... The Division of the Chapters to be altered,either not at all, or as little as may be, ifnecessity so require.(6) No marginal notes at all to be affixed, butonly for the explanation of the Hebrew or GreekWords, which cannot without some circumlocution, sobriefly and fitly be express ... , tobe consider'd of seriously and judiciously, for hisMajesty is very careful in this Point.(10) If any Company, upon the Review of the Book sosent, doubt or differ upon any Place, to send themWord thereof; note the Place, and withal send theReasons, to which if they consent ... a dedication to King Jame...

• Word Count: 1976
• Approx Pages: 8
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: Undergraduate

... and scripture readings from the familiar Biblical text. After turning in my red and white attendance sheet, I exited the peaceful, spiritual setting and plunged into the unfamiliar schedule of textbooks, notes, and lectures. I quietly chose a seat in the Science building, trying to ignore my fluttering stomach. Professor Jenny Jenkins entered the classroom with the normal array of teaching materials such ... as lecture notes, a few overheads, and some markers for the board, but she also carried an uncommon book for the classroom setting, a Bible. Her calm voice resonated through the air...

• Word Count: 1779
• Approx Pages: 7
• Has Bibliography
• Grade Level: Undergraduate

... All scripture should be taken literally unless the context clearly indicates otherwise. Historical Context Historical context includes the occasion and purpose for writing the book and the social, cultural and political background and geography of the human author and original audience. Understanding the historical context aids in understanding the ... meant when it was written. Interpretation is demanded because of the "tension" between the Bible's eternal relevance and its historical setting. Every Biblical book is conditioned by the language, time and culture in which it was written....

• Word Count: 3130
• Approx Pages: 13
• Grade Level: Undergraduate