The Gospel of Matthew: A Socio-Rhetorical Commentary

by Craig S. Keener

Publisher:

Eerdmans

, 2009

Overview

This commentary on Matthew offers a unique interpretive approach that focuses on the socio-historical context of the gospel and the nature of Matthew’s exhortation to his first-century Christian audience. By merging a careful study of Matthew’s Gospel in relation to the social context of the ancient Mediterranean world with a detailed look at what we know of first-century Jewish-Christian relations, Craig Keener uncovers significant insights into the Gospel not found in any other Matthew commentary. In addition, Keener’s commentary is a useful discipleship manual for the church. His approach recaptures the full “shock effect” of Jesus’ teachings in their original context and allows Matthew to make his point with greater narrative artistry. Keener also brings home the total impact of Matthew’s message, including its clear portrait of Jesus and its call for discipleship, both to the Gospel’s ancient readers and to believers today. Thoroughly researched, the book includes a 150-page bibliography of secondary sources, and more than 150 pages of indexes.

Offering verse-by-verse commentary, this 1,090 page commentary is fantastic addition to the Socio-Rhetorical Commentary Series (10 Vols.) already available in Logos, perfect for scholars, students, and laity. With our digital format, you can link your favorite Bible to The Gospel of Matthew for ease of scrolling, and running a Passage Guide search will provide results from Keener’s work.

Key Features

• Over 1,000 pages of verse-by-verse commentary on the Gospel of Matthew
• Highly accessible yet academic writing style, perfect for pastors, students, professors, and laity
• Over 300 pages of indexes and bibliographies

Product Details

• Title: The Gospel of Matthew: A Socio-Rhetorical Commentary
• Author: Craig S. Keener
• Series: Socio-Rhetorical Commentary Series
• Publisher: Eerdmans
• Print Publication Date: 2009
• Logos Release Date: 2011
• Pages: 1090
• Language: English
• Resources: 1
• Format: Digital > Logos Edition
• Subjects: Bible. N.T. Matthew > Socio-rhetorical criticism; Bible. N.T. Matthew > Commentaries
• ISBN: 9780802864987
• Resource ID: LLS:SORHET61MT
• Resource Type: Bible Commentary
• Metadata Last Updated: 2019-10-03T23:18:10Z

About Craig S. Keener

Craig S. Keener, PhD, is widely known for his studies in the New Testament, and is a theologian, biblical scholar, and prolific author. Some of his other works include A Commentary on the Gospel of Matthew, The Gospel of John: A Commentary (2 Vols.), The Historical Jesus of the Gospels, and Gift & Giver: The Holy Spirit for Today. Keener is professor of New Testament at Palmer Theological Seminary and an associate minister at Enon Tabernacle Baptist Church.

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