Eksegese is 'n spel

This article is devoted to a different understanding of exegesis. It is intended as a contribution to the ongoing South African debate. First of all the South African way of exegesis is discussed. It is interpreted and described as a typical Cartesian search for fixed foundations. Then Hans-Georg G...

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Main Author: JH le Roux
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Language:English
Published: University of the Free State 1996-06-01
Series:Acta Theologica
Online Access:https://journals.ufs.ac.za/index.php/at/article/view/6388
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