I and II Samuel (OT Daily Study Bible Series) [Paperback]

David F. Payne (Author)

Book Description

Series: Daily Study Bible (Westminster Paperback) | Publication Date: January 1, 1982

The books of Samuel present a drama in which the principal players are the God of Israel, the prophet Samuel, and the first kings of Israel, Saul and David. In his masterful commentary David F. Payne shows that this Old Testament book combines history and theology as it narrates Samuel's virtues, Saul's defeats, and David's successes in relation to God's activities during an important phase in the life of Israel.

Carrying forward brilliantly the pattern established by Barclay's New Testament series, the Daily Study Bible has been extended to cover the entire Old Testament as well. Invaluable for individual devotional study, for group discussion, and for classroom use, the Daily Study Bible provides a useful, reliable, and eminently readable way to discover what the Scriptures were saying then and what God is saying today.

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About the Author

David F. Payne served as Senior Lecturer in Semitic Studies at Queen's University of Belfast and Academic Dean of London Bible College. He is the author of several books and articles on the Old Testament.

Product Details

• Paperback: 296 pages
• Publisher: Westminster John Knox Press (January 1, 1982)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0664245730
• ISBN-13: 978-0664245733
• Product Dimensions: 7.3 x 5 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 11.5 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (1 customer review)
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5.0 out of 5 stars Favorite Commentary of I and II Samuel, April 14, 2004

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Edward J. Vasicek "Author, pastor, columnist" (Kokomo, IN USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: I & II Samuel (Daily Study Bible (Westminster Hardcover)) (Hardcover)

David Payne has written a balanced commentary useful for pastors, teachers, or serious students of Scripture. It is conservative, does a fine job of interpretting the text without becoming tedious (sticks with English), and is exceptionally strong in drawing out principles for application.

If you are familiar with I and II Samuel, you are aware of the complex web of relationships within the book. Payne untangles them and provides clarity and solid analysis.

As a pastor of 25 years, I have preached through I and II Samuel on three occasions, and I have found this to be the most helpful of my commentaries. Highly recommended.