1 Timothy: A New Covenant Commentary

by Aida Besancon Spencer

In a thorough and insightful commentary on Paul’s letter to his co-worker Timothy, which the Apostle wrote before and during Nero’s persecution, Aída Besançon Spencer carefully examines each part of the letter and reveals Paul’s rhetorical and stylistic features, as well as placing the letter in the larger biblical, historical, social, and cultural contexts. How Paul’s writing related to the ancient communities is enriched by original research gleaned from her explorations of key sites in Rome and Greece. In addition, the author emphasizes Paul’s strategies of ministry with his co-workers and their community, while considering the role of women in the church. Throughout, Spencer presents an in-depth exegesis in a readable format enhanced by forty years of ministry.

Genres: Christian

190 pages, Kindle Edition

First published October 29, 2013

Reviews

[Mark · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a very good commentary on the First Epistle to Timothy (1 Timothy). It is written more in a narrative style rather than verse-by-verse. Style aside, it contains valuable exegesis, cultural and historical background considerations, and sidebars providing more discussion and/or applications to modern Christians and churches. The commentary approaches the text from an egalitarian perspective, particularly in regards to the issue of gender roles in the church for which this Epistle is frequently cited.

[Steve · Rating 4 out of 5]

A very good commentary on 1 Timothy.