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Acts Of the Apostles- The

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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 Acts is over a thousand verses Petersons commentary is admirably economical yet meaty. As D. A. Carson notes in his editors preface- Petersons judgments are always sane- evenhanded- and judicious. Even while exploring exegetical details- Peterson constantly scans the horizon- keeping the larger picture in mind. With its solid exegesis- astute theological analysis- and practical contemporary application- Petersons Acts of the Apostles is a commentary that preachers- teachers- and students everywhere will want and need. / Here in one convenient volume is the basic introductory information and verse-by-verse exegesis that New Testament students and preachers need in order to understand the second part of Lukes account of Christian beginnings. This commentary is noteworthy for its incorporation of a full essay on the theology of Acts and its careful attention to theological issues in the course of the exposition- at the same time it does not neglect historical and literary matters. I warmly commend this useful tool for study. I. Howard Marshall / University of Aberdeen / David Peterson interacts with Acts scholarship fairly and in an up-to-date way- his literary and historical conclusions are well informed and sound. His introduction airs issues thoroughly- yet the entire work is easy to follow. Peterson consistently engages the cohesive- larger picture and the theological message of the book. Craig S. Keener / Palmer Theological Seminary

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Series Title

The Pillar New Testament Commentary

Call Number

226.6 Pet c.1

Publisher

Grand Rapids- Michigan : William B. Eerdmans Publishing Company., 2009

Collation

790 hlm.

Language

English

ISBN/ISSN

9780802837318

Classification

Bible (220-229)

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Subject(s)

Religion
Biblical Studies
Jesus- the Gospels & Acts

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