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Author Masciale has devised and here presents a remarkable, systematic exploration of biblical writings, using techniques he has deliberately developed and refined. He took on this self-assigned challenge while completing a class in seminary. Researching the required information prompted him to broaden his efforts, using computer capabilities to identify and quantify terms and concepts found in the Holy Bible. References to several Bible versions, including the English Standard, Holman Christian Standard, New American Standard, New International, King James, and Revised Standard, are diligently noted in the array of data.
The author's task was vast and complex, since, as he notes, a computer search for the word "Lord" will not be inclusive. One will find even more substantiation by searching "the Lord's" and other word combinations. Too, Masciale's methodology reveals that the word "Christ" may or may not be found in conjunction with "Jesus," with proofs meticulously offered. Once having collected the data he sought, Masciale created extensive grids showing the precise scriptural location of words and phrases, along with numerical information such as how often each term is found. The data presented includes an abundance of scriptural words and phrases from both the Old and New Testaments.
Masciale, who holds a bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering and a master's in theological studies, emphasizes his wish that readers will "let the Bible speak for itself" as he has done, demonstrating well-developed computer technologies and a dedication to Christian writings. Throughout, the word "Lord" predominates in the research presented and, with the many other terms and biblical quotations needed to fully encapsulate this primary theme, offers impetus for further investigation among biblical students and devout readers. Masciale's charts, listings and rational support for each of his chosen topics will doubtless prompt others to utilize his inventive methodology to explore scripture in its most refined detail.