Augustine's Interpretation of John's Prologue: A Theology of God's Word

Biblical scholars and theologians who wish to distance themselves from the methodological trappings of modern biblical scholarship and retrieve a theologically informed interpretation of Scripture are increasingly turning to patristic practitioners of biblical exegesis such as Augustine. Augustine s...

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Main Author: Michielin, Maico (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: Sage Publ. 2010
In: Theology today
Year: 2010, Volume: 67, Issue: 3, Pages: 299-307
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