Dei Verbum and Catholic reading of Scripture
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Dei Verbum explains divine revelation, Scripture and tradition, and the place of the Bible in the Church's teaching and prayer.
Historical context
The constitution connects theological claims about inspiration with attention to literary forms and historical circumstances in interpretation.
Key points
- Scripture and tradition are discussed together in handing on revelation.
- Readers are urged to consider literary genres and the intentions of the sacred writers.
- The council encourages access to Scripture, translation, study, and prayerful reading.
People
- Paul VI
- Council fathers
Sources and further reading
- Dei Verbum
Teaching on transmission, interpretation, translation, and reading.