Commentary Guide
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Major Commentaries 1 & 2 Chronicles
The First and Second Books of Chronicles (The New Interpreter’s Bible) by
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Call Number: BS491.2 .N484 1994 v.3ISBN: 0687278163Publication Date: 1999
1 Chronicles (Word Biblical Commentary) by
The Old Testament book of Chronicles presents unique problems to students of the Bible. Here Dr. Roddy Braun takes a fresh look at the biblical text and sheds light upon its meaning for God's people in both Old Testament times and today. Taking careful note of Chronicles' dependency upon earlier Old Testament writings, he leads the serious Bible student through such issues as: The relation of 1 Chronicles to parallel passages in Samuel and Kings What "the Chronicler" intended to convey with his own independent contributions to Israel's history and theology The role of Solomon's temple as a uniting force for the Chronicler, who faced the reality of the division between Israel in the north and Judah in the south The book's emphasis upon God's covenant with David as reaching its goal in the construction of the temple. Dr. Braun investigates thoroughly the effect of God's covenant with David in this important part of Scripture. Did the tragic division of the kingdom following Solomon's death mean God had forsaken the covenant? Were the northern tribes too a part of that "all Israel" that was being summoned to return to faithful observance of the priestly services at Solomon's temple in Jerusalem? What was the meaning of such a summons at the time of the Exile, when both Israel and Judah lay in ruins? Such questions are explored with an expert's eye to history and background, theology, and textual considerations. The author-with his remarkable combination of scholarly insights and pastoral experience-also notes the themes of unity, joy, and generosity in worship emphasized by the Chronicler. He was apparently anxious not simply to reunite the kingdom, but also to restore spiritual depth and enthusiastic support to worship-issues that continue to be vital to the people of God today.
Call Number: BS1345.3 .B72 1986ISBN: 0849902134Publication Date: 1986
2 Chronicles (Word Biblical Commentary) by
The early Christian scholar Jerome wrote, "The book of Chronicles is of such importance that without it anyone who claims to have a knowledge of the Scriptures makes himself a fool." Dr. Raymond Dillard holds similarly high regard for this portion of the Bible, but equal recognition that understanding its full import depends upon a thorough knowledge of the whole Scripture. "There are few issues in the history of exegesis," he says, "that are not in some way touched by Chronicles, so that along with their richness they involve the interpreter in a labyrinth of related questions." Among the issues and events examined in this thoroughgoing study are: The literary structure of 2 Chronicles The Chronicler's interaction with canonical texts from the Pentateuch, the Psalms, the prophets, Joshua, Samuel, and particularly with Kings The Chronicler as both historian and theologian, including perspectives on kings both faithful and unfaithful, reform-minded and decadent The building of Solomon's temple The revolt of Rehoboam The banishment of Israel to Babylon Reward and punishment in Chronicles: the theology of immediate retribution The Chronicler's concern with the themes of exile, restoration, and renewal. Dr. Dillard throughout demonstrates his commitment to the Bible as the word of God. Affirming a view of Scripture that follows the pattern of the Incarnation-that the Bible is both divine and human-he shows the Chronicler, like the other biblical writers, as having been guided by a divine hand, and, like them, in their humanity, having shaped their material through their own personalities and varying theological purposes: "Chronicles is through and through a theological essay; the Chronicler describes the put to demonstrate the validity of particular premises that addressed the needs of Israel in his own day. Chronicles is not only a writing of history; it is a tract." Dr. Dillard's lucid writing and careful study, solidly based on his familiarity with ancient languages and historical backgrounds and his use of a wide range of scholarly research materials, make his volume on 2 Chronicles an invaluable resource for preacher, teacher, and serious student.
Call Number: BS1345.3 .D54 1987ISBN: 0849902142Publication Date: 1988
1 & 2 Chronicles (NIV Application Commentary) by
The NIV Application Commentary helps you communicate and apply biblical text effectively in today's context. To bring the ancient messages of the Bible into today's world, each passage is treated in three sections: Original Meaning. Concise exegesis to help readers understand the original meaning of the biblical text in its historical, literary, and cultural context. Bridging Contexts. A bridge between the world of the Bible and the world of today, built by discerning what is timeless in the timely pages of the Bible. Contemporary Significance. This section identifies comparable situations to those faced in the Bible and explores relevant application of the biblical messages. The author alerts the readers of problems they may encounter when seeking to apply the passage and helps them think through the issues involved. This unique, award-winning commentary is the ideal resource for today's preachers, teachers, and serious students of the Bible, giving them the tools, ideas, and insights they need to communicate God's Word with the same powerful impact it had when it was first written.
Call Number: BS1345.3 .H55 2003ISBN: 0310206103Publication Date: 2003
First and Second Chronicles (Old Testament Library) by
This critically acclaimed series provides fresh and authoritative treatments of important aspects of Old Testament study through commentaries and general surveys. The authors are scholars of international standing.
Call Number: BS1345.3 .J374 1993ISBN: 0664218458Publication Date: 2003
The Books of the Chronicles (Biblical Commentary on the Old Testament) by
"Keil and Delitzsch's "Commentary on the Old Testament" is a classic of the nineteenth century. It is popular with conservatives because of its theology. But its sharp insights mean it is by no means just conservatives who find it helpful--it is not uncommon, for example, to see it cited in the bibliography of an academic study. It is therefore welcome that Hendrickson have made it available in a lightly corrected version."
--"Anvil"
Call Number: BS1151.2 .K29 1996 v.3ISBN: 0913573884Publication Date: 1996
1 Chronicles (Hermeneia) [2 vols.] by
This commentary takes full advantage of recent advances in the textual history of Samuel and Kings, demonstrating in many cases that the differences often ascribed to the Chronicler came in fact from the divergent copy of the canonical books he was rewriting. Klein brings to lively expression the unique theological voice of the Chronicler and demonstrates there have been far fewer secondary additions to the text than is normally assumed.
Call Number: BS1345.3 .K54 2006ISBN: 9780800660857Publication Date: 2006-2012
I Chronicles (Anchor Bible) [2 vols.] by
In this latest addition to the esteemed Anchor Bible series, scholar Knoppers examines one of the most neglected books of the Old Testament and establishes its importance as a key to understanding the nation of Israel.
Call Number: BS1345.3 .K66 2004ISBN: 0385469284Publication Date: 2004
1st and 2nd Chronicles by
1 and 2 Chronicles were written after the return of the exiles to Jerusalem. They largely follow the material written down in the books of Samuel and Kings but give a different perspective. Richard Pratt identifies over 30 themes that are repeated throughout and shows their relevance to the modern Church. He has also analysed the structure of the books and presents evidence for their literary balance in each section.
Call Number: BS1345.3 .P73 1998ISBN: 1857921518Publication Date: 1996
1 & 2 Chronicles (Tyndale Old Testament Commentaries) [2 vols.] by Call Number: BS1345.3 .S45 1994ISBN: 0830814310Publication Date: 1994
1 and 2 Chronicles (New Century Bible Commentary) by Call Number: BS1345.3 .W54 1982ISBN: 0802819257Publication Date: 1982
- The Books of the Chronicles (Biblical Commentary on the Old Testament) by
"Keil and Delitzsch's "Commentary on the Old Testament" is a classic of the nineteenth century. It is popular with conservatives because of its theology. But its sharp insights mean it is by no means just conservatives who find it helpful--it is not uncommon, for example, to see it cited in the bibliography of an academic study. It is therefore welcome that Hendrickson have made it available in a lightly corrected version."
--"Anvil"
ISBN: 0913573884
- I Chronicles 1-9 (Anchor Bible) by
In this latest addition to the esteemed Anchor Bible series, scholar Knoppers examines one of the most neglected books of the Old Testament and establishes its importance as a key to understanding the nation of Israel.
ISBN: 0385469284Publication Date: 2004
1 Chronicles (Tyndale Old Testament Commentaries) [2 vols.] by ISBN: 9780830882014Publication Date: 2016
- 1 & 2 Chronicles Commentaries in the E-Book CatalogDiscover many more e-book commentaries on 1 and 2 Chronicles.
- “The First and Second Books of Chronicles: Introduction, Commentary, and Reflections.” In The New Interpreter’s Bible, 3:297–659. Nashville, TN: Abingdon, 1999.
- 1 Chronicles. Word Biblical Commentary. Waco, TX: Word Books, 1986.
- 2 Chronicles. Word Biblical Commentary. Waco, TX: Word Books, 1987.
- 1 & 2 Chronicles. NIV Application Commentary. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 2003.
- I & II Chronicles. Old Testament Library. Louisville, KY: Westminster/John Knox Press, 1993.
- The Books of the Chronicles. Translated by Andrew Harper. Biblical Commentary on the Old Testament. Grand Rapids, MI: Eerdmans, 1950.
- 1 Chronicles: A Commentary. Edited by Thomas Krüger. Hermeneia. Minneapolis: Fortress Press, 2006.
———. 2 Chronicles: A Commentary. Edited by Paul D. Hanson. Hermeneia. Minneapolis: Fortress Press, 2012.
- I Chronicles 1–9: A New Translation with Introduction and Commentary. Anchor Bible. New York: Doubleday, 2003.
———. I Chronicles 10–29: A New Translation with Introduction and Commentary. Anchor Bible. New York: Doubleday, 2004.
- 1 and 2 Chronicles. Fearn, Ross-shire, UK: Mentor, 1998.
- 1 Chronicles: An Introduction and Commentary. Tyndale Old Testament Commentaries. Leicester, England: Inter-Varsity Press, 1994.
———. 2 Chronicles: A Commentary. Tyndale Old Testament Commentaries. Leicester, England: InterVarsity Press, 1994.
- 1 and 2 Chronicles. New Century Bible Commentary. Grand Rapids, MI: Eerdmans, 1982.