In this detailed exposition of Pauls letters to the Colossians and Philemon, noted scholar Dunn gives you a dynamic picture of the life of the early church and, in particular, Pauls mission to the Colossians. Verse-by-verse commentary; extensive introductions that discuss authorship, dating, and structure; and an examination of the trouble at Colossae show you how faith in Christ shaped a community of believers.
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6 of 8 people found the following review helpful
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Usually an unabashed fan of the NIGTC series, I have to take a star off Professor's Dunn's otherwise excellent commentary for what I perceive to be his limited ability to understand the tradition of Christian "mysticism" which leads to him belittling it unnecessarily and without textual support and analysis (the passage I am thinking of specifically is his commentary on Col 3:1-4).
Having said that, from the narrower focus of evangelical scholarship Dunn provides a thorough and engaging volume. I just prefer a broader perspective, and so cannot award the fifth star as I need to purchase another commentary on the Greek text to find the analysis I am seeking.
Having said that, from the narrower focus of evangelical scholarship Dunn provides a thorough and engaging volume. I just prefer a broader perspective, and so cannot award the fifth star as I need to purchase another commentary on the Greek text to find the analysis I am seeking.
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First off, I am a great admirer of Professor Dunn. I frequently consult his excellent work "The Theology of Paul the Apostle" which I suppose puts me squarely in the "New Perspective" school. There is enough of the "New Perspective" in this volume to challange serious students of Paul's work, but the work mainly consists of excellent, sound exegesis and application. Professor Dunn has a calm and entertaining writing style that make his books hard to put down.
As regards to the controversial postion of the authorship of Colossians, Dunn believes that Timothy actually wrote the letter, due to textural differences between this letter and the undisputed Paulines. I will leave this debate to the scholars; since Timothy is listed as one of the authors I certainly have no problem with Dunn's postions.
I have a very high regard for this series in general, and for my thoughts I would refer you to my other reviews on volumes in this series. I highly recommend this work to any serious student of Paul. And, by the way, he does a great job with Philemon as well.
As regards to the controversial postion of the authorship of Colossians, Dunn believes that Timothy actually wrote the letter, due to textural differences between this letter and the undisputed Paulines. I will leave this debate to the scholars; since Timothy is listed as one of the authors I certainly have no problem with Dunn's postions.
I have a very high regard for this series in general, and for my thoughts I would refer you to my other reviews on volumes in this series. I highly recommend this work to any serious student of Paul. And, by the way, he does a great job with Philemon as well.
2 of 4 people found the following review helpful
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If you are a student of Paul's writings, then you know the name James Dunn. He has written the VERY WELL recieved Theology of Paul. Dunn is very qualified and his writing clear and understandable.
No, I don't agree with every point he makes, but Dunn has really opened up Colossians for me in a way that O'Brien (Pride of Place) never did. Very insightful.
DA Carson, in his excellent commentary on commentaries, New Testament Commentary Survey, picks Dunn as second for Colossians and comments that he is more up to date than OBrien on various issues.
This is one that you will enjoy.
JJ
No, I don't agree with every point he makes, but Dunn has really opened up Colossians for me in a way that O'Brien (Pride of Place) never did. Very insightful.
DA Carson, in his excellent commentary on commentaries, New Testament Commentary Survey, picks Dunn as second for Colossians and comments that he is more up to date than OBrien on various issues.
This is one that you will enjoy.
JJ
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Abbott, T.K., A Critical and Exegetical Commentary on the Epistles to the Ephesians and to the Colossians (ICC; Edinburgh: Clark, 1897) Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
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New Testament, Christ Jesus, Colossian Christians, Grand Rapids, Asia Minor, Cambridge University, Colossian Jews, Lord Jesus Christ, Psalms of Solomon, Old Testament, Der Brief, Die Briefe, Letters of Paul, Neuen Testament, New York, Hellenistic Judaism, Neues Testament, Urban Christians, Contra Apionem, New Haven, Testament of Job, Der Philemonbrief, Jewish Messiah, Kolosser Epheser Philemon, Messiah Jesus New!
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Abbott, T.K., A Critical and Exegetical Commentary on the Epistles to the Ephesians and to the Colossians (ICC; Edinburgh: Clark, 1897) Read the first page Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
specialibus legibus, thematic statement, second strophe, empty deceit, divine fullness, double emphasis, first strophe, angel worship Key Phrases - Capitalized Phrases (CAPs): (learn more)
New Testament, Christ Jesus, Colossian Christians, Grand Rapids, Asia Minor, Cambridge University, Colossian Jews, Lord Jesus Christ, Psalms of Solomon, Old Testament, Der Brief, Die Briefe, Letters of Paul, Neuen Testament, New York, Hellenistic Judaism, Neues Testament, Urban Christians, Contra Apionem, New Haven, Testament of Job, Der Philemonbrief, Jewish Messiah, Kolosser Epheser Philemon, Messiah Jesus New!
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- Colossians and Philemon (Hermeneia: a Critical and Historical Commentary on the Bible) by Eduard Lohse on 89 pages
- Colossians and Philemon (Crossway Classic Commentaries) by J. B. Lightfoot on 36 pages
- Colossians and Philemon (New Testament Guides) by John M. Barclay on 4 pages
- Greek New Testament-FL (Greek and English Edition) by B. Aland on 4 pages
- Pauline Theology: Ministry and Society by E. Earle Ellis on page 8, page 48, and page 285
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- Slaves in the New Testament: Literary, Social, and Moral Dimensions by J. Albert Harrill in Back Matter (1), Back Matter (2), and Back Matter (3)
- Jesus in Solidarity with His People by William Reiser S.J. in Back Matter
- A Woman's Place: House Churches in Earliest Christianity by Carolyn Osiek in Back Matter
- Philippians and Philemon (Sacra Pagina) by Bonnie B. Thurston on page 198
- Universal Salvation?: The Current Debate by Robin A. Parry in Back Matter
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