Though the Psalms are perhaps the most familiar portion of the Hebrew Bible- they are also among the most difficult to interpret. This guide helps readers study and interpret the Psalms. Bullock begins by exploring the nature- structure- and authorship of the Psalter. He examines the use of Psalms in worship- shows how psalmists used historical reflection to serve their theological purposes- an…
Offering an introduction to the book of Isaiah- this book presents the prophet's overarching themes and sweeping issues while including copious details that round out a study of the man and his work. It is useful to students of the Bible.
Although the Book of Hebrews "is not exactly what most of us would regard as a user-friendly book-" notes Donald Hagner- "Hebrews has always been popular among Christians." "Encountering the Book of Hebrews" was written to help students more fully appreciate the complexities of this favorite section of Scripture. Hagner begins by exploring introductory issues (e.g.- historical backgrounds- auth…
An introduction to the Book of Genesis which examines introductory issues- overarching themes- and the overall argument of the book.
In keeping with the aims of the Pillar series- Colin Kruse in this commentary explains Romans to serious pastors- teachers- and students of the Bible. Kruse -- a well-known evangelical scholar -- solidly bases his exegesis on the Greek text- in conversation with scholarly literature- both ancient and modern- and with special attention to the literature of the last thirty years. This comment…
Fifteen years in the making- this comprehensive commentary by David Peterson offers thorough exegesis and exposition of the Acts of the Apostles- drawing on recent scholarship in the fields of narrative criticism and theological analysis- incorporating insights into historical-social background- and investigating why Luke presents his material the way he does. / In view of how long the book of …
Using the same brilliant exegesis and sound practical insight found in his previous work- Douglas J. Moo here not only accurately explains the meaning of the Letters to the Colossians and to Philemon- but also applies that meaning to twenty-first-century readers. Moo introduces each book with a series of five similar questions: To whom was it written? Who wrote it? When? Why? and What? He then …
Filling a notable gap in scholarship on 2 Peter and Jude- Peter Davids artfully unpacks these two neglected but fascinating epistles that deal with the confrontation between the Greco-Roman world and the burgeoning first-century Jesus communities. Davids firmly grasps the overall structure of these oft-maligned epistles and presents a strong case for 2 Peter and Jude as coherent- cons…
Morris's latest book fills a gaping hole in the shelf of New Testament commentaries. At last we have a work on Matthew that is worthy to take its place beside the major studies on the other Gospels. Its thoroughness- clarity- and theological sensitivity will make it a treasured resource for all students of the Bible.--David Allan Hubbvard- Fuller Theological Seminary.
THE NEW AMERICAN COMMENTARY is for the minister or Bible student who wants to understand and expound the Scriptures. Notable features include: * commentary based on THE NEW INTERNATIONAL VERSION- * the NIV text printed in the body of the commentary- * interpretation that emphasizes the theological unity of each book and of Scripture as a whole- * readable and applicable exposition.