Presents a balanced synthesis of the scholarship, enabling readers to interpret Scripture for a complex and pluralistic world. In this book, the introductory articles and section introductions discuss the dramatic challenges that have shaped contemporary interpretation of the New Testament.
The Fortress Commentary on the New Testament presents a balanced synthesis of current scholarship. The contributors bring a rich diversity of perspectives to the task of connecting solid historical critical analysis of Scripture with sensitivity to theological, cultural, and interpretive issues arising in our encounter with the text.The volume includes introductory articles, section introductions, and individual book articles that explore key sense units through three lenses: The Text in Its Ancient Context; The Text in the Interpretive Tradition; and The Text in Contemporary Discussion.Comprehensive and useful for preaching, teaching, and research.
