Foundational Question of Biblical Authority

The discussion explores the essential question of what biblical authority entails and how it operates. It emphasizes the necessity of understanding the culture and literary styles of the authors within the Ancient Near East to properly interpret scripture. This cultural context serves as a vital exegetical tool that informs how authority is conceived and articulated in biblical texts. By examining the authors' intentions and the information they intended to convey, a clearer understanding of scriptural authority can be achieved.