New century bible commentary
The New Century Bible Commentary (NCBC) is a series of biblical commentaries written by various authors and published by Marshall Pickering and Inter-Varsity Press. The series aims to provide a comprehensive and accessible commentary on the Bible, with a focus on the original meaning of the text and its relevance to contemporary readers.
Here are some key features of the New Century Bible Commentary series:
- Verse-by-verse commentary: Each commentary is written in a verse-by-verse format, with detailed explanations of the text, its historical and cultural context, and its theological significance.
- Scholarly yet accessible: The commentaries are written by scholars who are experts in their field, but the language is clear and accessible to readers who are not specialists in biblical studies.
- Focus on original meaning: The NCBC series emphasizes the importance of understanding the original meaning of the text, rather than imposing modern interpretations or biases.
- Relevance to contemporary readers: The commentaries also explore the relevance of the text to contemporary readers, highlighting its application to everyday life and its significance for the Christian faith.
- Comprehensive coverage: The series covers the entire Bible, including the Old Testament, New Testament, and Apocrypha.
Some of the notable authors who have contributed to the New Century Bible Commentary series include:
- F.F. Bruce: A renowned biblical scholar and author, Bruce wrote commentaries on the Gospel of John, Acts, and the Epistles of Paul.
- D.A. Carson: A prominent evangelical scholar, Carson wrote commentaries on the Gospel of John, 1 Corinthians, and the Epistles of Paul.
- Gordon Fee: A respected biblical scholar, Fee wrote commentaries on 1 Corinthians, 2 Corinthians, and the Pastoral Epistles.
- Douglas Moo: A leading evangelical scholar, Moo wrote commentaries on Romans, Galatians, and the Pastoral Epistles.
The New Century Bible Commentary series is widely regarded as a valuable resource for biblical scholars, pastors, and students, offering a comprehensive and accessible commentary on the Bible.