Abingdon Bible Commentary

by Frederick Carl Eiselen

Studies of the Bible as literature, history, culture, and translation for modern Christian laymen. Features commentaries on each book of the Bible in addition to mini-biographies of major biblical characters and a summary of early church history. - In short, the complete Bible study library for the laymen. Larger 6" x 9.25" format and a huge 1442, well-indexed pages

Genres: Reference

Paperback

First published January 1, 1929

Reviews

[James Miller · Rating 5 out of 5]

The Abingdon Bible commentary is something that I cannot imagine living without. I am so grateful that the atheists running my college library decided to sell it for $2.

The book gives an excellent non-denominational, and stirctly scholarly comment on the whole bible. It provides alternative meanings or poorly translated words, background on culture and politics, and clarity for confusing rites.

For instance, it explains that when Christ asks a devil what his name is, it responds "Legion for we are many." The commentary delightfully illuminates, "that some have contended that if the exorcist knew the name of the devil" that he would have control over him, and that is why the number legion was given instead of a name. (Paraphrased)

I highly recommend this to anyone who would like to understand the background and culture of biblical times better.

[Cws]

220.7

[Cheryl · Rating 3 out of 5]

A good reference for serious study.

[Covenant Presbyterian Springfield Ohio]

Call Number: 220.7 EIS

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