The Exegetical Process
How to Write a New Testament Exegesis Paper Step-By-Step
Published on 23. October 2025
Book
Paperback/Softback
280 pages
978-0-8254-4916-1 (ISBN)
Description
How do I do exegesis? And where do I even begin? If you've ever found yourself asking these questions, then this book is for you. Written by the Senior Professor of New Testament at Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary, Aída Besançon Spencer, this step-by-step guide will provide a detailed description of the various steps required of the exegetical process, as well as the importance of each step along the way. These steps include:
The Exegetical Process is an invaluable resource for any who desire to faithfully interpret and apply Scriptures. By reading this book, you will be equipped to skillfully exegete and apply any passage in the Bible.
- Understanding the literary and historical context of a passage
- Discerning the priority of the passage through sentence structure
- Isolating and expanding on key words and phrases
- Applying the passage to our current context
The Exegetical Process is an invaluable resource for any who desire to faithfully interpret and apply Scriptures. By reading this book, you will be equipped to skillfully exegete and apply any passage in the Bible.
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Language
English
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Paperback (trade)
Unsewn / adhesive bound
Dimensions
Height: 228 mm
Width: 154 mm
Thickness: 18 mm
Weight
336 gr
ISBN-13
978-0-8254-4916-1 (9780825449161)
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Aida Besancon Spencer (PhD, Southern Baptist Theological Seminary) is Senior Professor of New Testament at Gordon Conwell Theological Seminary. Spencer has worked as a community organizer, social worker, minister, and educator in a wide variety of urban settings. Her other publications include 2 Corinthians in the Bible Study Commentary Series and Paul's Literary Style.