Ezra-Nehemiah (Smyth & Helwys Bible Commentary | SHBC)
Digital Logos Edition
Overview
Ezra-Nehemiah describes events that occurred between 539 and 432 BCE, but the books themselves were written between 432 and 200 BCE. Though these books describe early events and perhaps incorporates authentic memoirs of Nehemiah, they also contain redacted lists, narratives, and thinking about that crucial century in the life of post-exilic Judah and its neighbors. In addition, these accounts record both the successes and the excesses of three waves of returnees. The task of rebuilding and dealing with the effects of being exiled are major themes discussed by the commentator. For a modern audience, examining these difficulties and relating them to modern struggles is an essential part of the Christian faith. This volume is filled with relatable observations and a helpful interpretation of Jewish history.
- Title: Ezra-Nehemiah
- Author: Paul L. Redditt
- Series: Smyth & Helwys Bible Commentary
- Publisher: Smyth & Helwys
- Print Publication Date: 2014
- Logos Release Date: 2018
- Era: era:contemporary
- Language: English
- Resources: 1
- Format: Digital › Logos Research Edition
- Subjects: Bible. O.T. Ezra › Commentaries; Bible. O.T. Nehemiah › Commentaries
- ISBNs: 9781573128230, 1573128236
- Resource ID: LLS:SHC15EZR
- Resource Type: Bible Commentary
- Metadata Last Updated: 2024-09-24T16:39:35Z
Reviews
1 rating
Randy
6/14/2025
He starts off showing skepticism about the number of captives who returned, claiming that it is unlikely there would have been five times more people returning than left. Any commentary which starts off promoting doubt about the reliability of the text, is not a commentary I want to read.