HOW TO DO A STUDY
Every disciple should know how to do a proper study of Thee Infallible, Holy Word of YAHWEH Elohim so they can teach Scripture correctly. Study this page and then do the exercises at -- dov-dexeg1.htm
The basic hermenuetical principle that everyone should adhere to with no variation to determine whether something is to be understood as symbolic or literal is:
"Take everything literally in context, unless the Scriptures say it is symbolic or unless it is physically impossible for it to be literal or to take place in a literal manner, with the exception of miracles."
Basic Study Principles
1. Determine who the message is being given to and why.
2. Determine if the message is to be understood as being literal or symbolic.
3. Determine the context (what is the subject).
4. Determine the dispensation and if the message is for us today.
5. Find as many passages dealing with the subject as you can.
6. Put together the message of all the passages to determine what is being said. All apparent contradictions must be resolved.
7. Give clear statements far more importance than unclear statements. Base the message of an unclear statement on a clear one and not vice-versa.
Example of an exegetical study