Zondervan NIV Matthew Henry Commentary [Hardcover]

Matthew Henry (Author)

Book Description

Series: Premier Reference Series | Publication Date: April 1, 1999

Time has sealed the reputation of Matthew Henry's classic commentary as a rich source of insight into God's word. Four centuries after its first publication, it remains one of the best-loved, most popular commentaries ever written. However, while its wisdom is timeless, the English language has changed much through the years. Words that meant one thing in Matthew Henry's day have taken on different meanings today. In addition, Henry's often wordy reflections are generations removed from the crisp style that communicates most effectively to contemporary readers. The Zondervan NIV Matthew Henry Commentary is a masterful response to these concerns. It delivers the heart and soul of Henry's incomparable writings in a style that is easy to read and understand. -Dr. Leslie Church's meticulous abridgment retains the essential content of the original work. - Easily misunderstood words have been replaced with modern ones while keeping Henry's style. - Use of the New International Version (NIV) instead of the King James Version makes this edition fully compatible with today's most widely used Bible translation. In one volume, here is a wealth of exposition, metaphors, analogies, and illustrations, ideal for - Personal devotions - Bible study - Sermon and lesson preparation

Editorial Reviews

From the Publisher

When attractiveness and quality construction rank next to content in importance, the Premier Reference Series is the reference library of choice. NIV lovers will be proud to include this beautiful and eminently useful set in their study. This series is for the discriminating individual who wants only the best Bible study resources available in terms of both thoroughness of information and excellence in design. From bleached, high-grade paper to sturdy binding, the Premier Reference Series combines upper-end materials and sophisticated appeal with the finest in evangelical scholarship. The 6-volume Premier Reference Series includes: ? Zondervan NIV Exhaustive Concordance--The only concordance ever to win a Gold Medallion, this world-class volume gives complete access to every word of the NIV text as well as to the Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek from which the NIV was translated. Includes Goodrick-Kohlenberger numbering system. ? The Zondervan NIV Bible Commentary (2 volumes)--This abridgment of the award-winning, 12-volume Expositor's Bible Commentary is perfect for those who aren't satisfied with the limitations of one-volume commentaries, but who don't require a large, expensive set. ? Zondervan NIV Matthew Henry Commentary--Adapted to the NIV, meticulously condensed to retain the essential content of the original work, and carefully updated to afford clarity, this important volume faithfully preserves Matthew Henry's style and wisdom for today's reader. ? Zondervan NIV Nave's Topical Bible--The most extensive revision and expansion of the Nave's Topical Bible ever made, this book offers quick and easy access to more than 7,000 topics, using the NIV text and Goodrick-Kohlenberger numbering. ? Zondervan NIV Atlas of the Bible--This Gold Medallion Award-winning volume is the most comprehensive Bible atlas available. It features a geographical section, a historical section, a section on Jerusalem, a section of the disciplines of historical geography, and an in-depth gazetteer.

From the Back Cover

Time has sealed the reputation of Matthew Henry's classic commentary as a rich source of insight into God's word. Three centuries after its first publication, it remains one of the best-loved, most popular commentaries ever written. However, while its wisdom is timeless, the English language has changed much through the years. Words that meant one thing in Matthew Henry's day have taken on different meanings today. In addition, Henry's often wordy reflections are generations removed from the crisp style that communicates most effectively to contemporary readers. The Zondervan NIV Matthew Henry Commentary is a masterful response to these concerns. It delivers the heart and soul of Henry's incomparable writings in a style that is easy to read and understand. -Dr. Leslie Church's meticulous abridgment retains the essential content of the original work. - Easily misunderstood words have been replaced with modern ones while keeping Henry's style. - Use of the New International Version (NIV) instead of the King James Version makes this edition fully compatible with today's most widely used Bible translation. In one volume, here is a wealth of exposition, metaphors, analogies, and illustrations, ideal for - Personal devotions - Bible study - Sermon and lesson preparation

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Product Details

• Reading level: Ages 18 and up
  
• Hardcover: 2062 pages
• Publisher: Zondervan; Supersaver edition (April 1, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 031026040X
• ISBN-13: 978-0310260400
• Product Dimensions: 9.3 x 6.4 x 2.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #372,059 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

More About the Author

Building upon a stream of exact exegesis beginning with the Reformation, MATTHEW HENRY (1662-1714) achieved a standard of applied analysis that has long marked his work as superior. He is best known for his seven-volume commentary on the Bible, which C. H. Spurgeon declared was "rich in analogies . . . superabundant in reflections . . . suitable to everybody, instructive to all."

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15 of 17 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Highly recommended reference, June 18, 2002

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This review is from: Zondervan NIV Matthew Henry Commentary (Hardcover)

I haven't read this from cover to cover. I don't think that is the purpose of the book. I have used this as a reference for my bible readings. I find the info in this book to be extremely helpful. I have a commentary Bible which is helpful but this book goes a step further. I recommend this to anyone who wants to know more about what passages mean. Matthew Henry is the one to read.

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Kindle Version Easy on the Eyes, September 4, 2010

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I've always enjoyed Matthew Henry's commentary for its devotional quality. His phrasing of truth has often led me to pray and think about what the biblical text is saying to my heart personally. I first bought this modernized version in hardback in 2006. For me, it was a welcomed update to the original (and sometimes archaic) language of the Old English classic. The only problem being that the print is extremely small and tends to run down towards the binding - typical of a work of this magnitude.

Enter the Kindle version with its adjustable font size ... I feel like a kid in a candy store! These old tired eyes are grateful to have a customizable "over 40 edition" of this work. The Kindle version is everything I'd hoped it would be. Navigation from the TOC is bulky, to say the least, and should have been made more user friendly. But from the start of a book, you can easily jump from book to book across the entire commentary. And from a chapter, you can easily jump from chapter to chapter. So between these two tricks and the search feature, navigation is simple enough in the end.

I feel like I've discovered an old familiar friend all over again for the first time. I've always wanted to read this commentary cover to cover, but was previously prevented from doing so do to the micro font size. But now with the adjustable font and pleasing screen format, I begin my long desired endeavor with this very usable Kindle edition.

0 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Matthew Henry Commentary, September 22, 2009

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I received this book quickly and in very good condition. I am very happy with this purchase from Amazon.com.