The Word Biblical Commentary series offers top-tier biblical scholarship from leading experts who view Scripture as divine revelation. This series provides in-depth analysis of text, language, structure, and theology, offering balanced insights into biblical meanings. These commentaries are valuable for theologians, teachers, students, ministers, and anyone interested in deepening their theological understanding.

Commentary Structure

• Introduction: Discusses the book's context, date, authorship, composition, purpose, and theology.
• Pericope Bibliography: Lists key works related to each section.
• Translation: Offers the author's translation of the biblical text, considering Hebrew and Greek nuances.
• Notes: Provides details on textual variants, grammar, and translation challenges.
• Form/Structure/Setting: Examines the origin, genre, and context of the text, highlighting important rhetorical features.
• Comment: Offers verse-by-verse interpretation and engages with scholarly opinions.
• Explanation: Summarizes the text's meaning within its book, the Old or New Testament, and the entire biblical canon, discussing its theological relevance.
• General Bibliography: An extensive list of sources used throughout the commentary.