-It is a special pleasure to introduce R. T. (Dick) France's commentary to the pastoral and scholarly community, who should find it a truly exceptional -- and helpful -- volume.- So says Gordon Fee in his preface to this work. France's masterful commentary on Matthew focuses on exegesis of Matthew's text as it stands rather than on the prehistory of the material or details of Synoptic comparison. The exegesis of each section is part of a planned literary whole supplemented, rather than controlled, by verse-by-verse commentary, allowing the text as a complete story to come into brilliant focus. Rather than being a -commentary on commentaries, - The Gospel of Matthew is concerned throughout with what Matthew himself meant to convey about Jesus and how he set about doing so within the cultural and historical context of first-century Palestine. France frequently draws attention to the distinctive nature of the province of Galilee and the social dynamics involved when a Galilean prophet presents himself in Jerusalem as the Messiah. The English translation at the beginning of each section is France's own, designed to provide the basis for the commentary. This adept translation uses contemporary idioms and, where necessary, gives priority to clarity over literary elegance. Amid the wide array of Matthew commentaries available today, France's world-class stature, his clear focus on Matthew and Jesus, his careful methodology, and his user-friendly style promise to make this volume an enduring standard for years to come.
-It is a special pleasure to introduce R. T. (Dick) France's commentary to the pastoral and scholarly community, who should find it a truly exceptional -- and helpful -- volume.- So says Gordon Fee in his preface to this work. France's masterful commentary on Matthew focuses on exegesis of Matthew's text as it stands rather than on the prehistory of the material or details of Synoptic comparison. The exegesis of each section is part of a planned literary whole supplemented, rather than controlled, by verse-by-verse commentary, allowing the text as a complete story to come into brilliant focus. Rather than being a -commentary on commentaries, - The Gospel of Matthew is concerned throughout with what Matthew himself meant to convey about Jesus and how he set about doing so within the cultural and historical context of first-century Palestine. France frequently draws attention to the distinctive nature of the province of Galilee and the social dynamics involved when a Galilean prophet presents himself in Jerusalem as the Messiah. The English translation at the beginning of each section is France's own, designed to provide the basis for the commentary. This adept translation uses contemporary idioms and, where necessary, gives priority to clarity over literary elegance. Amid the wide array of Matthew commentaries available today, France's world-class stature, his clear focus on Matthew and Jesus, his careful methodology, and his user-friendly style promise to make this volume an enduring standard for years to come.
Craig S. Keener is F. M. and Ada Thompson Professor of Biblical Studies at Asbury Theological Seminary. Several of his twenty-five books have won national or international awards. His other works include commentaries on Matthew, Romans, 1 & 2 Corinthians, Galatians, a two-volume commentary on John, and a four-volume commentary on Acts.
I. Howard Marshall
-- University of Aberdeen
"Quite a feat! Students of Matthew wanting a major, single-volume
treatment will undoubtedly be attracted to this fine, scholarly
work."
Ben Witherington III
-- Asbury Theological Seminary
"Keener's work is always characterized by clarity, careful
research, and penetrating insights into the text, especially in
regard to the light the social and cultural setting sheds on the
text. . . . I can think of no commentary I would rather recommend
to pastors, teachers, students, and laypersons if they are looking
for fresh light on the First Gospel." D. Moody Smith
-- Duke Divinity School
"Keener's substantive and impressive commentary on Matthew bears
eloquent testimony to his mastery of the disciplines of New
Testament study, particularly Matthean exegesis." David
Instone-Brewer
-- University of Cambridge
"Craig Keener's academic commentaries are among the most important
in print, because they not only summarize former scholarship but
add so many new insights from primary literature of the time." --
Interpretation
"This commentary is invaluable in its thorough discussion of social
and historical background for virtually every sentence of the
Gospel. The citations of both primary and secondary sources are
encyclopedic.... Keener's commentary sets a new standard in
providing comprehensive and helpful background information." --
Themelios
"Keener has produced a distinctive and valuable and insightful
commentary. With its abundant references to ancient literature and
secondary literature, it can only be described as a remarkable tour
de force. Solidly evangelical, deeply thoughtful, always informed
and eminently practical, this is a commentary that will faithfully
lead readers to the heart of Matthew." -- CBA Marketplace
"A thorough commentary. Keener meticulously works his way through
the Gospel dealing with important themes that emerge along the way.
In the process, he provides a wealth of insight into life in Jesus'
day and what Matthew's Gospel meant to the earliest readers....
Biblical scholars and well-schooled pastors will find it a valuable
addition to their library."
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