Hebrews: Hermeneia, A Critical nd Historical Commentary on the Bible

By: Harold W. Attridge

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Reviewer Raymond E. Brown (Theological Studies) says of this volume in the Hermeneia series, "Attridge's research is impressively comprehensive; his evaluations are succinct and clear; his disagreements with other scholars are expressed graciously and supported by reasoning. Attridge is adept in retaining what is good from views he does not accept, and so frequently he offers readers a broad, centrist interpretation, escaping idiosyncrasy.This is a commentary worthy of serious discussion - the best that exists in English."

This is a highly in-depth, technical commentary from a liberal theological perspective. It is a critical and historical commentary which is very well documented and technical. There is a detailed exposition in a verse by verse format. There is much material here which is of use to liberal students and scholars as well as evangelical.

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Format: Hardcover
Number of Pages: 437
Vendor: Fortress Press
Publication Date: 1989
Dimensions: 1.50 X 8.50 X 9.75 (inches)

ISBN: 0800660218
ISBN-13: 9780800660215
Availability: In Stock
Series: Hermeneia Commentary

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Hebrews: Hermeneia, A Critical nd Historical Commentary on the Bible 4 5 1 1

I must admit that I had serious reservations about using this commentary since it was written by a member of the "Jesus Seminar." However, after using it in a number of studies in Hebrews, I must now admit that it is extremely helpful. It is easy to read for the informed layman and is a goldmine for Greek students. Pastors and teachers will appreciate Attridge's wide knowledge of extra-biblical resources that help understand the original situation. If Attridge is as skeptical of the text of scripture as most other members of the "Jesus Seminar," it does not show up in this commentary. I wonder if Attridge has really adopted the skeptical presuppositions of the seminar, or if he is simply an interested member. At any rate, this commentary was very helpful in my Hebrews studies, along with Lane, Koester and Ellingworth. March 18, 2003