Baker Commentary on the Bible (formerly Evangelical Commentary on the Bible)

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Designed for laypeople, students, Bible teachers and pastors, The Baker Commentary on the Bible offers an insightful commentary on the entire Bible, based on the New International Version (NIV). With its extensive introductions to each book of the Bible, and its comments, outlines, and discussions of key biblical doctrines, this one-volume commentary will prove invaluable to all Christian learners. With insightful commentary from thirty-eight evangelical scholars ... this volume admirably succeeds in helping "the average reader of the Bible understand what the text says."

Written to give "the average Christian reader a basic knowledge of what the Holy Bible is all about," the Believer's Bible Commentary is a one-volume commentary on the entire Bible based on the New King James Version (NKJV). Author William MacDonald has compiled an insightful and applicable commentary, with introductions, notes, and bibliographies for each book of the Bible. This commentary is both a verse-by-verse exposition (in the New Testament, Psalms, Proverbs, and Ecclesiastes) and a paragraph-by-paragraph exposition (all other Old Testament books). Passages in the Old Testament which point toward Christ are given special attention.

Commentary on the New Testament Use of the Old Testament

Readers of the New Testament often encounter quotes or allusions to Old Testament stories and prophecies that are unfamiliar or obscure. In order to fully understand the teachings of Jesus and his followers, it is important to understand the large body of Scripture that preceded and informed their thinking. Leading evangelical scholars G. K. Beale and D. A. Carson have brought together a distinguished team of scholars to provide readers with a comprehensive commentary on every quotation, allusion, and echo of the Old Testament that appears from Matthew through Revelation.

Christianity Today 2008 Award of Merit in Biblical Studies

Hard Sayings of the Bible

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Confused by what you read in the Bible? Let seasoned scholars answer your questions! Compiled from five earlier Hard Sayings books, this handy reference offers short, easy-to-read historical, cultural, and linguistic explanations to help you interpret the meanings of 500 perplexing passages.

The IVP Bible Background Commentary, New Testament

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To understand and apply the Bible well, you need two crucial sources of information. One is the Bible itself. The other is an understanding of the cultural background of the passage you're reading.

Only with the background can you grasp the author's original concerns and purposes. This unique commentary provides, in verse-by-verse format, the crucial cultural background you need for responsible -- and richer -- Bible study. It includes a glossary of cultural terms and important historical figures, maps and charts, up-to-date bibliographies, and introductory essays about cultural background information for each book of the New Testament.

The IVP Bible Background Commentary: Old Testament

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The narratives, genealogies, laws, poetry, proverbs and prophecies of the Old Testament are deeply rooted in history. Archaeologists, historians, and social scientists have greatly advanced our knowledge of the ancient world of the Bible. This unique commentary joins The IVP Bible Background Commentary New Testament in giving historical, social, and cultural background for each Old Testament passage. From Genesis through Malachi it gathers and condenses an abundance of specialized knowledge and makes it available to ordinary readers of the Old Testament.

For readers of the King James Version (KJV) of the Bible, this commentary is a must have. Both practical and doctrinal, this work draws on the expertise of top evangelical scholars to offer a complete, verse-by-verse commentary on the entire Bible. The goal of this commentary is to offer a complete, authoritative explanation of the meaning of each book of the Bible, and the Bible as a whole. The authors have provided both an outline for quick identification and organization of the major parts of each book, and a thorough introduction to each book, with important background information on authorship, date and place of writing, and the theme and purpose.

At last -- a comprehensive, illustrated Bible commentary you don't need a Ph.D. to use! Compiled by leading evangelical scholars, this wonderful resource is designed to put the latest scholarship and historical research at the fingertips of ordinary believers.

New Bible Commentary, 21st Century Edition

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This readable and accessible volume brings together many of the finest scholars of our day to meet the needs of students, teachers and Bible readers. The 21st-century edition of the New Bible Commentary offers 66 solid, concise, evangelical commentaries---one on each book of the Bible. These detailed (passage-by-passage or verse-by-verse) commentaries, based on the NIV text, are accompanied by introductory material on date, authorship, purpose, key themes, outlines and discussions of recent developments in biblical scholarship, along with numerous maps, diagrams, and tables.

[This] is a comprehensive, even-handed resource that offers a clear, fair presentation of the four most important interpretations of the book ... The easy to read format is arranged to encourage thoughtful comparison and evaluation along with the study of the book of Revelation itself.

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Increase your confidence in God's Word and learn to defend its integrity -- even in the face of difficult questions! Geisler and Howe's comprehensive volume offers answers to over 800 questions often raised by skeptics, critics, and cults that misuse isolated verses. Features an easy-to-use problem/solution format; plus three extensive indexes (topical, scriptural, and doctrinal).

The life of Jesus Christ takes on fresh clarity and meaning in this masterful work by Dwight Pentecost. The words, the miracles, and overarching message of the Messiah come alive in flowing and detailed chronology, set against the cultural, political, and religious setting of his day. You'll gain new understanding of why Jesus came, how he operated, and what he accomplished. Above all, you'll acquire a deeper appreciation for the love that guided his path, beginning in a manger in Bethlehem, leading through three and a half years of ministry that ended abruptly at the cross on Golgotha, and blazing forth in eternal triumph at the resurrection.

Baker's New Testament Commentary, 12 volumes

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This set is ideal for pastors and serious Bible students of the Reformed tradition. It is the only complete commentary on the New Testament written solely from a Reformed perspective. The award-winning twelve-volume hardcover set features verse-by-verse exegesis and applications, critical notes on the Greek text, chapter summaries, and extensive bibliographies and indexes of authors, Scripture, and other ancient writings enhance the usefulness of each volume.

Begun by William Hendriksen, Baker's New Testament Commentary has earned the acclaim and respect of Reformed and evangelical scholars and pastors. Since Hendriksen's death in 1982, the series has been continued by Simon J. Kistemaker. Four of the volumes compiled by Kistemaker earned the Gold Medallian Award (Hebrews, James and 1-3 John, Acts, and 1 Corinthians). The series was completed in 2001 with the publication of Revelation. Now, for the first time, the entire twelve-volume set may be purchased.

ECPA Gold Medallion Book Award winners:

1982: Romans

1992: Acts

1994: 1 Corinthians

Bengel's Gnomon of the New Testament

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(NOTE: Both are large pdf files. Volume 1 is 33 MB and volume 2 is 29 MB. Requires the free Adobe Reader.)

This is a FREE resource (public domain).

Johann Albrecht Bengel (1687-1752) was a Lutheran minister, theologian, and New Testament scholar. "His most important work for textual criticism was a critical edition of the New Testament (1734), which was the beginning of modern textual criticism. Following that critical work came an exegetical one, Gnomon Novi Testamenti (1742), a commentary giving a detailed analysis of the Greek text. That work had considerable influence on biblical exegesis in Germany, was favored by John Wesley, and is valuable to scholars even today" (Who's Who In Christian History).

The edition offered here is "a new translation" by C. T. Lewis and M. R. Vincent, copyright 1864. It is in pdf format, was digitized by Google, and totals 1,754 pages. (Not included due to unacceptable image quality: 2 Corinthians, Galatians, Ephesians, Philippians.)

Warren Wiersbe's Biblical Expositors series (BE) has captured the hearts of readers with its clear, concise look at biblical life and meaning. Now all of his New Testament BE books are available in a two-volume hardcover set. Wiersbe's accessible style and his extensive knowledge of the biblical background make this set an indispensable part of any layperson's library. With its emphasis on personal application, it is perfect for Christians across the spectrum, from pastor to student to interested laypeople.

The Bible Knowledge Background Commentary: New Testament, 3 volumes

vol 1: Matthew - Luke

vol 2: Acts - Philemon

vol 3: John, Hebrews - Revelation

A biblical examination of the historical, geographical, cultural, and economic background of the New Testament for a 21st century understanding of the first century world. This is not theology, nor is it a word study; rather it's opening a window to transport the reader back into the setting of the New Testament to see, touch, and hear as much of the world of that time as possible. (description from vol 1)

Edited by John F. Walvoord and Roy B. Zuck, The Bible Knowledge Commentary features insightful exposition and commentary on the entire Bible from members of the distinguished Dallas Theological Seminary faculty. For commentary from the historical-grammatical and premillennial perspectives, it's hard to beat this commentary, and the commitment to scriptural inerrancy is unmatched. Thoroughly conservative and Evangelical, this commentary showcases what Dallas Theological Seminary has become world famous for, and offers all students of the Bible an insightful and applicable commentary.

OT: Winner of the 1986 ECPA Gold Medallion Book Award in Commentaries.

The embodiment of God's wisdom for everyday living, the Book of Proverbs has been quoted by Jews, Christians, and Muslims for centuries. These maxims, born out of personal experience, are passed on from father to son, from teacher to student. They warn of manifold dangers to avoid, point out simple truths to be remembered. Anyone who follows these adages will evince a maturity beyond his years. [Bruce K.] Waltke, who has been researching the text for over 25 years, is fully abreast of the most recent archaeological, literary, and textual discoveries. His commentary is filled with penetrating details for scholars, yet it is his unpedantic style which will appeal to pastors and general readers. This mammoth study, one of the most comprehensive on the market, will retrieve from relative obscurity the wealth of Israel's ethical treasure.

(This commentary is very highly recommended by Bible scholar D[onald] A. Carson.)

The Expositor's Bible Commentary, 12 volumes

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[Within this] popular NIV-based commentary set ... [e]ach Bible book includes an introduction, outline, up-to-date theological and critical exposition, and a bibliography -- all by well-known evangelical scholars. Notes on textual difficulties are kept separate and all Hebrew and Greek is transliterated, making this set an excellent resource.

Vol 2: Winner of the 1991 ECPA Gold Medallion Book Award in Commentaries.

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Lenski's Commentary on the New Testament

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Pastors, students, and anybody wishing to better understand the New Testament will find invaluable help in these accessible commentaries. Displaying a strong narrative quality and reverence for God's Word, Lenski's massive work provides a literal translation of the original Greek text and section-by-section exposition from a conservative stance. Ideal for sermon preparation or serious Bible study.

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The Life Application Bible Commentary takes the popular Life Application Bible and greatly expands the amount of information given, for a fuller and deeper look at the Bible. This set, which includes commentaries on the entire New Testament, offers a cohesive look at the major themes, issues, and doctrines that Christians are seeking to apply in their own lives. It's numerous maps, charts, diagrams, quotes and illustrations make it extremely useful in helpin Christians to grow in their understanding and maturity

Most Bible commentaries take us on a one-way trip from the twentieth century to the first century. But they leave us there, assuming that we can somehow make the return journey on our own. In other words, they focus on the original meaning of the passage but don't discuss its contemporary application. The information they offer is valuable -- but the job is only half done! The NIV Application Commentary Series helps us with both halves of the interpretive task. This new and unique series shows readers how to bring an ancient message into modern context. It explains not only what the Bible means but also how it can speak powerfully today.

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