Library Guides: Biblical Research: Commentaries &amp; Introductions

Biblical Books in Canonical Order

Old Testament

New Testament

Apocrypha/Deuterocanon

Tobit
Judith
1-2 Maccabees
Wisdom of Solomon
Sirach/Ecclesiasticus
Baruch
Additions to Esther and Daniel and Letter of Jeremiah
1-2 Esdras
3-4 Maccabees

Selected Lists of Recommended Commentaries

Opinions as to the relative value of the various Bible commentaries vary widely among biblical scholars. Students may wish to consult with their own professors for their recommendations and preferences. The Bible commentary bibliographies listed under the Bibliographies & Introductions tab offer more extensive guidance on the selection of commentaries.

BestCommentaries.com
"Reviews and ratings of Biblical, theological, and practical Christian works"
Commentary on Commentaries
Lectionary Studies web site
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Recommended Old and New Testament Commentaries
Princeton Theological seminary

Top Commentaries on Every Book of the Bible by Mathison, Keith

Bible Commentary Series

Bible Introductions

The Abingdon Introduction to the Bible by Kaminsky, Joel S., Mark Reasoner, and Joel N. Lohr This comprehensive introduction to the various collections of biblical literature used by Jews, Catholics, and Protestants gives the beginner clear, concise, and engaging entries into each book while covering major controversies. The authors show how various biblical books have influenced and continue to have an impact upon western ethics, politics, and, of course, religion. Using artistic renderings and charts, this book is student-friendly but communicates a depth of learning in a responsible and balanced fashion. A CHOICE Magazine Outstanding Academic Title of 2014.
Call Number: EBSCO eBook
Publication Date: 2014
An Introduction to the Old Testament: Exploring Text, Approaches and Issues by Goldingay, John Enter the classroom of John Goldingay, one of today's premier biblical interpreters, and begin the adventure of exploring the Bible's First Testament.Some Old Testament introductions tell you what you could have seen for yourself. They might recount in detail what other scholars have said, and then tell you what you should think about it. But with refreshing directness, John Goldingay outfits you with basic knowledge, points out the main approaches, outlines the primary issues and then sets you loose to explore the terrain for yourself. Traverse the grand tapestry of the Torah. Discern the art and grain of biblical narrative. Listen to the cries, confessions and cadences of the Psalms. Probe the varied textures of wisdom literature. And ponder the prophets in the darkening nightmare of exile and the distant light of hope. More workbook than handbook, this introduction to the Old Testament is rooted in decades of tried and proven teaching. Goldingay displays a robust confidence in the truthfulness of Scripture combined with a refreshing trust in the reader's ability to grapple responsibly with the Old Testament. Even when the text hits you sideways, Goldingay encourages you not to squirm or run, but to grab hold and go deeper. Under his expert guidance the cordon between faith and criticism swings open into theological and spiritual insight.
Call Number: Ebook Central
Publication Date: 2015

Bible Commentaries Plus Library Guide

Please see the Bible Commentaries Plus library guide for more guidance on how to find Bible commentaries in the ORU Library. The links in the "Commentaries of Every Book of the Bible" box to the far left lead to this library guide.