The Gospel of Luke (The Daily Study Bible Series. -- Rev. ed) [Paperback]

William Barclay (Author, Editor)

Book Description

Series: The Daily Study Bible Series. -- Rev. ed | Publication Date: October 1975

"Dr. Barclay's own literary and intellectual talents complement the marvelous appeal of the good physican, so that we may apprehend here, as perhaps never before, the unique, multifaceted excellence of the loveliest book in the world". Luke reported fully and clearly for everyone.

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Language Notes

Text: English, Greek (translation) --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.

About the Author

William Barclay (1907-1978) is known and loved by millions worldwide as one of the greatest Christian teachers of modern times. His insights into the New Testament, combined with his vibrant writing style, have delighted and enlightened readers of all ages for over half a century. He served for most of his life as Professor of Divinity at the University of Glasgow, and wrote more than fifty books--most of which are still in print today. His most popular work, the Daily Study Bible, has been translated into over a dozen languages and has sold more than ten million copies around the world. --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.

Product Details

• Paperback: 300 pages
• Publisher: Westminster John Knox Pr; Revised Edition edition (October 1975)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0664241034
• ISBN-13: 978-0664241032
• Product Dimensions: 7.3 x 4.9 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (10 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,765,232 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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22 of 22 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Filled with facinating trivia, history and background., May 2, 1998

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Miles Appling ([e-mail]) (Kansas City, Missouri) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Gospel of Luke (Daily Study Bible (Westminster Hardcover)) (Hardcover)

I used this as my study while teaching the Gospel of Luke to a Sunday School Class. This commentary made my lessons fill with great background and history. The outlines are built into the book and ready to use as a template for a lesson. This is one of the best for teaching on a weekly basis or for preaching.

17 of 18 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Insightful, yet outdated, July 7, 2006

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Ha Ha Ha "linchemanoa" (Hongkong) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Gospel of Luke (Daily Study Bible Series) (Paperback)

Barclay is one of the most insightful commentators of the New Testament. Written about 50 years ago, much of the background information and schalorship in his commentaries are outdated. Sometimes he stretched historical/cultural background too much to explain the text. Conservative readers should be aware that Barclay was a universalist (one who believes that all people will be saved ultimately). He does not believe in miracles and tries to explain them away in his commentaries on the Gospels. However, his comments on the relevance of the Bible can still be very valuable for discerning readers.

Advanced students would not need be told where to find more updated scholarship on NT Bible. Beginning students should get Tom Wright's "Luke For Everyone" or Trent Butler's volume on Luke in Holman New Testament Commentary series instead of Barclay's. Tom Wright's work is based on much more updated scholarship, and his writing style is very engaging. The volume on Luke in NIV Application Commentary series is written by Bock, one of the leading scholars on Luke. It provides excellent exegesis, though ironically, the application sections are not as strong. Mainline/liberal readers should check out the New Interpreter's Bible.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars The Gospel of Luke by William Barclay, March 17, 2006

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C. Greenwald (Cincinnati, OH) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Gospel of Luke (Daily Study Bible Series) (Paperback)

We are doing this book in my women's Bible Study, one chapter of Luke a week. It is being very well received by the ladies and someone comments each week on how much they like his commentary. It precipitates great discussions and we are all learning more each week.