Matthew 1-7: A Commentary (Hermeneia: A Critical & Historical Commentary on the Bible) [Hardcover]

Ulrich Luz (Author), Helmut Koester (Editor), James E. Crouch (Translator)

Book Description

Series: Hermeneia: A Critical & Historical Commentary on the Bible | Publication Date: February 2007

The birth narrative, the baptism and temptation of Jesus, the beginnings of his Galilean ministry, and the Sermon on the Mount are all brilliantly illumined by Ulrich Luz's expert textual and historical-critical analysis and theological commentary. Luz brings special attention to the subsequent history of Christian appropriation of Matthew in homiletical and artistic interpretation, and addresses the terrible legacy of Christian anti-Judaism. This volume completes Luz's three-volume commentary on the Gospel of Matthew in the Hermeneia series. A translation of the earlier German edition of Matthew 1-7 appeared in Fortress Press's Continental Commentary series. The text has been thoroughly revised and updated.

Editorial Reviews

Review

"The textual engagement is astute, the theological exploration is insightful, and the history of interpretation material is unmatched." -- Warren Carter, Saint Paul School of Theology, Kansas City

"This volume is vintage Luz in its high-quality interpretive material." -- Warren Carter, Pherigo Professor of New Testament, Saint Paul School of Theology, Kansas City

Language Notes

Text: English (translation)
Original Language: German --This text refers to an alternate Hardcover edition.

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Product Details

• Hardcover: 436 pages
• Publisher: Fortress Press (February 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0800660994
• ISBN-13: 978-0800660994
• Product Dimensions: 9.5 x 8.5 x 1.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
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