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Tyndale New Testament Commentaries #3
The Gospel According to St. Luke: An Introduction And Commentary
Morris's study on the Gospel of Luke is part of the Tyndale New Testament Commentaries, a popular series designed to help the general Bible reader understand clearly what the text actually says and what it means, without overuse of scholarly technicalities.
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First published January 1, 1974
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November 25, 2021
I really like the Tyndale series focus of balancing the academic with the devotional, and have really liked the previous ones I've read (Genesis and Exodus). This one, while helpful, isn't as good, though.
There's some really good info adding background cultural context and clarifying textual criticism points. But the author focuses *so* much on textual criticism and differences between the synoptics that the book of Luke itself seems to slip out of focus. This was frustrating for me, especially because I think the majority of these differences can be explained pretty simply by cultural differences, specifically that ancient near Eastern authors did not place nearly the importance on strict chronology that modern Western authors do.
I'm still glad I have it in my library. There's useful stuff here. But on the whole, I would have liked more focus on why Luke is telling the story the way he is, and less on the harmonization issues.
There's some really good info adding background cultural context and clarifying textual criticism points. But the author focuses *so* much on textual criticism and differences between the synoptics that the book of Luke itself seems to slip out of focus. This was frustrating for me, especially because I think the majority of these differences can be explained pretty simply by cultural differences, specifically that ancient near Eastern authors did not place nearly the importance on strict chronology that modern Western authors do.
I'm still glad I have it in my library. There's useful stuff here. But on the whole, I would have liked more focus on why Luke is telling the story the way he is, and less on the harmonization issues.
June 21, 2018
An excellent, brief, scholarly yet accessible commentary on Luke. Satisfying coverage of the important issues in succinct format. the first commentary I opened each week while preaching Luke. Leon Morris is a legend.
January 8, 2018
This jewel of a commentary and was first written in 1974 and revised in 1988 by the venerable Leon Morris. It will likely be replaced soon as the whole Tyndale New Testament Commentary (TOTC) series is under revision, but I suggest you secure a copy as it is the ideal brief commentary on Luke. Leon Morris was the editor of the whole series before this latest round of revision kicked in, and understood what made a good commentary. In addition, there’s always a glowing spiritual warmth that pervades good scholarship in his writings. This volume on Luke is one of his great ones.
In the Introduction, he discusses authorship, date, language, Luke as a theologian, and the relationship of Luke to the other Gospels. He is thoroughly conservative throughout. The commentary is sterling. In fact, I fail to see how any reader couldn’t benefit from this fine book. If I were reading Luke and just wanted to grab one volume to orient myself or ask a question about the passage, this is the one I would grab. I hope IVP prints this commentary as a standalone volume when it comes time for Luke to be replaced in their TOTC series. Just in case they don’t, you’d better grab a copy while you can.
I received this book free from the publisher. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.
In the Introduction, he discusses authorship, date, language, Luke as a theologian, and the relationship of Luke to the other Gospels. He is thoroughly conservative throughout. The commentary is sterling. In fact, I fail to see how any reader couldn’t benefit from this fine book. If I were reading Luke and just wanted to grab one volume to orient myself or ask a question about the passage, this is the one I would grab. I hope IVP prints this commentary as a standalone volume when it comes time for Luke to be replaced in their TOTC series. Just in case they don’t, you’d better grab a copy while you can.
I received this book free from the publisher. I was not required to write a positive review. The opinions I have expressed are my own. I am disclosing this in accordance with the Federal Trade Commission’s 16 CFR, Part 255.
August 10, 2020
Solid is the word that sums up this commentary. The relationship of Luke to the other Gospels is a particular highlight of the introduction and one that other books in the series defer to.
Throughout the commentary, Dr. Morris tends to have a summary introduction of a longer passage and then break it down one or two verses at a time. This is a nice approach as it sets the stage for the deeper exegesis and sometimes compares the passage to its setting in the other Gospels. He is clearly an accomplished scholar, as he often relates verses to other Jewish writings of the time which the armchair commentary might not otherwise be aware of. The author also doesn't shy away from controversies but approaches them with a solid Biblical view that most will appreciate. Well worth reading.
Throughout the commentary, Dr. Morris tends to have a summary introduction of a longer passage and then break it down one or two verses at a time. This is a nice approach as it sets the stage for the deeper exegesis and sometimes compares the passage to its setting in the other Gospels. He is clearly an accomplished scholar, as he often relates verses to other Jewish writings of the time which the armchair commentary might not otherwise be aware of. The author also doesn't shy away from controversies but approaches them with a solid Biblical view that most will appreciate. Well worth reading.
May 23, 2021
Found this through the Ligonier list of best commentaries for each book of the Bible.
This was a great resource for studying the book of Luke.
As he works through each verse of the book, Morris brings in information from parallel passages in the other Gospels, related passages from other parts of the Bible, and ideas from other commentaries.
He also bring a solid understanding of the Greek language and consideration of the manuscripts we have of Luke.
As a lay student of the Bible, I found this informative and easy to follow.
This was a great resource for studying the book of Luke.
As he works through each verse of the book, Morris brings in information from parallel passages in the other Gospels, related passages from other parts of the Bible, and ideas from other commentaries.
He also bring a solid understanding of the Greek language and consideration of the manuscripts we have of Luke.
As a lay student of the Bible, I found this informative and easy to follow.
September 7, 2023
Solid commentary as expected by Leon Morris. A little dated in some areas. I would recommend the newer edition by Perrin in the Tyndale NT series, but both offer good perspectives and background on the awesome book of Luke.
August 14, 2018
Brief, but good. This would be a good companion with your daily reading.
November 28, 2018
I'm into it. Simple yet thorough, doesn't get bogged down in too many critical details. Enjoyable.
February 9, 2020
This is not a 'critical' commentary, but Morris provides great theological and pastoral insight to Luke. I'd consider this an introductory commentary.
September 24, 2024
I read both Tyndale commentaries on Luke. One new by Perrin and this earlier by Morris. I enjoyed both and I’m richer for both.
August 13, 2014
A little gem, which the Tyndale series is good in providing. Highly recommended for an interested lay audience.
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