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James (Geneva Series of Commentaries) Hardcover – April 1, 1962

by Thomas Manton (Author)

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The republication of this exposition of James by Thomas Manton is timely and that for three good reasons.

- The first is the special relevance of this Epistle in the contemporary Church situation, with the constant danger of antinomianism.
- The second reason is that for a thorough exposition of 'this very practical book Manton's work still stands in a category of its own.
- The third reason is the excellent example of expository preaching which this book provides.

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481 pages
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English
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Banner of Truth
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April 1, 1962
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5.63 x 1.3 x 8.74 inches
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0851510744
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978-0851510743
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The Geneva Series of Commentaries

The Geneva Series of Commentaries include historic commentaries on biblical books written by some of the great theologians in the history of the church. Commentators like Thomas Manton and John Calvin are represented in this series. For a biblical, reformed, and historic collection of commentaries, the Geneva Series is unsurpassed. Notable titles in this series include Psalms by William S. Plumer and Proverbs by Charles Bridges.


	Psalms	Leviticus	Genesis	Daniel	Romans
Author	W. S. Plumer	Andrew Bonar	John Calvin	John Calvin	Robert Haldane
Page Count	1,216	544	1,088	808	729


	Romans	Judges	Galatians	Ezekiel	Ephesians
Author	Charles Hodge	Andrew B. Fausset	John Brown	William Greenhill	Charles Hodge
Page Count	464	350	488	896	320


	1 & 2 Corinthians	Acts	1 & 2 Peter	Colossians	1 & 2 Timothy and Titus
Author	Charles Hodge	J. A. Alexander	Alexander Nisbet	John Davenant	Patrick Fairbairn
Page Count	716	984	298	944	464

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Born in Somerset in 1620 from a long line of ministers, Thomas Manton entered the University of Oxford as early as 1635. Such was his progress that he was ordained by Bishop Hall at the age of nineteen.

His first charge was in Stoke Newington, Middlesex, where he remained for seven years. Testimony to his remarkable gifts is found in the pages of his Practical Exposition of James which is based on his weekday lectures there.

Called to succeed Obadiah Sedgwick in the better-known pulpit of Covent Garden in London, his ministry came to be widely appreciated. He served as a chaplain to the Lord Protector, Oliver Cromwell, and also as one of the 'Triers responsible for the supervision of the Christian ministry. Yet Manton was firmly opposed to the execution of Charles I, causing considerable offence by preaching before Parliament from Deuteronomy 33:4-5.

Moses commanded us a law, even the inheritance of the congregation of Jacob. And he was king in Jeshurun, when the heads of the people and the tribes of Israel were gathered together.
Later he was instrumental in the restoration of Charles II and became a Royal Chaplain. But when offered the Deanery of Rochester he chose rather to suffer with his Puritan brethren in the Great Ejection of 1662.

Preaching thereafter in his own home he was imprisoned for his ministry. Such was Manton's character, however, that when the custodian-in-charge was absent he was given the keys to the gaol.

Manton died in 1677, after a lifetime of rich and practical biblical ministry. The Trust publishes three volumes of his Works, and his expositions of James, Jude, Psalm 119, and Hebrews 11 (By Faith).

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Publisher ‏ : ‎ Banner of Truth (April 1, 1962)
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Hardcover ‏ : ‎ 481 pages
ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0851510744
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0851510743
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 1.62 pounds
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.63 x 1.3 x 8.74 inches

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J. I. Packer
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J.I. Packer currently serves as the Board of Governors' Professor of Theology at Regent College in Vancouver, British Columbia. An ordained Anglican minister, he hold a D.Phil. from Oxford University. Dr. Packer's many published works include "Rediscovering Holiness, Evangelism and the Sovereignty of God," and the best-selling "Knowing God."
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Alister McGrath is a scholar and writer who is presently Andreas Idreos Professor of Science and Religion at Oxford University. After initial work in the natural sciences, McGrath moved into the field of Christian theology. He is best known for his definitive and widely used textbooks on Christian theology and his authoritative biography of C. S. Lewis. As a former atheist, McGrath is fascinated by the interaction of faith, science, and atheism, and writes regularly on these themes.
McGrath was born in Belfast in 1953, and holds both Irish and British citizenship. He lives in the Cotswolds near Oxford.
For McGrath's website, including details of his weekly Youtube postings and videos helping you use his theology textbooks, go to alistermcgrath.net
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THOMAS MANTON (1620–1677) played a prominent role in the Savoy Conference and the drafting of the Westminster Confession. He was pastor of a noted Puritan congregation in London but was later ejected from the official church for nonconformity, though he continued to preach wherever and whenever he had opportunity. Archbishop Ussher called him "one of the great preachers in England." His sermons formed the basis of his published commentaries.
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D. Keating

Comprehensive Explanation of Important Book of the NT

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I have read several Crossway Classic Commentaries and found each of them to be very useful. The latest one covers the book of James and is written by Thomas Manton. Like others in this series, it is a classic. Personally, I have found James to be one of the most practical, yet difficult books in the New Testament to follow. James includes a litany of pragmatic guidance to Christians, some which almost seem to contradict key Protestant theological concepts - such as salvation by grace, alone. Martin Luther and several others have struggled to determine where the practical advise that James includes should be placed in relationship to other key Christian doctrines.

Given the fact that James contains only five chapters, this commentary is actually pretty long (over 350 pages). But, it is well worth the read since Thomas Manton explains in great detail his understanding of each chapter and verse. I learned a lot from this commentary and feel that I have a much better feel for the book of James. Although this commentary was written hundreds of years ago, the content is still very relevant. Modern believers, like myself, need to know what James means when he writes about controlling our tongue (words), and putting our faith into action.

If you are a Christian who would like to gain a much deeper grasp of the book of James, and the wisdom contained within it, then I highly recommend this commentary.

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Annie Gilchrist

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Very informative and interesting.

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on October 17, 2016

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Excellent! Modern theologians do not hold even a candle to the bright light emitted by the writings of the Puritans.

Reviewed in the United States 🇺🇸 on July 1, 2013

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Ok - so I'm a nut about the Puritans. Manton's commentary give some insights I had never read or considered. Helps on read James as a "letter" and not just a "book." Well worth having in your library!!

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Kenneth J. O'Connor

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Would recommend this book to anyone who whats a deeper understanding of the Epistle of James.

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