The science of sacred interpretation (Hermeneutics) is extremely important in learning how to go to heaven and live in a way that pleases God. It is also important for churches to understand principles of interpretation to avoid becoming like the world, or radical and detached from their communities. Understanding culture and customs also helps us apply Bible texts to our culture.

Here are Wendell Winkler’s suggested books in these areas:

Hermeneutics

  • D.R. Duncan, Hermeneutics.
  • F.W. Farrar, History of Interpretation, 1961.
  • B. Ramm, Protestant Biblical Interpretation, 1956.
  • M.S. Terry, Biblical Hermeneutics, 1961.
  • A. B. Micklesen, Interpreting the Bible, 1963.
  • J.D. Thomas, We Be Brethren, 1958.
  • J.D. Thomas, Heaven’s Windows, 1975. (Sequel to We Be Brethren.)
  • M.C. Tenney, Galatians.

Biblical Backgrounds

  • Wiseman, D. J., People of Old Testament Times, Oxford.
  • F. F. Bruce, Israel and the Nations.
  • Malherbe, A. J., The World of the New Testament