The New Jerome Biblical Commentary - Softcover

Fitzmyer, Joseph A.; Murphy, Roland Edmund

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0138598363 ISBN 13: 9780138598365

Publisher: Pearson College Div, 1990

Synopsis

This reference book is a compact commentary on the entire Bible that readers can use to familiarize themselves with the methods and paths followed by biblical scholars. It features current theories on dating, historical reconstruction, and archaeological information. Contemporary perspectives and topical articles of an introductory nature include Hermeneutics, Canonicity, Old Testament themes, and coverage of biblical theology. Additional commentary includes articles on Jesus, the early Church, Gnosticism, and the subapostolic church. Especially for seminarians and clergy who require a commentary on the Scriptures both during their formal study of theology and for preaching in their ministry. Also, for those interested in religion and theology on all levels and feel the need for an adequate background in the Bible.

About this title

From the Publisher:

This contemporary verse by verse commentary examines the scientific, literary, and historical content of the Scriptures -- reflecting the exegetical variation found within the community of scholars.

About the Author:

Raymond E. Brown, S.S. is former Auburn Distinguished Professor at Union Theological Seminary. He has served as presidents of the Catholic Biblical Association and of the Society of Biblical Literature.Joseph A. Fitzmyer, S.J. is Professor Emeritus of Biblical Studies, Catholic University of America, Washington DC. He has served as president of the Catholic Biblical Association and of the Society of Biblical Literature.Roland Murphy, O.Carm., is George Washington Ivey Emeritus Professor, Duke University, Durham, NC.

About this edition

• Publisher: Pearson College Div
• Publication date: 1990
• ISBN 10: 0138598363
• ISBN 13: 9780138598365
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 1484
• Editor: Brown Raymond Edward