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26 of 29 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
William Lane, professor of Biblical Studies as Seattle Pacific University, has written a highly readable yet very scholarly commentary on Mark's gospel for the New International Commentary on the New Testament Series. Lane does an excellent job analyzing the structure and themes within Mark, explaning parables from different angles (as well as understanding one parable through the other parables), and commenting on other aspects of ancient Roman and Jewish life.
This reader also appreciates the conservative approach to Lane's commentary. With so many authors attempting scholarly acrobatics to learn about the "Markan community" or practice source criticism, it is refreshing to read a scholarly commentary that holds a traditional view--Mark from the book of Acts wrote this Gospel based almost exclusively on the teachings of Peter. While many reviewers herald this "new and exciting" method of interpreting Mark, there is actually little "new" about it--the traditional conservative view of Mark that the church has always held is the view proposed by Lane.
Although an excellent work, this author does have one criticism concerning the ending of Mark. While Lane is with the majority of scholars in looking down their noses at Mark 16:9ff, Lane dismisses these verses as "unoriginal" without much of a discussion. Without even reprinting the text, he criticizes those who hold to the originality of these verses as unscholarly and speculative. A fuller argument for his premature ending, a more detailed explanation of the function of this abrupt "literary device" and a short commentary on Mark 16:9ff would have been greatly appreciated by this reader, especially in the light that Lane seemingl treats the ridiculous Freer Logion as sacred writing.... Read more ›
This reader also appreciates the conservative approach to Lane's commentary. With so many authors attempting scholarly acrobatics to learn about the "Markan community" or practice source criticism, it is refreshing to read a scholarly commentary that holds a traditional view--Mark from the book of Acts wrote this Gospel based almost exclusively on the teachings of Peter. While many reviewers herald this "new and exciting" method of interpreting Mark, there is actually little "new" about it--the traditional conservative view of Mark that the church has always held is the view proposed by Lane.
Although an excellent work, this author does have one criticism concerning the ending of Mark. While Lane is with the majority of scholars in looking down their noses at Mark 16:9ff, Lane dismisses these verses as "unoriginal" without much of a discussion. Without even reprinting the text, he criticizes those who hold to the originality of these verses as unscholarly and speculative. A fuller argument for his premature ending, a more detailed explanation of the function of this abrupt "literary device" and a short commentary on Mark 16:9ff would have been greatly appreciated by this reader, especially in the light that Lane seemingl treats the ridiculous Freer Logion as sacred writing.... Read more ›
8 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Scholarship has moved on since this commentary was published. However, do not rush to newer, fancier looking commentaries--quite yet. William Lane has much to teach in this commentary and it is still worth the effort to carefully work through his reflections on Mark's gospel. I have used this commentary regularly in the years that I have been preparing sermons on the gospel of Mark and it has been a trusted and trustworthy companion. This is one of those books that the pastor could purchase and use with benefit to the congregation. I only wish it could be updated a bit.
9 of 11 people found the following review helpful
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This book actually did more than just interpret passages for me. I actually learned how to look at Scripture properly. I also learned a lot about Jesus, even though I thought I knew a lot about Him already, and the Kingdom. Most commentaries do not cause you to think and chew on passages, but this one did. These commentaries are so far above most of the others in insight and exegesis. Great insight into why Jesus cursed the fig tree. Well done.
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This is one of the best Scholarly Bible Commentary sets that I have found. It is great for deep Bible exploration.
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Another Excellent New International Commentary on the New Testament
March 12, 2013
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William Lane's excellent commentary is, in the manner of the other NICOTNT, is very informative and yet easily understood by those like myself who have no basic knowledge of New Testament Greek. Those who desire to have an explanation of the linguistics involved will not be disappointed since that matter is well presented. However, I've found the clarity of the basic commentary to be of great use and value.
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This commentary is a great resource. Using it for a sermon series on Mark I've found it to be helpful in many ways.
By Christian T.
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Having followed Professor Lane's works for years I was surprised with I received this book in the mail from a friend of mine. To say the least, it was refreshing to read a conservative viewpoint about the Gospel of Mark. To be certain, there are more updated books critiquing the same, however, this doesn't mean that the book is not up-to-speed. While I'd like to see certain aspects of the book updated, all-in-all I'd give the author 5 out of 5 stars.
Format:Hardcover
William Lane's commentary on Mark in the NICNT series lived up to its reputation. I picked it up for teaching through Mark in a small group study. Lane's study was in depth and scholarly while still useful for teaching in the local church. Lane bases a fair amount of his commentary on conservative redaction criticism. While I personally am skeptical of how much can be discerned through this discipline, Lane uses good common sense and is rarely speculative. There is an awareness of the relevance of Mark's Gospel for a life of following Jesus. He defends the veracity of the Gospel's account and offers excellent historical background information. I also used Garland, Brooks and France, but Lane was my first stop. Though it may be getting dated for the academic community, it remains useful for solid, well-written exegesis. This is highly recommended for studies on Mark.
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Mark's Gospel In Exposition
The late William L. Lane in 1974 produced a classic Commentary on Mark in which he posited various solutions to the problems of this Gospel in a brief synopsis that set out his... Read more
Published 11 months ago by STUDYBOX
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Gospel of Mark
I find the book well written, and etailed.
It provides an excellent topic by topic exposition of the Gospel, and the wording is understandable for lay people, as well as... Read more
It provides an excellent topic by topic exposition of the Gospel, and the wording is understandable for lay people, as well as... Read more
Published on April 6, 2008 by Paul Burgess
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Excellent resource
I found it to be a very thorough exegesis of the text and helpful in seeing the organic structure native to Mark. Worth having and working through.
Published on September 17, 2007 by Jeffrey W. Brannen
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Excellent Scholarship, but not the most recent Translation
I find it truly amazing that there is still so much lively discussion about a Gospel of the New Testament which has been a cornerstone of Christian faith for almost 2000 years;... Read more
Published on March 25, 2007 by B. Marold
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Great resource for understanding both content and structure of Mark
I, like others in my position, frequently lead group studies of Mark using the inductive bible study method. Read more
Published on November 9, 2006 by Jason Dee Toman
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- Coming of the Kingdom by Herman N. Ridderbos on 11 pages
- Mysterious Revelation An Examination of the Philosophy by T. A. Burkill on 9 pages
- The New Testament and Rabbinic Judaism by David Daube on 9 pages
- The History of the Synoptic Tradition by Rudolf Bultmann on 6 pages
- Tannaitic Parallels to the Gospels (Journal of Biblical Literature. Monograph Series) by Morton Smith on 6 pages
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- Gentiles in the Gospel of Mark: 'Even the Dogs Under the Table Eat the Children's Crumbs' (Library of New Testament Studies) by Kelly Iverson on page 29, and Back Matter
- New Testament Survey by Merrill C. Tenney on page 171
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