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The letters to Timothy and Titus / Philip H. Towner.

By: Material type: TextTextSeries: The new international commentary on the New TestamentPublication details: Grand Rapids, Mich. : William B. Eerdmans Pub. Co., 2006.Description: xlviii, 886 p. ; 25 cmISBN:
  • 9780802825131 (cloth : alk. paper)
  • 9780802825131
Subject(s): DDC classification:
  • 227/.83077 22
LOC classification:
  • BS2735.53 BS2341.2 .N483 2006
Online resources: Summary: The most accessible, most broadly pitched full-length commentary on Timothy and Titus, this NICNT volume explores Paul's three letters to Timothy and Titus within their historical, religious, and cultural settings. In his introduction, Towner sets out the rationale for his historical approach, questions certain assumptions of recent critical scholarship, and establishes the uniqueness and individuality of each letter. Significantly, Towner's work displays unprecedented interaction with four recent major commentaries on these Pauline letters. Centered on an outstanding translation of the Greek text and including thorough footnotes, bibliographical citations, and indexes, Towner's commentary on Timothy and Titus is sure to become a standard reference for busy pastors, students, and scholars.
Item type: Reference Book
Holdings
Current library Collection Call number Vol info Status Date due Barcode
Judith Thomas Library Reference Books Reference Shelves BS 2341.2 .N483 2006 (Browse shelf(Opens below)) AUA006578 Not for loan AUA006578

Includes bibliographical references and indexes.

The most accessible, most broadly pitched full-length commentary on Timothy and Titus, this NICNT volume explores Paul's three letters to Timothy and Titus within their historical, religious, and cultural settings. In his introduction, Towner sets out the rationale for his historical approach, questions certain assumptions of recent critical scholarship, and establishes the uniqueness and individuality of each letter. Significantly, Towner's work displays unprecedented interaction with four recent major commentaries on these Pauline letters. Centered on an outstanding translation of the Greek text and including thorough footnotes, bibliographical citations, and indexes, Towner's commentary on Timothy and Titus is sure to become a standard reference for busy pastors, students, and scholars.