Romans: Hermeneia, a Critical and Historical Commentary on the Bible

By: Robert Jewett, Eldon J. Epp

Product Description

More than 25 years in the making, this landmark work not only untangles Paul's complicated (and sometimes convoluted) chain of thought, but also highlights his upcoming mission to Spain and explains how he reframed classical codes of honor and shame. A signal contribution to this Mt. Everest of epistles. 1000 pages, hardcover. Fortress.

Product Information

Format: Hardcover
Number of Pages: 1000
Vendor: Fortress Press
Publication Date: 2006
Dimensions: 9.5 X 8.50 X 2.50 (inches)

ISBN: 0800660846
ISBN-13: 9780800660840
Availability: In Stock
Series: Hermeneia Commentary

Publisher's Description

Deeply conversant in the full range of questions and interpretations of the letter, Jewett's commentary explores the crucial and controverted passages that have always animated studies of Romans. Jewett also incorporates the exciting new insights from archaeology of the city of Rome, social history of early Christianity, social-scientific work on early Christianity, and the interpretation and reception of Paul's letter through the ages.

Product Reviews

Romans: Hermeneia, a Critical and Historical Commentary on the Bible 5 5 1 1

Absolutely amazing. It is quite expensive, but worth every penny - I guarantee you. A huge bibliography with several indexes (Greek words, subject matter, authors cited, Bible and early Christian works). They break down every verse and use Greek exegesis to explain the verse and how it relates to the given passage and chapter. They not only show textual variants within the Greek, but they also explain the possibilities of why the particular variants exist. This is the first book within the commentary series I purchased - and surely won't be the last. You won't regret spending the amount of money on this commentary. September 17, 2010