Commentary Guide
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Major Commentaries on Exodus
Exodus (Understanding the Bible Commentary Series) by
The Understanding the Bible Commentary Series helps any reader navigate the strange and sometimes intimidating literary terrain of the Bible. These accessible volumes break down the barriers between the ancient and modern worlds so that the power and meaning of the biblical texts become transparent to contemporary readers. The contributors tackle the task of interpretation using the full range of critical methodologies and practices, yet they do so as people of faith who hold the text in the highest regard. Pastors, teachers, and lay people alike will cherish the easily understandable truth found in this commentary series.
Call Number: BS1245.3 .B78 2012ISBN: 9780801045776Publication Date: 2008
Commentaries on the Four Last Books of Moses Arranged in the Form of a Harmony (Calvin’s Commentaries) [4 vols.] by Call Number: BS491 .C2813 1981ISBN: 0801024404Publication Date: 1974
The Book of Exodus (Old Testament Library) by
Taking a pioneering approach to commentary writing, Brevard Childs gives an entirely original treatment to the book of Exodus. Apart from the philological notes and translation, this commentary includes a form-critical section, looking at the growth of the tradition in its previous stages; a consideration of the meaning of the text in its present form; and a consideration of its meaning in its total Old Testament context. This volume is now available in a new casebound edition.
Call Number: BS1245.3 .C45 1974ISBN: 0664209858Publication Date: 1974
Exodus (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: BS1245.3 .E55 2000ISBN: 0310206073Publication Date: 2000
Exodus (Interpretation) by
The introduction to this book recognizes Exodus as a Christian book, although it respects its pre-Christian roots in the Hebrew Bible. The commentary then moves in a straightforward manner to review issues of faith and history, the critical and theological tasks of a commentary, and other leading theological concerns. Terence Fretheim gives special treatment to the significance of the hardening of Pharaoh's heart, the relationship between law and narrative, and the shaping of literature by liturgy. Interpretation: A Bible Commentary for Teaching and Preaching is a distinctive resource for those who interpret the Bible in the church. Planned and written specifically for teaching and preaching needs, this critically acclaimed biblical commentary is a major contribution to scholarship and ministry.
Call Number: BS1245.3 .F72 1991ISBN: 0804231028Publication Date: 1991
Exodus (Historical Commentary on the Old Testament) [4 vols.] by
Critical Praise for Houtman's Commentary on Exodus: informative and illuminating commentary which no one working on Exodus can afford to overlook" - J.W. Rogerson in Book List 1990, 56. is to my mind one of the best available on Exodus to modern scholars." - John Wevers in Bibliotheca Orientalis 48 (1991) 885. the commentary has a great deal to offer both scholar and layman, and ... provides the fullest modern treatment ... of Exodus that is available in any language" - G.L. Davies in Vetus Testamentum 43 (1993) 428. Kommentierung enthalt ... eine Rubrik mit dem Titel "Hauptlinien und Perspektiven". Sie Bietet ... eine Auslegung, die f r jeden Leser nicht nur ein Gewinn, sondern auch ein Genua ist." - J. Becker in Biblische Zeitschrift 36 (1992) 115. importance ... elle (l'information de C.H.) est incontestablement plus complete que celle des grands commentaires de l'Exode..." - J. Loza in Revue Biblique 98 (1991) 462. (Peeters 1993)
Call Number: BS1245.3 .H6813ISBN: 9024262135Publication Date: 1993-2002
The Message of Exodus (Bible Speaks Today) by
When the Lord promised the land of Canaan to Abram and his descendants (Gen 15:7), every part of it was already occupied by other peoples. The long journey to possession of the Promised Land was prepared by God, yet it led through a path of adversity. We, the readers of the Old Testament, are left to wonder why.In this engaging commentary on Exodus, J. Alec Motyer explores the character of God through his covenant promises and persistent faithfulness to the people of Israel. Through the story of Israel we are exposed to an unquenchable fire: God the Savior, the Companion and the Indweller, who will not fail those who so often fail him.
Call Number: BS1245.3 .M69 2005ISBN: 0830824278Publication Date: 2005
Exodus (The JPS Torah Commentary) by
The JPS Torah Commentary series guides readers through the words and ideas of the Torah. Each volume is the work of a scholar who stands at the pinnacle of his field. Every page contains the complete traditional Hebrew text, with cantillation notes, the JPS translation of the Holy Scriptures, aliyot breaks, Masoretic notes, and commentary by a distinguished Hebrew Bible scholar, integrating classical and modern sources. Each volume also contains supplementary essays that elaborate upon key words and themes, a glossary of commentators and sources, extensive bibliographic notes, and maps.
Call Number: BS1245.3 .S27 1991ISBN: 0827603274Publication Date: 2003
Exodus (New American Commentary) by
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; * sound scholarly methodology that reflects capable research in the original languages; * interpretation that emphasizes the theological unity of each book and of Scripture as a whole; * readable and applicable exposition.
Call Number: BS1245.3 .S78 2006ISBN: 0805401024Publication Date: 2006
The Book of Exodus (Old Testament Library) by
Taking a pioneering approach to commentary writing, Brevard Childs gives an entirely original treatment to the book of Exodus. Apart from the philological notes and translation, this commentary includes a form-critical section, looking at the growth of the tradition in its previous stages; a consideration of the meaning of the text in its present form; and a consideration of its meaning in its total Old Testament context. The Old Testament Library provides fresh and authoritative treatments of important aspects of Old Testament study through commentaries and general surveys. The contributors are scholars of international standing.
ISBN: 9780664229689Publication Date: 1974
Exodus (Interpretation) by
One of the best commentaries on Exodus ever to appear in English, now in paperback!
ISBN: 9780664236199Publication Date: 2010
The Message of Exodus (Bible Speaks Today) by
When the Lord promised the land of Canaan to Abram and his descendants (Gen 15:7), every part of it was already occupied by other peoples. The long journey to possession of the Promised Land was prepared by God, yet it led through a path of adversity. We, the readers of the Old Testament, are left to wonder why.In this engaging commentary on Exodus, J. Alec Motyer explores the character of God through his covenant promises and persistent faithfulness to the people of Israel. Through the story of Israel we are exposed to an unquenchable fire: God the Savior, the Companion and the Indweller, who will not fail those who so often fail him.
ISBN: 9780830824274Publication Date: 2005
- Exodus Commentaries in the E-Book CatalogDiscover many more e-book commentaries on Exodus.
- Exodus. Understanding the Bible Commentary Series. Grand Rapids, MI: Baker Academic, 2012. [Originally published in the New International Biblical Commentary, Old Testament series.]
- Commentaries on the Four Last Books of Moses Arranged in the Form of a Harmony. Translated by Charles William Bingham. 4 vols. Calvin’s Commentaries. Grand Rapids, MI: Eerdmans, 1950.
- The Book of Exodus: A Critical, Theological Commentary. Old Testament Library. Philadelphia: Westminster Press, 1974.
- A Study Commentary on Exodus. 2 vols. Auburn, MA: Evangelical Press, 2000–2001.
- Exodus. NIV Application Commentary. Grand Rapids, MI: Zondervan, 2000.
- Exodus. Interpretation. Louisville: John Knox Press, 1991.
- Exodus. Translated by Johan Rebel and Sierd Woudstra. 4 vols. Historical Commentary on the Old Testament. Kampen: Kok; Leuven, Belgium: Peeters, 1993–2002.
- The Message of Exodus: The Days of Our Pilgrimage. Bible Speaks Today. Downers Grove, IL: InterVarsity Press, 2005.
- Exodus: The Traditional Hebrew Text with the New JPS Translation. JPS Torah Commentary. Philadelphia: Jewish Publication Society, 1991.
- Exodus. New American Commentary. Nashville, TN: Broadman & Holman, 2006.