Song of Songs

Song of Songs
Author: Richard S. Hess
Publisher: Baker Academic
Total Pages: 288
Release: 2005-04
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0801027128

This verse-by-verse commentary offers a fresh reading of an intriguing book of the Old Testament.

Proverbs

Proverbs
Author: Tremper Longman
Publisher: Baker Academic
Total Pages: 608
Release: 2006-06
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 080102692X

Veteran Old Testament scholar Tremper Longman combines a careful reading of Proverbs with theological insights.

Job

Job
Author: Elmer B. Smick
Publisher: Zondervan Academic
Total Pages: 426
Release: 2017-03-07
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0310531837

Continuing a Gold Medallion Award-winning legacy, the completely revised Expositor's Bible Commentary puts world-class biblical scholarship in your hands. A staple for students, teachers, and pastors worldwide, The Expositor's Bible Commentary (EBC) offers comprehensive yet succinct commentary from scholars committed to the authority of the Holy Scriptures. The EBC uses the New International Version of the Bible, but the contributors work from the original Hebrew and Greek languages and refer to other translations when useful. Each section of the commentary includes: An introduction: background information, a short bibliography, and an outline An overview of Scripture to illuminate the big picture The complete NIV text Extensive commentary Notes on textual questions, key words, and concepts Reflections to give expanded thoughts on important issues The series features 56 contributors, who: Believe in the divine inspiration, complete trustworthiness, and full authority of the Bible Have demonstrated proficiency in the biblical book that is their specialty Are committed to the church and the pastoral dimension of biblical interpretation Represent geographical and denominational diversity Use a balanced and respectful approach toward marked differences of opinion Write from an evangelical viewpoint For insightful exposition, thoughtful discussion, and ease of use—look no further than The Expositor's Bible Commentary.

Handbook on the Wisdom Books and Psalms

Handbook on the Wisdom Books and Psalms
Author: Daniel J. Estes
Publisher: Baker Academic
Total Pages: 448
Release: 2010-01-01
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1441201572

This valuable resource introduces readers to the Old Testament books of wisdom and poetry--Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and Song of Songs--and helps them better understand each book's overall flow. Estes summarizes some of each book's key issues, offers an exposition of the book that interacts with major commentaries and recent studies, and concludes with an extensive bibliography. Now in paperback.

Ecclesiastes

Ecclesiastes
Author: Craig G. Bartholomew
Publisher: Baker Academic
Total Pages: 448
Release: 2009-06
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0801026911

A world-renowned Old Testament scholar provides a careful exegetical reading of Ecclesiastes with theological insights for serious students of the Bible.

Song of Songs (Baker Commentary on the Old Testament Wisdom and Psalms)

Song of Songs (Baker Commentary on the Old Testament Wisdom and Psalms)
Author: Richard S. Hess
Publisher: Baker Books
Total Pages: 187
Release: 2005-04-01
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1441205020

Richard Hess has written an insightful commentary on one of the most intriguing books of the Bible, which celebrates God's gift of love. Following an introduction to the biblical book and a history of its interpretation, Hess divides his discussion into seven major sections. Each section begins with a fresh translation, followed by paragraph-by-paragraph commentary, and concluding with a summary of the passage's theological implications. Technical questions related to the Hebrew text or scholarly debate are addressed in the footnotes. Pastors and teachers will find here an accessible commentary that will serve as an excellent resource for their study. This is the first volume in the Baker Commentary on the Old Testament Wisdom and Psalms series.

Zondervan Illustrated Bible Backgrounds Commentary

Zondervan Illustrated Bible Backgrounds Commentary
Author: John H. Walton
Publisher: Zondervan
Total Pages: 594
Release: 2009
Genre: Literary Criticism
ISBN: 0310255775

This series brings to life the world of the Old Testament through informative entries and full-color photos and graphics. Here readers find the premier commentary set for connecting with the historical and cultural context of the Old Testament.

The Message of the Song of Songs

The Message of the Song of Songs
Author: Tom Gledhill
Publisher: Inter-Varsity Press
Total Pages: 260
Release: 2023-08-17
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1783596481

In unrivalled poetic language, the Song of Songs explores the whole range of emotions experienced by its two lovers as they work out their commitment to each other, consummated in marriage. The Song's powerful and unabashed affirmation of love, loyalty and earthy sexuality is urgently relevant today, when commercialised eroticism is in, and permanency in relationships is out. Tom Gledhill argues that beauty, intimacy and sexual consummation are to be celebrated, but not as ends in themselves. Rather, the point to another world, another dimension, only occasionally and dimly perceived. God has chose the love of a man and a woman as an image of his own love of his people.

The Song of Solomon

The Song of Solomon
Author: G. Lloyd Carr
Publisher: InterVarsity Press
Total Pages: 0
Release: 1984
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9780877842682

The Song of Solomon, as its Hebrew title indicates, is "the best of songs." In it we hear the passionate melody of romantic love. But whose love is described? Is it a couple's love for each other, God's love for Israel or Christ's love for the church? This Old Testament book has fascinated and perplexed interpreters for centuries. They have felt uncomfortable--even embarrassed--when confronted with its strange and erotic imagery."The Song is a celebration of the nature of humanity---male and female created in God's image for mutal support and enjoyment. There is nothing here of the aggressive male and the reluctant or victimized female. They are one in their desires because their desires are God-given." So writes Lloyd Carr in this introduction and commentary to the Song of Solomon. With his own unique style, Carr skillfully explains the meaning of this ancient love story in a way that can be clearly grasped and applied for Christians living in today's world.

Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, Song of Songs (Understanding the Bible Commentary Series)

Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, Song of Songs (Understanding the Bible Commentary Series)
Author: Roland E. Murphy
Publisher: Baker Books
Total Pages: 336
Release: 2012-07-01
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1441238441

The Understanding the Bible Commentary Series helps any reader navigate the strange and sometimes intimidating literary terrain of the Bible. These accessible volumes break down the barriers between the ancient and modern worlds so that the power and meaning of the biblical texts become transparent to contemporary readers. The contributors tackle the task of interpretation using the full range of critical methodologies and practices, yet they do so as people of faith who hold the text in the highest regard. Pastors, teachers, and lay people alike will cherish the easily understandable truth found in this commentary series.