Romans (Sacra Pagina Series) (Sacra Pagina (Quality Paper)) [Paperback]

Brendan Byrne (Author), Daniel J. Harrington (Editor)

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Series: Sacra Pagina (Quality Paper) | Publication Date: October 7, 2007

Touching upon all major theological themes, Paul s letter to the Romans has been the single most influential document in the Christian tradition. Author: Brendan Byrne Format: Paperback, 506 pages Publisher: Liturgical Press ISBN: 9780814659694

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• Paperback: 506 pages
• Publisher: Liturgical Press (October 7, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0814659691
• ISBN-13: 978-0814659694
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6.1 x 1.1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.6 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #591,240 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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25 of 25 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent commentary on Paul and related contemporary issues, April 24, 2001

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Christopher W. Coffman (Sydney, Australia) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Romans (Sacra Pagina) (Hardcover)

This is a truly outstanding book by one of the more profound thinkers on Pauline theology working today. The format of the book is extremely helpful as well--clear, logically laid out, and the relationship between text and commentary is robust and very useful for both the casual browser and the scholar seeking to elucidate a particular passage.

One of the most interesting features of this commentary are the author's thoughts on one of the thorniest, but potentially most exciting issues in Christian theology today--the relationship between early Christianity and Judaism. There is much misunderstanding and sorrow associated with this subject, and there have been extremely exciting and potentially healing advances made in the scholarship in this area over the last twenty years or so.

This book can serve as an introduction to, or a companion to, the books of Krister Stendhal, W.D. Davies (including the Cambridge History of Judaism which he edited), E.P. Sanders, and others from the Christian side, as well as the works of Segal, Mark Nanos and Daniel Boyarin from the Jewish side. Paul's central role in the relationship between Judaism and Christianity--much misunderstood--is well worth revisiting, and has implications for the spiritual life and personal conduct of any reader today.

This is a humane, stimulating and apposite work. Highly recommended!

27 of 28 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Very good book on the theological issues of Romans, April 20, 2002

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Joe J Kussey (Yuma, Arizona United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Romans (Sacra Pagina) (Hardcover)

I have been looking for a "scholarly" Catholic commentary of the Bible for awhile. Navarre is limited in complex ideas, such as the justification question presented in Romans, and Collegeville is not detailed enough. Other commentaries, of course, come with a decidedly Protestant interpretation, watering down several key verses. With the Sacra Pagina Romans book, however, I have found an outstanding book. It details the many key words necessary to explore Romans, such as Paul's use of justification, salvation, and the righteousness of God. These terms are key (and what separates Catholic from Protestants, to a large degree, on faith/works, justification, etc.) to understanding Paul. The theological depths of the book is just what I was looking for. While Catholic, there is not a "Catholic apologetic" tone. The facts are laid out in a very user-friendly way. I am still debating whether to continue purchasing books of the Sacra Pagina series, as I didn't much care for the Matthew book. But the Romans book is an outstanding scholarly approach that details many lines of theological thought that ALL Christians will find useful. A well done book.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent Analysis of Romans, August 8, 2010

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This review is from: Romans (Sacra Pagina Series) (Sacra Pagina (Quality Paper)) (Paperback)

The Sacra Pagina series on the New Testament is an outstanding reference work for any student of the New Testament. The book on Romans is by Brendan Byrne. I was introduced to this series when I took a graduate level course in the New Testament. The professor recommended this series as excellent New Testament reference books. I lead a weekly bible discussion group and I have found this series to be of immense help. I am able to review Romans line by line and receive the benefit of knowledgeable Catholic bible experts. I may not share the same views as the author on every passage but I can review his analysis and he also points me to other sources. However, if you needed one book as a guide to Romans this is it.