Revelation Geisler Analysis

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Revelation involves “the unveiling of truth, illumination the understanding; but inspiration as such involves neither” (Geisler, 18). People have many different views on revelation but, the author has a very distinct view, and I have a view toward revelation. The author believes that inspiration is a key factor to what makes revelation what it is. “The inspiration which brings a written revelation to men is not in itself a guarantee that they will understand it. Illumination of the mind and heart is necessary” (Geisler, 18). The author explains no matter how you state the revelation men will not always understand, but with the mind and heart working together there is a possibility for better understanding. For example, in Kings 8:26 and 2