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The Gospel of Matthew: A Socio-rhetorical Commentary

Keener, Craig S.

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This commentary on Matthew offers a unique interpretive approach that focuses on the socio-historical context of the Gospel and the nature of Matthew's exhortation to his first-century Christian audience.

By merging a careful study of Matthew's Gospel in relation to the social context of the ancient Mediterranean world with a detailed look at what we know of first-century Jewish-Christian relations, Craig Keener uncovers significant insights into the Gospel not found in any other Matthew commentary.

In addition, Keener's commentary is a useful discipleship manual for the church. His approach recaptures the full "shock effect" of Jesus" teachings in their original context and allows Matthew to make his point with greater narrative artistry. Keener also brings home the total impact of Matthew's message, including its clear portrait of Jesus and its call for discipleship, both to the Gospel's ancient readers and to believers today.

Thoroughly researched, the book includes a 150-page bibliography of secondary sources, and more than 150 pages of indexes.

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  • Cover Type
    Paperback
  • ISBN
    9780802864987
  • Page Count
    1090
  • Publisher
    Eerdmans Publishing Company
  • Publication Date
    July 2009
  • Books of the Bible
    Matthew

Endorsements (5)

"A thorough commentary. Keener meticulously works his way through the Gospel dealing with important themes that emerge along the way. In the process, he provides a wealth of insight into life in Jesus' day and what Matthew's Gospel meant to the earliest readers.... Biblical scholars and well-schooled pastors will find it a valuable addition to their library."

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"Keener has produced a distinctive and valuable and insightful commentary. With its abundant references to ancient literature and secondary literature, it can only be described as a remarkable tour de force. Solidly evangelical, deeply thoughtful, always informed and eminently practical, this is a commentary that will faithfully lead readers to the heart of Matthew."

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Themelios

"This commentary is invaluable in its thorough discussion of social and historical background for virtually every sentence of the Gospel. The citations of both primary and secondary sources are encyclopedic. Keener's commentary sets a new standard in providing comprehensive and helpful background information."

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Interpretation

"Craig Keener's academic commentaries are among the most important in print, because they not only summarize former scholarship but add so many new insights from primary literature of the time."

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David InstoneBrewer University of Cambridge

Keener is an outstanding exegete. His commentary is distinctive in its emphasis on the social-historical context of the Gospel.

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Keith Mathison

About the Author

Craig Keener is professor of New Testament at Palmer Theological Seminary of Eastern University.

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The Gospel of Matthew: A Socio-rhetorical Commentary

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This commentary on Matthew offers a unique interpretive approach that focuses on the socio-historical context of the Gospel and the nature of Matthew's exhortation to his first-century Christian audience.

By merging a careful study of Matthew's Gospel in relation to the social context of the ancient Mediterranean world with a detailed look at what we know of first-century Jewish-Christian relations, Craig Keener uncovers significant insights into the Gospel not found in any other Matthew commentary.

In addition, Keener's commentary is a useful discipleship manual for the church. His approach recaptures the full "shock effect" of Jesus" teachings in their original context and allows Matthew to make his point with greater narrative artistry. Keener also brings home the total impact of Matthew's message, including its clear portrait of Jesus and its call for discipleship, both to the Gospel's ancient readers and to believers today.

Thoroughly researched, the book includes a 150-page bibliography of secondary sources, and more than 150 pages of indexes.

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