The First and Second Epistles to the Thessalonians

by Leon Morris

Publisher:

Eerdmans

, 1991

Overview

In The First and Second Epistles to the Thessalonians, noted theologian Leon Morris introduces the reader to the Church at Thessalonica, then provides stirring verse-by-verse commentary for Paul’s epistles directed there. This indispensable work is at the forefront of Thessalonian studies, and it is a great addition to the library of any theologian, biblical scholar, student of the Bible, or layperson.

The solid exegesis contained in this volume was the original New International Commentary on the New Testament work on 1 & 2 Thessalonians. And, in the Logos edition, Morris’s words are more accessible than ever. His commentary can be linked to any Bibles in your collection and hundreds of search results will appear with the click of a mouse.

The First and Second Epistles to the Thessalonians was originally a part of the New International Commentary Series on the Old and New Testament!

Key Features

• Introduction to and background information on the church of Thessalonica
• Verse-by-verse commentary
• Perfect for biblical scholars, theologians, pastors, and laity

Contents

• The Founding of the Church at Thessalonica
• Occasion and Purpose of 1 Thessalonians
• Occasion and Purpose of 2 Thessalonians
• The Date of the Epistles
• The Authenticity of 1 Thessalonians
• The Authenticity of 2 Thessalonians
• The Relationship between the Two Epistles
• Commentary on 1 Thessalonians
• Commentary on 2 Thessalonians

Praise for the Print Edition

Thorough and readable. Dr. Morris’s presentation of the results of his study deals minutely with the grammatical meaning of the Greek text without being obscure or pedantic...The main exposition of the commentary is comprehensible by any intelligent Bible student and provides ready reference for the casual reader.

—Christianity Today

Morris is an able exegete with a mind of his own and a stylistic facility which makes his commentary as readable as it is instructive.

—Evangelical Quarterly

Product Details

• Title: The First and Second Epistles to the Thessalonians
• Author: Leon Morris
• Series: New International Commentary
• Publisher: Eerdmans
• Publication Date: 1991
• Pages: xvi, 278

About Leon Morris

Leon Morris retired as Principal of Ridley College in Melbourne, Australia, in 1979. He is the author of more than forty books, including The Apostolic Preaching of the Cross, the volumes on Matthew and Romans in The Pillar New Testament Commentary, and the volumes on John and the Thessalonian epistles in the New International Commentary on the New Testament.

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Product Details

• Title: The First and Second Epistles to the Thessalonians
• Author: Leon Morris
• Series: New International Commentary on the Old and New Testament
• Publisher: Eerdmans
• Print Publication Date: 1991
• Logos Release Date: 2011
• Era: era:contemporary
• Language: English
• Resources: 1
• Format: Digital › Logos Research Edition
• Subjects: Bible. N.T. 1 Thessalonians › Commentaries; Bible. N.T. 2 Thessalonians › Commentaries
• ISBN: 9780802865007
• Resource ID: LLS:NICNT73TH
• Resource Type: Bible Commentary
• Metadata Last Updated: 2021-06-01T19:31:12Z

About Leon Morris

Leon Morris (1914–2006) was a leading evangelical New Testament scholar. He received his PhD from the University of Cambridge in England. He was principal of Ridley College in Melbourne, Australia, retiring in 1979. He then served as visiting professor of New Testament at Trinity Evangelical Divinity School.