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Discourse Analysis and New Testament Studies: A Critical Appraisal

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Author: Eric Fields

Year: 2021

Track(s):
  • Theory & Practice

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Abstract

This paper surveys Discourse Analysis (DA) as a methodology for studying NT texts. Eight approaches that have emerged as most influential in NT Studies are presented and compared. The paper concludes with pointers to new models of DA enriched by insights from cognitive linguistics.

About the Author

SIL Niger

I am an SIL translator with the *Makori translation project in Niger, W. Africa. I live in the Dallas area, working remotely. I am a global thinker, and I enjoy looking at language and cognition. My interest in Discourse Analysis lies at the intersection of Biblical Studies, Biblical Languages, and Linguistics.