The International Society for Biblical Hermeneutics
Developing and Promoting Grammatical-Historicism
Commonly Asked Questions
What is biblical hermeneutics?
Hermeneutics is the study of interpretation; biblical hermeneutics is the study of Bible interpretation.
There have been countless proposed methods for interpreting the Bible. The International Society for Biblical Hermeneutics advocates the grammatical-historical method.
Grammatical-historical hermeneutics essentially seeks to understand and accept the plain meaning of the original text of Scripture in its original context. This approach to the Bible begins with an affirmation of the verbal-plenary inspiration, inerrancy, and infallibility of the Word of God and results in coherent, cohesive, and consistent interpretation.
What is dispensationalism?
In short, dispensationalism is a school of thought that results from reading the Bible plainly and therefore recognizes a distinction between Israel and the Church and sees the glory of God as the main purpose of history. For a longer description of what we believe, see our doctrinal statement.
What does the International Society for Biblical Hermeneutics do?
The International Society for Biblical Hermeneutics develops and promotes grammatical-historical hermeneutics by serving as a hub to organize dispensational research and teaching in a way that is beneficial to modern international audiences. Activities include symposiums, conferences, and webinars, as well as interviews and publishing.
For more information about how we operate, see the ISBH Constitution.
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Recent Conferences
ISBH hosts webinars, conferences, and symposiums on current theological issues of significance.
If you would like to host an ISBH conference or speaker, please reach us on the contact page.
Creationism Today - Speakers with an array of specializations come from a young earth creationist perspective to discuss research in their areas.
Webinar on Hell - A webinar that was streamed 11 March 2023. Speakers clarify biblical teachings on key points related to hell from a grammatical-historical perspective.
Responding to Strawman Arguments -
A webinar that was streamed on 16 July 2022. Speakers respond to strawman arguments (arguments that misrepresent the opposition) that are made against dispensationalism.
International team of experts
If you have an organization that could benefit from having an ISBH speaker or conference, then we would love to hear from you. Currently, most of ISBH’s efforts are in Europe, but our members are active elsewhere as well. You can request a speaker through the button below, or start a conversation with us through the contact page.
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Recent Talks
ISBH hosts interviews, expositions, and graceful debates for the edification of the Body of Christ.
Recent Talks
