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Title: Greek for the Rest of Us by William D. Mounce ISBN: 0-310-23485-9 Publisher: Zondervan Pub. Date: 01 May, 2003 Format: Hardcover Volumes: 1 List Price(USD): $34.99 |
Average Customer Rating: 5 (4 reviews)
Rating: 5
Summary: An Essential Resource for Pastors and Devoted Laypeople
Comment: In college and seminary, there was always a battle between those that learned the Biblical languages (Hebrew & Greek), seeing them as essential for in-depth Bible study, and those who - for various reasons - chose not to learn the languages and simply work from English translations claiming that was all one needed. This book serves as an excellent meeting point for both groups.
Let's face it, pastors - if you didn't go to school, or didn't learn the languages in school, or learned them and have forgotten them, it is almost impossible to learn them now that you are in full-time ministry. However, most of us would agree that knowing a little bit of the languages could only serve to improve our teaching and preaching! Well, this is the book for you.
Dr. Mounce has put together an incredible resource in this little book, Greek for the Rest of Us. The subtitle says it all: "Mastering Bible Study Without Mastering Biblical Languages." Reading this book will not make you an expert in Greek - it's not designed for that. Instead, Mounce has put together a resource that allows you to learn enough Greek to enhance your Bible study, taking beyond where you are at now. More than that though, he also provides several chapters showing the practical application of knowing a little Greek. These consist of ...
- "What are Translations?" A great chapter explaining the various thoughts and methods that go into a Bible translation. Here, all basic questions are answered, and you begin to learn why different translations use different words or phrases. The book equips you to help discern which is "best."
- "Phrasing - An Introduction to our Bible Study Method" / "Fine-tuning Phrasing." These two chapters are worth the price of the book. In them, Mounce teaches you to breakdown passages of Scripture into basic phrases, knowing how they relate to one another. The result is a clear understanding of the author's train of thought - i.e. knowing the Bible better! If one can read, understand, and master the method in these two chapters, he or she will greatly improve his to her ability to teach God's Word.
- "How to Use the Paper and Electronic Tools." Ever wonder what to do with all those concordances, dictionaries, and word study books? Mounce explains them along with a basic intro to the many software programs out there, helping you separate the wheat from the chaff, and learning how to utilize the many available resources out there.
- "What Are Word Studies?" One of the best explanations of the procedure and profit (and limitations!) of words studies and how they can add to your sermon/lesson preparation.
- "How to Read a Commentary." Mounce explains the differences in various kinds of commentaries and which will be best suited for you as a pastor (vs. you who are scholars!). He explains what commentaries can and cannot do, as well as when to listen and when to ignore what they say.
The grammar portion of the book is put together in short, manageable bites, which make it easy for self-study. Liberally sprinkled throughout are little insights and applications by the author. There are also many interesting modern photos from places Paul visited and signs with modern Greek on them. Included with the book is a very helpful cd-rom that has a 10-15 min. summary lectures for each chapter as well as printable charts and overheads.
I am a pastor who believes that at least some knowledge of the biblical languages is important for those called to shepherd God's flock, imparting his truth to his people. In order to understand the Bible at a depth that is required to pastor a church, some understanding of the Hebrew and Greek is essential. However, I am also a realist and know that few will take up the challenge of self-study (or seminary!) and learn "full Greek." For those that won't/can't, this book is essential reading. It will make you a better steward of the time you spend in your study and the pulpit, allowing you to serve and glorify God better!
Rating: 5
Summary: Basic Greek in order to better understand the Bible
Comment: Authoritatively and accessibly written by William D. Mounce (a professor of the New Testament at the University of Aberdeen), Greek For The Rest Of Us: Mastering Bible Study Without Mastering Biblical Languages is a straightforward guide to teaching oneself basic Greek in order to better understand the Bible, but without the necessity of investing many years and thousands of dollars in advanced college courses. Solid instructions for beginners in learning to recite the Greek alphabet, read basic words, comprehend the Greek noun and verbal systems, and more fill the pages of this excellent self-teaching resource which is especially commended to the non-specialist general reader seeking to better understand subtle differences in Scriptural translation. An accompanying CD-ROM features the author's class lectures in audio, with text and overheads.
Rating: 5
Summary: Biblical Greek exegesis for the non-scholar
Comment: Is it possible to engage in an in-depth word study of a New Testament passage without mastering the Greek language? Author William Mounce would answer that question in the affirmative and in his book "Greek for the Rest of Us" he proves his point. Many people know that with an Interlinear translation and a good concordance, Biblical Greek dictionary or similar tools they can see all the possible meanings of a particular word. However, just knowing the meaning of a particular one is only part of the puzzle of good Biblical exegesis. You also have to understand Greek syntax. It can make a big difference in the meaning of a passage to know whether something is an active or passive verb, a dependent clause or an independent clause, and whether words like "man" is inclusive of mankind or just "men". There are a lot of things to know when trying to understand a passage and the definitions of the words is only a small part of it.
The introductory material includes a section titled "What are translations?" that should be read by every serious student of the Bible. In it he points out the problems of translation, differences between literal and equivalent translations, problems of ambiguity, moving from implicit to explicit in order to fill out a passage, misunderstandings, sensitivity issues, and euphemisms. If you don't read Biblical Greek as a primary language and rely heavily on a translation of the Bible for your theology (as almost all of us do) then you have an obligation to at least understand these problems of translation.
The rest of the book deals primarily with understanding syntax and the significance and implications of whether a word is nominative, accusative, imperative, or dative form, active or passive, or whatever other form it might take. After reading through the book I would have to agree wholeheartedly with Mr. Mounce, you don't have to be able to speak and read Greek if you have an understanding of the language and the right tools. This is a very highly recommended book for anyone without the time to learn the Greek language but interested in deep scriptural study.
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Title: NIV English-Greek New Testament, The by William D. Mounce, Dr. William D Mounce ISBN: 0310203775 Publisher: Zondervan Pub. Date: 01 December, 2000 List Price(USD): $49.99 |
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Title: Basics of Biblical Greek Grammar by William D. Mounce ISBN: 0310250870 Publisher: Zondervan Pub. Date: August, 2003 List Price(USD): $41.99 |
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Title: Basics of Biblical Greek: Workbook by William D. Mounce ISBN: 0310250862 Publisher: Zondervan Pub. Date: August, 2003 List Price(USD): $21.99 |
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Title: Graded Reader of Biblical Greek, A by William D. Mounce ISBN: 0310205824 Publisher: Zondervan Pub. Date: 04 May, 1996 List Price(USD): $16.99 |
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Title: Morphology of Biblical Greek, The by William D. Mounce ISBN: 0310226368 Publisher: Zondervan Pub. Date: 21 December, 1994 List Price(USD): $34.99 |
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