Luke (New Testament Library | NTL)
Overview
This new, authoritative commentary on the Gospel of Luke epitomizes the New Testament Library series. Combining scholarly rigor and theological insight, John T. Carroll not only focuses on the Gospel text but also makes frequent reference to Luke’s second volume, the book of Acts, to show how the two writings work together to present a full picture of the life of Christ and the work of the apostles. In addition, Carroll includes several illuminating notions about special topics in Luke’s Gospel: a comparison of the birth announcements to Mary and Zechariah, an examination of the role of women, a discussion of wealth and poverty, and insights on the reign of God and the Roman Empire.
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Key Features
- Shows the link between Luke and Acts
- Examines the role of women
- Insights on the reign of God and the Roman Empire
Top Highlights
“This is nonretaliation, to be sure, but it is far from passive (cf. Vinson 187); an act of unexpected restraint and kindness transforms the encounter and exposes injustice for what it is, for all who observe.” (Page 152)
“Refuge comes from God, not from the temple, yet not even the Son of God may presume upon God to rescue him from mortal danger (not to mention an act of sheer folly). Jesus has reframed the devil’s psalm-inspired challenge; it is not about bold trust in God but about presumption—the Son of God’s daring to put God to the test by trusting in his own special status.” (Page 104)
“Zechariah’s song indicates that salvation is a multivalent term, one that has both sociopolitical and religious dimensions (Green 114–15).” (Page 59)
“The passage is thus complex, presenting two foci with distinct thematic emphases: Jesus’ wisdom and his divine sonship” (Page 85)
“‘Granted [indeed] you are God’s Son’—the devil assumes this to be true. The ordeal of the temptation centers on the meaning of Jesus’ divine sonship. What does it mean for his life and mission? Is the enticement of the first test for Jesus to embrace a ministry of miracle? Certainly, Jesus will perceive his calling as declaring good news of God’s reign (e.g., 4:43) and summoning the lost into that realm (e.g., 5:32; 19:10), not performing miracles. Nevertheless, he will perform extraordinary acts of healing and even multiply bread for a hungry crowd (9:12–17). The focus of the first test is rather Jesus’ reliance upon God’s provision, and his refusal to order his life to serve his own need.” (Pages 102–103)
Praise for the Print Edition
Largely free from entering into scholarly debates (but resting on sound scholarship) this commentary on the Gospel of Luke concentrates on expounding the theological narrative of Luke in simple language so that preachers and study group leaders will have a valuable, easily accessible tool with just the right amount of explanatory comment and at an appropriate level for their purposes.
—I. Howard Marshall, emeritus, University of Aberdeen
Here is a significant work on Luke’s Gospel that combines sensitive literary interests with theological acumen. The result is exactly what we might expect from John Carroll: a reliable and thoughtful guide through Luke’s story of Jesus.
—Joel B. Green, professor of New Testament, Fuller Theological Seminary
- Title: Luke: A Commentary
- Author: John T. Carroll
- Edition: First Edition
- Series: The New Testament Library
- Publisher: Westminster John Knox
- Print Publication Date: 2012
- Logos Release Date: 2015
- Pages: 600
- Era: era:contemporary
- Language: English
- Resources: 1
- Format: Digital › Logos Research Edition
- Subject: Bible. N.T. Luke › Commentaries
- ISBNs: 9780664239459, 9780664221065, 0664239455, 0664221068
- Resource ID: LLS:NTL63LU
- Resource Type: Bible Commentary
- Metadata Last Updated: 2024-03-25T20:29:15Z
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