Publisher's Synopsis
The Bible in the Church is a book written by Brooke Foss Westcott, an English bishop and theologian, that explores the role of the Bible in the Christian church. The book is divided into two parts, with the first part examining the history of the Bible's place in the church and the second part discussing its interpretation and use.In the first part, Westcott traces the development of the canon of scripture and its use in the early church. He also examines the role of scripture in the Protestant Reformation and the various ways in which different Christian denominations have approached the Bible throughout history.The second part of the book focuses on the interpretation and use of the Bible in the modern church. Westcott argues that the Bible should be read and interpreted in its historical and cultural context, and that it should be studied with an awareness of the various literary genres and styles it contains. He also discusses the importance of using reason and critical thinking in interpreting the Bible, while also acknowledging the role of faith and tradition in shaping Christian beliefs.Overall, The Bible in the Church is a thoughtful and insightful exploration of the Bible's place in the Christian faith, and its enduring relevance to believers today.1905. A popular account of the collection and reception of the Holy Scriptures in the Christian Churches. Contents: The Bible of the Apostolic Age; The Growth of the New Testament; The Apostolic Fathers; The Age of the Apologists; The First Christian Bible; The Bible Proscribed and Restored; The Age of Jerome and Augustine; The Bible of the Middle Ages in the West; The Bible of the Middle Ages in the East; and The Bible in the Sixteenth Century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
