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Large format, featuring large text size and additional margin space for personal annotations! The larger format enhances both individual and group study.Based on the Revised Standard Version - Second Catholic Edition, this volume leads readers through a penetrating study of the Book of Exodus using the biblical text itself and the Church's own guidelines for understanding the Bible. Ample notes accompany each page, providing fresh insights and commentary by renowned Bible scholars Scott Hahn and Curtis Mitch, as well as time-tested interpretations from the Fathers of the Church. These helpful study notes explain what the biblical authors often assumed. They also provide rich historical, cultural, geographical and theological information pertinent to Exodus.The Ignatius Study Bible also includes Topical Essays, Word Studies and Charts. Each page includes an easy-to-use Cross-Reference Section. Study Questions are provided for Exodus. These can deepen your personal study of God's Holy Word. There is also an introductory essay covering questions of authorship, date, destination, structure and themes. An outline of Exodus is also included.
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Published January 20, 2012
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Scott Hahn
415 books1,328 followersScott Hahn is a renowned Catholic theologian, apologist, speaker, and bestselling author whose work has had a profound impact on contemporary biblical theology and Catholic thought. A former Presbyterian minister, Hahn converted to Catholicism in 1986 after an intense personal and theological journey, which he details in his popular book Rome Sweet Home, co-written with his wife, Kimberly Hahn. Their story of conversion has inspired countless readers around the world and remains a landmark in modern Catholic apologetics.
Hahn holds the Father Michael Scanlan Chair of Biblical Theology and the New Evangelization at the Franciscan University of Steubenville, where he has taught since 1990. He is also the founder and president of the St. Paul Center for Biblical Theology, a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting biblical literacy among the laity and biblical fluency among clergy. Through the Center, Hahn leads a wide range of initiatives, including publications, pilgrimages, Bible studies, and the scholarly journal Letter and Spirit.
Educated at Grove City College (B.A.), Gordon–Conwell Theological Seminary (M.Div.), and Marquette University (Ph.D. in Systematic Theology), Hahn brings a deep academic foundation to his work. His dissertation, Kinship by Covenant, was later published by Yale University Press and received praise for its theological insight and scholarly rigor.
Throughout his career, Hahn has emphasized the covenant as the key to understanding salvation history, showing how the biblical narrative reveals a divine plan that unites all of humanity into God's family. His works explore themes such as the Eucharist, the role of Mary, the sacraments, and the authority of the Church, often drawing on the writings of the early Church Fathers to bridge the ancient faith with modern understanding.
He is the author or editor of over forty books, including The Lamb’s Supper, Hail, Holy Queen, First Comes Love, Letter and Spirit, Swear to God, Reasons to Believe, The Creed, The Fourth Cup, and Holy Is His Name. Many of his books have become staples in Catholic households, study groups, and seminaries.
In addition to his writing, Hahn is a highly sought-after speaker, having delivered thousands of lectures across the United States and abroad. He appears regularly on EWTN and has collaborated with Lighthouse Catholic Media to bring his teachings to an even broader audience.
Scott Hahn lives in Ohio with his wife Kimberly. They have six children and numerous grandchildren. Together, the Hahns continue to lead efforts in evangelization and Catholic education, embodying a lifelong commitment to deepening faith and understanding through Scripture and tradition.
Hahn holds the Father Michael Scanlan Chair of Biblical Theology and the New Evangelization at the Franciscan University of Steubenville, where he has taught since 1990. He is also the founder and president of the St. Paul Center for Biblical Theology, a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting biblical literacy among the laity and biblical fluency among clergy. Through the Center, Hahn leads a wide range of initiatives, including publications, pilgrimages, Bible studies, and the scholarly journal Letter and Spirit.
Educated at Grove City College (B.A.), Gordon–Conwell Theological Seminary (M.Div.), and Marquette University (Ph.D. in Systematic Theology), Hahn brings a deep academic foundation to his work. His dissertation, Kinship by Covenant, was later published by Yale University Press and received praise for its theological insight and scholarly rigor.
Throughout his career, Hahn has emphasized the covenant as the key to understanding salvation history, showing how the biblical narrative reveals a divine plan that unites all of humanity into God's family. His works explore themes such as the Eucharist, the role of Mary, the sacraments, and the authority of the Church, often drawing on the writings of the early Church Fathers to bridge the ancient faith with modern understanding.
He is the author or editor of over forty books, including The Lamb’s Supper, Hail, Holy Queen, First Comes Love, Letter and Spirit, Swear to God, Reasons to Believe, The Creed, The Fourth Cup, and Holy Is His Name. Many of his books have become staples in Catholic households, study groups, and seminaries.
In addition to his writing, Hahn is a highly sought-after speaker, having delivered thousands of lectures across the United States and abroad. He appears regularly on EWTN and has collaborated with Lighthouse Catholic Media to bring his teachings to an even broader audience.
Scott Hahn lives in Ohio with his wife Kimberly. They have six children and numerous grandchildren. Together, the Hahns continue to lead efforts in evangelization and Catholic education, embodying a lifelong commitment to deepening faith and understanding through Scripture and tradition.
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August 31, 2017
Last year, I did a pretty thorough read-through and study of Genesis. I then started a read-through of Exodus following a similar reading plan: (1) the Ignatius study Bible (reviewed here); (2) the Exodus portion of the Navarre Pentateuch commentary; (3) the Exodus book in the Brazos Commentary Series (reviewed separately); and (4) the Exodus section in Robert Alter's "The Five Books of Moses" translation and commentary.
I've been picking through this a little at a time, but as Harvey poured down Biblical amounts of rain and destruction, I got into an Old Testament mood and was motivated to finally wrap this up. So here are some brief comments:
(1) As I said with the Genesis Ignatius Study Bible, I would strongly recommend the Exodus edition as the single best resource for a Catholic seeking to read scripture. The commentary is pointed, concise, and explanatory of key words or phrases. It provides just enough detail to let you read through the material on your own while still clarifying a lot of the "huh?" moments. In some cases, this brevity results in a somewhat-superficial treatment of much larger theological or historical issues, but I think it strikes the right balance for a casual reading of scripture. In my reading, I always went through this material first.
(2) I don't have a separate review of the Navarre Pentateuch, because it covers the first five books, and so finishing Exodus means I'm only halfway through it so far. But as I said when I reviewed the Genesis Ignatius book, the Navarre "level of generality tends to be higher and directed more toward material for reflection than specific teachings or clarifications. As a result, where the Ignatius commentary facilitates the direct reading of scripture, the Navarre commentary works better as a supplement to that reading."
(3) When I read Genesis, I also used Robert Alter's stand-alone Genesis translation and commentary. It is a translation from the Jewish perspective by an expert in ancient Hebrew, who focuses on preserving the literary quality of the original language and has commentary extensively focused on language (rather than theological) issues. I loved it so much that I picked up a copy of his larger "The Five Books of Moses," which includes the Genesis translation I'd already read plus the remaining four books of the Pentateuch. As with the Navarre Exodus, no separate review because I'm only halfway through the book. But pleased to say that at least the Exodus translation/commentary lived up to the high bar set by the Genesis one. Strongly recommended.
I've been picking through this a little at a time, but as Harvey poured down Biblical amounts of rain and destruction, I got into an Old Testament mood and was motivated to finally wrap this up. So here are some brief comments:
(1) As I said with the Genesis Ignatius Study Bible, I would strongly recommend the Exodus edition as the single best resource for a Catholic seeking to read scripture. The commentary is pointed, concise, and explanatory of key words or phrases. It provides just enough detail to let you read through the material on your own while still clarifying a lot of the "huh?" moments. In some cases, this brevity results in a somewhat-superficial treatment of much larger theological or historical issues, but I think it strikes the right balance for a casual reading of scripture. In my reading, I always went through this material first.
(2) I don't have a separate review of the Navarre Pentateuch, because it covers the first five books, and so finishing Exodus means I'm only halfway through it so far. But as I said when I reviewed the Genesis Ignatius book, the Navarre "level of generality tends to be higher and directed more toward material for reflection than specific teachings or clarifications. As a result, where the Ignatius commentary facilitates the direct reading of scripture, the Navarre commentary works better as a supplement to that reading."
(3) When I read Genesis, I also used Robert Alter's stand-alone Genesis translation and commentary. It is a translation from the Jewish perspective by an expert in ancient Hebrew, who focuses on preserving the literary quality of the original language and has commentary extensively focused on language (rather than theological) issues. I loved it so much that I picked up a copy of his larger "The Five Books of Moses," which includes the Genesis translation I'd already read plus the remaining four books of the Pentateuch. As with the Navarre Exodus, no separate review because I'm only halfway through the book. But pleased to say that at least the Exodus translation/commentary lived up to the high bar set by the Genesis one. Strongly recommended.
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November 20, 2018Yahweh Elohim seems to be pretty particular (read OCD) about how humans relate to Him; apparently He *does* care how humans worship Him.
February 23, 2014
I will not go into detail here about the format of the book (see my review of "Genesis" in this series for that). But I do want to point out several items of interest specific to this volume on the book of Exodus. Maps of Moses' flight/return to Egypt and the exodus from Egypt with the subsequent wandering are very helpful. An illustration of the plan of the Tabernacle makes true the saying that a picture is worth a thousand words. A chart tying the plagues on Egypt to "the gods of Egypt" (i.e., showing how God is bringing judgment on those "gods") brings an interesting dimension to these episodes. And the two topical essays, on the date of the Exodus and the multiplication of legal laws after the golden-calf incident, are fascinating. In fact, a happy addition relevant to the latter essay is a three page section at the end of the commentary quoting some Church Fathers and Aquinas regarding the matter. I hope the authors will consider including more of the Fathers and Doctors in future volumes as well.
I was glad to see six blank pages at the end of the volume for note-taking during Bible study. One very minor quibble: For some reason the cover design was changed a bit from what it was on the "Genesis" volume; still similar but they don't quite match up.
As expected, Hahn and Mitch hit another one out of the park with this latest release. A must have for a serious study of Exodus, but valuable to all readers who want to have a better understanding of this exciting and challenging second book of the Pentateuch.
I was glad to see six blank pages at the end of the volume for note-taking during Bible study. One very minor quibble: For some reason the cover design was changed a bit from what it was on the "Genesis" volume; still similar but they don't quite match up.
As expected, Hahn and Mitch hit another one out of the park with this latest release. A must have for a serious study of Exodus, but valuable to all readers who want to have a better understanding of this exciting and challenging second book of the Pentateuch.
March 29, 2015
Excellent commentary. I saw things and understood them for the first time.
March 7, 2016
Every commentary in this series is fantastic--like taking Scripture class with Scott Hahn!
December 13, 2016
This is one of the most influential stories in humanity.
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June 11, 2020Scholarly, insightful, well-documented commentary.
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April 28, 2021Great. Hahn’s take on the first and second givings of the Law, before and after the golden calf incident, is really interesting.
December 12, 2022
Always a great set of footnotes to help explain the scripture.
May 27, 2024
Excellent study guide gor an Exodus bible study
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