This book addresses the historical-critical agenda of Ezekiel and includes newer approaches and questions, such as psychological issues and the notion that Ezekiel should be regarded as a "character" within the book.
This volume brings to life the ministry and message of one of the most neglected of the major Old Testament prophets, and illuminates one of the most fascinating chapters on the history of Israel.
John Taylor writes, "For most Bible readers Ezekiel is almost a closed book.
Notable features include:* commentary based on THE NEW INTERNATIONAL VERSION;* the NIV text printed in the body of the commentary;* sound scholarly methodology that reflects capable research in the original languages;* interpretation that ...
Most Bible commentaries take us on a one-way trip from our world to the world of the Bible.
He has provided clear understanding of a complex book of the Bible that many in the past have found confusing and murky. He clarifies the theological underpinnings of the text and brings the brilliance of this book into the light.
Christopher J. H. Wright masterfully opens our eyes to see and understand the message of Ezekiel.
"--Gilbert Meilaender, Valparaiso University "Here is a faithful Christocentric reading of Ezekiel that sits happily alongside this Jewish reader's cherished volume of Moshe Greenberg's commentary on Ezekiel.
Perhaps the exiles are holding out hope that a successful rebellion against Babylon will force a delay in the destruction (compare Jer 27). Or perhaps they are holding out hope that other circumstances might intervene and delay the ...
... 11 Buber , M. , 134 Burstein , S. M. , 447 Busink , T. A. , 62 , 289 Cagni , L. , 107 , 669 Calvin , J. , 45 , 62 , 149 Cansdale , G. S. , 121 , 260 , 401 , 530 , 599 Caquot , A. , 692 Carley , K. W. , 40 , 62 , 475 , 480 Carroll ...
Each section of the commentary includes: An introduction: background information, a short bibliography, and an outline An overview of Scripture to illuminate the big picture The complete NIV text Extensive commentary Notes on textual ...