How do we recognize a standpoint?
nStandpoint
nWhat point of view does the author seem to wish the reader to adopt?
nFor example, for Òdeath as sleepÓ
nFrom perspective of those still living?
nFrom perspective of the one who has died?
nIs creation account to be read as though:
nWe are observing from outer space or from earthÕs surface?
nAddressed to scientists, theologians, or man in street?