Includes bibliographical references (pages 304-311) and indexes.

The city and the culture of Corinth: distinctive features that assist an understanding of the Epistle -- The ethos that permeated the church, largely derived from the social, political, and economic culture of Corinth -- Other "Corinthian" traits relevant today: the rhetoric of audience approval and resonances with consumerism and postmodernity -- Some remaining issues of introduction that shed further light upon the text -- Address, greeting, and thanksgiving (1:1-9) -- Causes and cures of splits in the church (1:10-2:5) -- The holy Spirit and "spirituality": the mind of Christ (2:6-16 and 3:1-4) -- Applying these criteria (Cross and Holy Spirit) to church and ministry (3:5-4:21) -- Moral issues that require clear-cut challenge and change (5:1-6:20) -- Paul's replies to questions from Corinth about a series of practical issues (7:1-11:1) -- Mutual respect in matters of public worship (11:2-14:40) -- The resurrection of the dead (15:1-58) -- The collection, travel plans, and greetings (16:1-24).

"Anthony Thiselton's substantial New International Greek Testament Commentary volume The First Espistle to the Corinthians (2000) has become a standard work on 1 Corinthians. In this follow-up commentary Thiselton condenses his detailed exegesis into a concise volume ideal for readers of all levels. Enhanced by Thiselton's practical and pastoral applications of the text. Paul's letter to the first-century Corinthian church becomes a living, practical, transforming word from God for Christians today."--Back cover.