This article is a discussion of general theory and practice of Bible translation and related subjects like hermeneutics or theory of interpretation, linguistics, and transculturation.

The work of Friedrich Schleiermacher, Wilhelm Dilthey, and Hans-Georg Gadamer introduced elements of subjectivity and relativism into the discussion of the theory of interpretation (hermeneutics). This essay wants to describe and comment on some of these issues of hermeneutics that need some honest confrontation.

The relationship of structure to meaning is to be recognized as important in any theory of interpretation. This paper reflects on the use of structure in Genesis 1-Genesis 11 to determine the purpose of the passage.

In this part of a series of three articles, Nicole continues to answer the views of J.D.G. Dunn on the inspiration and authority of Scripture. The author provides a summary of the practical impact of Dunn’s view of inspiration on his theory of interpretation and his conception of authority.