The Acts of the Apostles
David G Peterson
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Series:The Pillar New Testament Commentary (PNTC)
A new landmark in evangelical scholarship on the book of Acts.Fifteen
years in the making, this comprehensive commentary by David Peterson
offers thorough exegesis and exposition of the Acts of the Apostles,
drawing on recent scholarship in the fields of narrative criticism and
theological analysis, incorporating insights into historical-social
background, and investigating why Luke presents his material in the way
he does.
In view of how long the book of Acts is -- over a
thousand verses -- Peterson's commentary is admirably economical yet
meaty. His judgments, according to Don Carson, are always "sane,
evenhanded, and judicious." Even while unpacking exegetical details,
Peterson constantly scans the horizon, keeping the larger picture in
mind. With its solid exegesis, astute theological analysis, and
practical contemporary application, Peterson's
Acts of the Apostles is a commentary that preachers, teachers, and students everywhere will want and need.
REVIEWS
Craig S. Keener
— Palmer Theological Seminary
"David
Peterson interacts with Acts scholarship fairly and in an up-to-date
way; his literary and historical conclusions are well informed and
sound. His introduction airs issues thoroughly, yet the entire work is
easy to follow. Peterson consistently engages the cohesive, larger
picture and the theological message of the book."
I. Howard Marshall
— University of Aberdeen
"Here
in one convenient volume is the basic introductory information and
verse-by-verse exegesis that New Testament students and preachers need
in order to understand the second part of Luke's account of Christian
beginnings. This commentary is noteworthy for its incorporation of a
full essay on the theology of Acts and its careful attention to
theological issues in the course of the exposition; at the same time it
does not neglect historical and literary matters. I warmly commend
this useful tool for study."
This product was added to our catalog on Friday 16 March, 2012.
