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Engaging, perceptive, and academically thorough, the New Beacon Bible Commentary will expand your understandingand deepen your appreciation for the meaning and message of each book of the Bible.Written from the Wesleyan theological perspective, this indispensable commentary provides pastors, professionalscholars, teachers, and Bible students with a critical, relevant, and inspiring interpretation of the Word of God inthe 21st century.EACH VOLUME FEATURES: Contemporary scholarships from notable experts in the Wesleyan theological tradition Convenient introductory material, including information on authorship, date, history, audience, sociological/cultural issues, purpose, literary features, theological themes, and hermeneutical issues Clear verse-by-verse explanations, which offer a contemporary, Wesleyan-based understanding derived fromthe biblical text in its original language Comprehensive annotation divided into three sections, which cover background elements behind the text;verse-by-verse details and meanings found in the text; and significance, relevance, intertextuality, and applicationfrom the text Helpful sidebars, which provide deeper insight into theological issues, word meanings, archeological connections,historical relevance, and cultural customs An expanded bibliography for further study of historical elements, additional interpretations, and theologicalthemes