The Bible is the written Word of God, and it is treasured by many. But it is also an ancient book about people and cultures very different than us. Thus, while we know we should read it, many of us have a hard time understanding the Bible.

In this expanded edition of Knowing Scripture, R.C. Sproul helps us dig out the meaning of Scripture for ourselves. The author says, "The theme of this book is not how to read the Bible but how to study the Bible." He presents in simple, basic terms a commonsense approach to studying Scripture and gives eleven practical guidelines for biblical interpretation and applying what we learn. With a minimum of technical jargon, Sproul tackles some of the knotty questions regarding differences of interpreting the Bible, including:

discovering the meanings of biblical words
understanding Hebrew poetry, proverbs and parables
approaching historical and didactic passages
being careful with predictive prophecy
discerning how culture conditions the Bible
choosing and using Bible translations, commentaries, Bible software and other helps

Now with a new preface, Knowing Scripture, is a basic book for both beginning Bible readers and experienced students of Scripture.

From R.C. Sproul

The Prince's Poison Cup

The Prayer of the Lord

Prayer

The Legacy of Luther

Foundations

Five Things Every Christian Needs to Grow

Building a Christian Conscience

Developing Christian Character

Dust To Glory

Book of Joshua

Book of Nehemiah

A Blueprint for Thinking

Battle for Our Minds

Basic Training

Reason to Believe

Knowing Christ

The Last Days According to Jesus

Knowing Scripture

Knowing Scripture

The Knight's Map

Getting the Gospel Right

Defending Your Faith

The Dark Side of Islam

Creation or Chaos

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