A classic commentary on the Old and New Testaments, complete and unabridged. Written in a clear, lucid style, it combines a profound reverence for the Bible with a rare objectivity in its exegesis.
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This review is from: Calvins Commentaries (22 Volume Set) (Hardcover)
A great commentary. Calvin does his own exegesis of the original text; allowing him to bring out a unique and delightful interpretation of the scriptures. Each section of scripture begins with his translation of the text, and then is expounded upon, point-by-point. This is a great and enlightening (and cheap may I add) addition to any Christians library. Calvin's efforts to finish a complete commentary of the bible were never achieved (due to his death I believe). So, the following books have no commentaries to them:Judges, Ruth, 1& 2 Samuel, 1& 2 Kings, 1 & 2 Chronicles, Ezra, Nehemiah, Esther, Job, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, Song of Solomon, 2 & 3 John, and Revelation. Also, in regards to this commentary, Calvin does a two volume Harmony of the Gospels (Matthew, Mark, and Luke), and has a separate commentary for the gospel of John. He also does a two volume Harmony of the Law (Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, and Deuteronomy). The entire set contains a total of 22 volumes, and the binding and pages of each volume are of good quality. All in all, this is a great commentary, something you can pass down to generations to come. IF... you're looking to get the theology of Calvin, then my friend, you're barking up the wrong tree, get Calvin's Institutes of the Christian Religion (BKA Calvin's Institutes).
43 of 45 people found the following review helpful:
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A Model for Biblical Exegesis,
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This review is from: Calvins Commentaries (22 Volume Set) (Hardcover)
Much has been written about the theology of John Calvin. For most, you either love him or hate him. Regardless of whether or not you love or hate him, he is a force to be reckoned with. Calvin was one of the greatest biblical scholars that ever lived. He had an incredible command of the Scriptures in that he did not base his interpretations on one or two passages, but sought to integrate all of the Scriptures' teaching. His commentaries reflect this well as Calvin shows that he is able to combine solid exegesis with pastoral insight (something lacking in many commentaries today). Even Jacob Arminius said: After the reading of Scripture, which I strenuously inculcate, and more than any other ... I recommend that the Commentaries of Calvin be read ... For I affirm that in the interpretation of the Scriptures Calvin is incomparable, and that his Commentaries are more to be valued than anything that is handed down to us in the writings of the Fathers -- so much that I concede to him a certain spirit of prophecy in which he stands distinguished above others, above most, indeed, above all." Calvin's comments are still relevant for Christians today, and serve as an excellent resource for pastors and teachers in the church. This set would have had 5 stars if it had a better translation. This one is slightly out-dated and poorly edited in some places. If you are on a budget, get this set (I have them on my shelf and use them regularly!). However, if you can afford to go higher with the price, get the paperback series from Eerdmans; It has a higher quality of translation. (However, you will have to be patient with the Eerdmans set as only the NT and a few volumes from the OT are currently available). Pastors should also look at Calvin's sermons (also available from Amazon) to see a great example of how one can explain and apply the great truths of the Bible to the people of God in their own day and age.
21 of 24 people found the following review helpful:
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Exellent, what a scholar!,
This review is from: Calvins Commentaries (22 Volume Set) (Hardcover)
What a brilliant mind! I have been greatly edified by this godly man and his devotion to the exposition of the scriptures. Oh that we had more scholars of his calibur today.Oh! And I use these commentaries daily in my bible study.
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