• The Exegetical Process

    The Exegetical Process
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    Price: $26.99

    ISBN: 9780825449161

    Edition: August 19, 2025

    Pages: 272

    Dimensions: 6 x 9 (inch.)

    Publication date: August 19, 2025

    Format: Paperback

    Imprint: Kregel Academic

    Category: Biblical Studies

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    The Exegetical Process

    How to Write a New Testament Exegesis Paper Step by Step

    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 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:



    • understanding the literary and historical context of a passage

    • discerning the priority of the passage through sentence structure

    • isolating and exploring 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 Scripture. By reading this book, you will be equipped to do both for any passage in the Bible.
      Author: Aida Besancon Spencer
      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.