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Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible
You are about to purchase the Kindle Ebook version of 'Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible' by Dr. Robert Jamieson, A. R. Fausset, and Dr. David Brown.
This exhaustive commentary (also known as the "JFB Commentary" taken from the last names of Jamieson, Fausset and Brown) contains over 3,000 pages of information, and covers nearly every verse in every book of the Bible. Originally published in 1871, Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible has earned a reputation that lasts to this day as being one of the best, most sought after and most highly regarded Bible Commentaries available anywhere.
All three of the authors of this Bible commentary were conservative in their theology, and, from first-hand pastoral experience, were familiar with the needs of the everyday believer. All served as pastors in England as well, and this practical ministry experience, combined with their extensive knowledge of the Bible and sound theological scholarship, is reflected in the easy-to-understand, down-to-earth, and spiritually challenging insights of the Jamieson, Fausset & Brown Commentary.
Many of you may be familiar with Charles H. Spurgeon, the famous English expositor of Scripture and arguably the most famous preacher of the 19th century. Charles Spurgeon is quoted as saying of this commentary, "Of this commentary I have a very high opinion. It is the joint work of Dr. Jamieson, A. R. Fausset, and Dr. David Brown. It is to some extent a compilation and condensation of other men's thoughts, but it is sufficiently original to claim a place in every minister's library: indeed it contains so great a variety of information that if a man had no other exposition he would find himself at no great loss if he possessed this and used it diligently."
If the JFB Commentary was good enough for Charles H. Spurgeon, it's good enough for the rest of us!
Many scripture scholars who own the best of the best in current Bible commentaries of the New and Old Testaments still find themselves reaching for 'Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible' time after time. This is due to not only the detail presented, but the heart with which it is presented. It is packed full of historical information as well as Greek/ Hebrew definitions and is excellent in all of the other additional information it provides. Despite it's age, it is a MUST have for ministers or ANYONE serious about God's Word. It will always be a timeless classic for all those who are seeking to enrich their lives with not only the intellectual information of God's Word, but also assisting in understanding HIM better and drawing them closer to HIM (that's really what it's all about anyway).
This Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible was authored nearly 150 years ago, yet like so few of its numerous peers, the JFB still remains as the preeminent work of its kind. Today's "modern" commentaries pale by comparison and will quickly fade into obscurity. If anything, it seems as though deep understanding of the Scriptures has given way to superficial milk-spew. The JFB remains the bedrock standard of Scriptural explanation. Concise, lucid, and without apology to denomination or creed, Jamieson, Fausset, and Brown have done more for the honest Bible student than nearly any other expounder before or since. To say we highly recommend the JFB couldn't be more of an understatement.
This exhaustive commentary (also known as the "JFB Commentary" taken from the last names of Jamieson, Fausset and Brown) contains over 3,000 pages of information, and covers nearly every verse in every book of the Bible. Originally published in 1871, Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible has earned a reputation that lasts to this day as being one of the best, most sought after and most highly regarded Bible Commentaries available anywhere.
All three of the authors of this Bible commentary were conservative in their theology, and, from first-hand pastoral experience, were familiar with the needs of the everyday believer. All served as pastors in England as well, and this practical ministry experience, combined with their extensive knowledge of the Bible and sound theological scholarship, is reflected in the easy-to-understand, down-to-earth, and spiritually challenging insights of the Jamieson, Fausset & Brown Commentary.
Many of you may be familiar with Charles H. Spurgeon, the famous English expositor of Scripture and arguably the most famous preacher of the 19th century. Charles Spurgeon is quoted as saying of this commentary, "Of this commentary I have a very high opinion. It is the joint work of Dr. Jamieson, A. R. Fausset, and Dr. David Brown. It is to some extent a compilation and condensation of other men's thoughts, but it is sufficiently original to claim a place in every minister's library: indeed it contains so great a variety of information that if a man had no other exposition he would find himself at no great loss if he possessed this and used it diligently."
If the JFB Commentary was good enough for Charles H. Spurgeon, it's good enough for the rest of us!
Many scripture scholars who own the best of the best in current Bible commentaries of the New and Old Testaments still find themselves reaching for 'Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible' time after time. This is due to not only the detail presented, but the heart with which it is presented. It is packed full of historical information as well as Greek/ Hebrew definitions and is excellent in all of the other additional information it provides. Despite it's age, it is a MUST have for ministers or ANYONE serious about God's Word. It will always be a timeless classic for all those who are seeking to enrich their lives with not only the intellectual information of God's Word, but also assisting in understanding HIM better and drawing them closer to HIM (that's really what it's all about anyway).
This Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible was authored nearly 150 years ago, yet like so few of its numerous peers, the JFB still remains as the preeminent work of its kind. Today's "modern" commentaries pale by comparison and will quickly fade into obscurity. If anything, it seems as though deep understanding of the Scriptures has given way to superficial milk-spew. The JFB remains the bedrock standard of Scriptural explanation. Concise, lucid, and without apology to denomination or creed, Jamieson, Fausset, and Brown have done more for the honest Bible student than nearly any other expounder before or since. To say we highly recommend the JFB couldn't be more of an understatement.
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First published January 1, 1961
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June 14, 2025
This is one of the better commentaries on the entire Bible. The authors are experts in Greek, Hebrew and Aramaic. You will have to open a Bible or digital Bible to follow along, as the authors do not write the verse, only a long commentary on each verse.
Additionally, there is a long forward to each book that identifies the write of the Bible books, date written, the themes and motifs, etc.
The only drawback, if any, is the fact that the print is small and can be difficult to read for extended periods of time. Other than that, it is definitely worth a look if you're looking for assistance interpreting difficult texts, chapters, or are proving to someone that there are no contradictions in the Bible, only difficulties in proper hermeneutical interpretation.
Additionally, there is a long forward to each book that identifies the write of the Bible books, date written, the themes and motifs, etc.
The only drawback, if any, is the fact that the print is small and can be difficult to read for extended periods of time. Other than that, it is definitely worth a look if you're looking for assistance interpreting difficult texts, chapters, or are proving to someone that there are no contradictions in the Bible, only difficulties in proper hermeneutical interpretation.
September 14, 2017
All Christians should own a copy of this. It's short commentary on every verse in the Bible. It's concise and handy when you need help or want to get a different perspective. It's age is a feature, not a bug, as it can often take you out of your own historical context.
June 25, 2014
This is a very good commentary of the bible. It is concise and readable, with good introductions on each book, cross references, and notations on source content and translation. Some may find it bit choppy but it packs an enormous amount of information in a relatively small package. I believe it does a better job on the Old Testament, but only by a coat of paint. One quibble maybe that in an attempt to be efficient any parallel passages will send you to one place, so there is a bit of page flipping at times. But one commentary I regularly look to for a quick, insightful look at a difficult passage.
January 1, 2017
My absolute favorite out of several dozen commentaries on the Bible. Excellent research, theology, and usefulness of what is provided. I trust this commentary more than any other. <3
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