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This review is from: The Gospel According to Luke I-IX: Introduction, Translation, and Notes (The Anchor Bible, Vol. 28) (Hardcover)
Back when I was in Seminary I took a class on the Gospel of Luke where the instructor, instead of assigning a commentary as a textbook, instead had about a half dozen commentaries in the library on reserve. All students rotated between these commentaries before in class discussions on various texts. When reading Fitzmyer I was often frustrated by how long it takes for him to get to the point and how often he doesn't seem to make a firm stand on any meaning for the text. In fact, we had some rather negative things to say about his style...However, a funny thing happened when I got to class - on the days I had read Fitzmyer, I felt better prepared for the discussion than I was after reading most other commentaries. Fitzmyer communicates clearly most issues and points of view various interpreters have had with the text. He gives the information I needed to feel like I understood what is at issue in the text. At the end of class I picked his work for my library. He may not be the clearest at times. He may seem overly academic at times. On the other hand, he gives me the tools I need to work it out for myself.
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A magisterial work, even-handed scholarship.,
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This review is from: The Gospel According to Luke I-IX: Introduction, Translation, and Notes (The Anchor Bible, Vol. 28) (Hardcover)
Vol. 1 of a 2 vol. work, Fitzmyer gives the
most thorough and well-balanced analysis,
explanation, and exegesis of Luke in print. Not a light
read, but it will pay continued dividends every time
you return to it. Historical and linguistic insights,
and very balanced "moderate" criticism. Enoromously
valuable footnotes and bibliographical references. There
are more recent "Luke" studies, but Fitzmyer
will not be "dated" for many years.
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This review is from: The Gospel According to Luke I-IX: Introduction, Translation, and Notes (The Anchor Bible, Vol. 28) (Hardcover)
I have used this commentary for just over twenty years now, ever since my very first class in seminary. I have never been disappointed with Fitzmyer. Like Raymond Brown's two-volume "John" commentary for this same Anchor Bible series, these volumes by Fitzmyer are simply the best available.
The Anchor Bible format allows for extensive introductions that explore in depth the historical, critical, literary and theological scholarship that surrounds a given book. The introduction in this commentary is first-rate. In the Commentary section, the format offers first a section with a more detailed examination of the text, including language (In this case, Greek, although knowledge of Greek is not a necessity to benefit from this commentary) considerations, followed by a more broad interpretation of the same text. One can read the interpretation section, therefore, without wading through the entire exegetical minutia. Fitzmyer demonstrates his skill as an interpreter in both parts. He is a careful and detailed exegete who can also communicate the meaning of any given text. There are no perfect commentaries anywhere on any given biblical book, but I still recommend both volumes of Fitzmyer's magnificent exploration of Luke. This is a perfect book for pastors and students who want a deeper understanding of Luke's wonderful book.
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how "the Rev. Mr. Luke-we keep this traditional name for the author of Luke-Acts without any prejudice-became one of the heroes or, perhaps in some cases, more or less the villain of the play on the New Testament stage" ("Luke-Acts," 16). Indeed, he has been billed as "the dim wit among the evangelists" (a phrase attributed to G. W. H. Lampe by R. H. Fuller, The New Testament in Current Study [New York: Scribner, 1962] 89). Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
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how "the Rev. Mr. Luke-we keep this traditional name for the author of Luke-Acts without any prejudice-became one of the heroes or, perhaps in some cases, more or less the villain of the play on the New Testament stage" ("Luke-Acts," 16). Indeed, he has been billed as "the dim wit among the evangelists" (a phrase attributed to G. W. H. Lampe by R. H. Fuller, The New Testament in Current Study [New York: Scribner, 1962] 89). Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
catching human beings, radical critical approach, redactional modification, kai egeneto, kerygmatic elements, ecclesia pressa, kai autos, little interpolation, kai idou, biographical apophthegm, theological passive, cured demoniac, minor agreements, redactional addition, delayed parousia, fiery reformer, name repentance, anointed agent, salvific character, synoptic relationships, primitive kerygma, salvific plan, title kyrios, infancy narrative, gospel tradition Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
New Testament, John the Baptist, New York, Third Gospel, Marcan Gospel, Lucan Jesus, Acts of the Apostles, Period of Israel, Gospel of Luke, Josephus Ant, Jewish Christian, Luke's Gospel, Neuen Testament, Palestinian Jews, University Press, Hellenistic Greek, Jerusalem Temple, Jesus Christ, Synoptic Gospels, Katholisches Bibelwerk, Grand Rapids, Jesus of Nazareth, Gentile Christian, Herod Antipas, Matthean Gospel New!
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- Style and Literary Method of Luke by Henry J. Cadbury on 4 pages
- The Beginnings of Christianity by F. J. Jackson on 4 pages
- Twelve New Testament Studies (Study in Bible Theology) by John A. T. Robinson on page 389, page 462, and page 475
- Studies in New Testament and Early Christian Literature: Essays in Honor of Allen P. Wikgren (Novum Testamentum , Suppl. 33) by David E. Aune on page 60, page 126, and page 416
- Parables of the Kingdom by C. H. Dodd on page 282, and page 600
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