest of the book and there are much better books/Bible studies than this. The one that has helped me the most is Kay Arthur Bible studies where she teaches you to study precept upon precept. She teaches to slow down an look for the Who, what, where and when and many other great teaching tools. Learning the culture of Biblical times is also included. What is really the purpose of using words like hermeneutical & exegesis? Kay Arthur's teaching is down to earth and all about focusing on God's word. Even though she uses the NASB,which is not a translation I would recommend, I respect her and her teaching methods and I do not condemn anyone personally who chooses to use those translations. I just ask people to please be aware of the differences in the translations, especially when it omits or changes the meaning of the Bible that takes away from the truth.Read full review...

Understand the Bible in ways you might not think!

Although seemingly complex the book easily takes the reader through thought processes that help explain such basics as the need to interpret, using a good translation of the Bible, and different types of literature that make up the Bible. Whether you're new to reading the Bible or want further education and insight this book offers help to all who desire to better understand the Bible. Some wording may be complex to the Biblical neophyte but readily understandable if the reader keeps a dictionary close by. I highly recommend it.Read full review...

Helps to understand how to read the Bible

The information it contains is very helpful. Never bought a book online before very good shape.

Verified purchase:  Yes | Condition: pre-owned | Sold by: alibrisbooks

Not even close to the content of the book.

Totally missed the mark. Difficult read because the point it was trying to make didn't come until the end of each paragraph, etc., and then it wasn't sound biblically.

Verified purchase:  Yes | Condition: pre-owned | Sold by: thrift.books

Great Book

Great book! A textbook for my next course in Bible College.

Verified purchase:  Yes | Condition: pre-owned | Sold by: thrift.books

Excellent study!

The condition of the book was excellent!

The book is probably the best for an introduction to the subject at hand. Fully recommended!

Verified purchase:  Yes | Condition: pre-owned | Sold by: second.sale

great resource

like the book

Verified purchase:  Yes | Condition: pre-owned | Sold by: thrift.books

Splendid

I very much enjoy the special touch it has from its previous reader. Lots of GA note taking.

Verified purchase:  Yes | Condition: pre-owned | Sold by: thrift.books