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TOPIC: Torrey, R A - How to Study the Bible (Other Topics in this Collection)
SUBJECT: 3 - Biographical Study
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BIOGRAPHICAL STUDY
1. It is really a special form of topical study.
2. Method.
2.1 Collect all passages in the Bible which the person is mentioned.
2.2 Analyze the character of the person.
2.3 Note the elements of power and success.
2.4 Note the elements of weakness and failure.
2.5 Note the difficulties overcome.
2.6 Note the helps to success.
2.7 Note the privileges abused.
2.8 Note the opportunities neglected.
2.9 Note the opportunities improved.
2.10 Note the mistakes made.
2.11 Note the perils avoided.
2.12 Make a sketch of the life in hand, i.e., vivid, realistic, etc.
2.13 Summarize the lessons we should learn from the story of this person's life.
2.14 Note the person in hand in his relationship to Jesus.