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The New Interpreter's Bible Commentary - 12 Volume Set #12
New Interpreter's Bible: Hebrews - Revelation
Hebrews; James; 1& 2 Peter; 1, 2, & 3 John; Jude; Revelation New Interpreter's® Bible offers critically sound biblical interpretations for the 1990s and beyond. Guided by scholars, pastors, and laity representing diverse traditions, academic experience, and involvement in the Church, this entirely new collection of writings is specifically prepared to meet the needs of preachers, teachers, and all students of the Bible.
Easy-to-use Format:
* Full texts and critical notes: NIV and NRSV
* A detailed, critical Commentary providing an exegetical "close-reading" of the biblical text
* Reflections that present a detailed exposition of issues raised in the discussion and dealt with in the Commentary Key Features:
* The entire Bible (including the Apocrypha Deuterocanonical books) in twelve volumes
* Introductions to each book that cover essential historical, sociocultural, literary, and theological issues
* An ecumenical roster of contributors
* Comprehensive, concise articles
* Numerous visual aids (illustrations, maps, charts, timelines) enhance use.
Easy-to-use Format:
* Full texts and critical notes: NIV and NRSV
* A detailed, critical Commentary providing an exegetical "close-reading" of the biblical text
* Reflections that present a detailed exposition of issues raised in the discussion and dealt with in the Commentary Key Features:
* The entire Bible (including the Apocrypha Deuterocanonical books) in twelve volumes
* Introductions to each book that cover essential historical, sociocultural, literary, and theological issues
* An ecumenical roster of contributors
* Comprehensive, concise articles
* Numerous visual aids (illustrations, maps, charts, timelines) enhance use.
Download The NIB Vol. 12 Errata Sheet
- GenresReferenceNew Testament
748 pages, Hardcover
First published June 1, 1998
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March 1, 2026
Like every volume in this series, I certainly don't agree with everything (especially things on the more liberal side), but I find the work has many great insights and is valuable overall.
August 4, 2011
Make no mistake, this is a good serious commentary but I will caution against it for 2 reasons (both of which can be overcome): As the other reviewers no doubt notice, it is horrendously overpriced. Find some way to get around the price. The other fault is practical: Anytime a commentary volume devotes more than 2 books per volume, then the books are not give then expository justice they deserve, there simply isn't enough room.
Nevertheless, I will get specific on the pros and cons of the Johannine letters and the book of Revelation in the commentary.
Johannine Literature. Although the exposition is limited in these volumes, Dr. Black does draw out important truths from the letters, particularly good are the "Reflections." The downside of his scholarship is the uncertainty in which he deals with the practical appliactions. He notes the failures of the mainline church but wonders why they are there when the text is right before his eyes! On the other hand, this is a very detailed commentary, despite its limited expositional space. What makes the NIB interesting are the reflections, allowing the author to challenge the reader without being preachy. If the expositor's bible commentary had the reflections that NIB had, evangelicals would have a standard commentary.
Revelation: This is another flawed gem. Dr. Balckman's introduciton is rather lenghty, which is always good. His reflections are nicely done. His excurses are masterful. However, he has this annoying habit of depending on English poet William Blake for interpreting the book as opposed to godly biblical scholars. Aside from this minor faux pas, he does a fine job. I really wanted to give this commentary 4 1/2 stars
Bottom Line: if you can get this commentary cheap--get it. If not, do not lose any sleep over it.
Nevertheless, I will get specific on the pros and cons of the Johannine letters and the book of Revelation in the commentary.
Johannine Literature. Although the exposition is limited in these volumes, Dr. Black does draw out important truths from the letters, particularly good are the "Reflections." The downside of his scholarship is the uncertainty in which he deals with the practical appliactions. He notes the failures of the mainline church but wonders why they are there when the text is right before his eyes! On the other hand, this is a very detailed commentary, despite its limited expositional space. What makes the NIB interesting are the reflections, allowing the author to challenge the reader without being preachy. If the expositor's bible commentary had the reflections that NIB had, evangelicals would have a standard commentary.
Revelation: This is another flawed gem. Dr. Balckman's introduciton is rather lenghty, which is always good. His reflections are nicely done. His excurses are masterful. However, he has this annoying habit of depending on English poet William Blake for interpreting the book as opposed to godly biblical scholars. Aside from this minor faux pas, he does a fine job. I really wanted to give this commentary 4 1/2 stars
Bottom Line: if you can get this commentary cheap--get it. If not, do not lose any sleep over it.
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