My church does not have wifi available, therefore I am not always able to access my entire library on my Kindle Fire. Due to the limited memory available I cannot download an entire commentary series. I was wondering what would be a good single commentary that covers the whole Bible?
Thanks.
http://www.logos.com/product/291/matthew-henrys-commentary-on-the-bible
Looking at Logos comparison page => http://www.logos.com/comparison
noticed => The Bible Knowledge Commentary is included in base packages (except Original Languages).
Another resource to consider is The NET Bible that has a lot of footnotes plus is included in Bible Study and higher base packages.
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Thanks. I have that one in my library. Anyone else have another favorite?
I really like the NET and use that one regularly. I haven't used the Bible Knowledge Commentary very much, but I will definitely take a closer look at it.
Ronald Quick: My church does not have wifi available, therefore I am not always able to access my entire library on my Kindle Fire. Due to the limited memory available I cannot download an entire commentary series. I was wondering what would be a good single commentary that covers the whole Bible?
Um - it really depends on what you want. Another user suggested Matthew Henry. It is certainly a classic, but it is also quite dated with regard to knowledge of the Biblical world. In many respects I personally want a commentary that 1) Informs me of where there have been conflicts with regards to interpretation, and 2) Gives some historical background information about the biblical world. Currently I use the Oxford, but it is no longer available. I have also used the Harper and the IVP New Biblical Commentary for this at various times in the past. I wish I had the New Jerome... I'm actually thinking of going with the Net Bible notes for this...
To be honest, I have not been that happy with any of the single volume works. I quickly want more information.
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Kenneth McGuire:the IVP New Biblical Commentary
Actually the name is The New Bible Commentary. I would guess it ranks with most. D. A. Carson is the author/editor.
The New Bible Commentary - Logos Bible Software
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Kenneth McGuire: Um - it really depends on what you want. Another user suggested Matthew Henry. It is certainly a classic, but it is also quite dated with regard to knowledge of the Biblical world. In many respects I personally want a commentary that 1) Informs me of where there have been conflicts with regards to interpretation, and 2) Gives some historical background information about the biblical world. Currently I use the Oxford, but it is no longer available. I have also used the Harper and the IVP New Biblical Commentary for this at various times in the past. I wish I had the New Jerome... I'm actually thinking of going with the Net Bible notes for this... To be honest, I have not been that happy with any of the single volume works. I quickly want more information.
I agree with Kenneth's understanding of Henry's commentary. It is very dated. My favorite one volume commentary is the Women's Bible Commentary, and it still in pre-pub. The two-one volume commentaries that I do use are Commentary on the New Testament Use of the Old Testament and Harper's Bible Commentary.
I would also recommend that you look into introduction books like:
NT: An Introduction to the New Testament and Introducing the New Testament: A Historical, Literary, and Theological Survey (still in pre-pub)
OT: Introducing the Old Testament and Introduction to the Hebrew Bible
Ronald Quick: My church does not have wifi available, therefore I am not always able to access my entire library on my Kindle Fire. Due to the limited memory available I cannot download an entire commentary series. I was wondering what would be a good single commentary that covers the whole Bible? Thanks.
Hi Ronald,
My personal favorite is the Believer's Bible Commentary.
I highly recommend it. I have it in print and on Logos.
Here is a sample of the Believers Bible Commentary
Ron,
Depending on your denominational background, I would consult your fellow laity. Then look at what Logos offers in that respect, afterwards consider what you are looking for in a one-volume book. At one time I favored Keil & Delitzch, Ironside and Gill. MacArthur isn’t too bad just a little long-winded. I do not really consult them too much anymore, but there are some online that you can google to give some a better idea of their content.
Hope this helps.
My favorite is the Wycliffe Bible Commentary.
Old Testament: http://www.logos.com/product/419/the-wycliffe-bible-commentary-old-testament
New Testament: http://www.logos.com/product/418/the-wycliffe-bible-commentary-new-testament
Blessings,Floyd
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Thanks for all the great recommendations.
Tomorrow the kids will be in school and my wife will be at work - so I have the entire day all to myself. This will give me plenty of time to look at the different commentaries.
Room4more:Depending on your denominational background, I would consult your fellow laity
Jerry M: Kenneth McGuire:the IVP New Biblical CommentaryActually the name is The New Bible Commentary. I would guess it ranks with most. D. A. Carson is the author/editor. The New Bible Commentary - Logos Bible Software
Another vote for the New Bible Commentary.
The best way to buy it is as part of the Essential IVP Reference Collection. Shop around for best price.
I would also suggest the Bible Knowledge Commentary. Written by the faculty at Dallas Theological Seminary, you get the diversity of each author writing from his strength with the unity of all contributors coming from the same similar theological position.
Jerry M: Kenneth McGuire:the IVP New Biblical Commentary Actually the name is The New Bible Commentary. I would guess it ranks with most. D. A. Carson is the author/editor. The New Bible Commentary - Logos Bible Software
Josh: My personal favorite is the Believer's Bible Commentary. I highly recommend it. I have it in print and on Logos.
Agree
Also consider http://www.logos.com/product/720/commentary-critical-and-explanatory-on-the-whole-bible
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Most anything by D.A. Carson is good (even if he is from Canada)
As a point of reference - Devin posted that Carson is Canadian even though he was categorized as a U.S. Scholar in the March Madness brackets.
I have nothing against our neighbors to the North!!