Philippians : from biblical text-- to contemporary life / Frank Thielman

Main Author: Thielman, FrankLanguage: англійська.Publication: Grand Rapids, Mich. : Zondervan Publishing House, ©1995Description: 256 pages ; 24 cmISBN: 0310493005; 9780310493006.Series: The NIV application commentary seriesDewey: 227/.606, 20Classification: 11.46 ; BC 4930Contents note: Series introduction -- General editor's preface -- Author's preface -- Introduction -- Annotated bibliography -- Text and commentary on Philippians -- Scripture index Abstract: Most Bible commentaries take us on a one-way trip from the twentieth century to the first century. But they leave us there, assuming that we can somehow make the return journey on our own. In other words, they focus on the original meaning of the passage but don't discuss its contemporary application. The information they offer is valuable but the job is only half done! The NIV Application Commentary Series helps us with both halves of the interpretative task. This new and unique series shows readers how to bring an ancient message into modern context. It explains not only what the Bible meant but also how it can speak powerfully today..Bibliography: Includes bibliographical references and index..Subject - Personal Name: Paulus (Apostel) Philipperbrief Subject - Title: Bible | Bible Subject - Topical Name: Bible. N.T. Philippians - Commentaries | Kommentar | Filippenzen (bijbelboek) Online Resources:Click here to access online
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Includes bibliographical references and index.

Series introduction -- General editor's preface -- Author's preface -- Introduction -- Annotated bibliography -- Text and commentary on Philippians -- Scripture index.

Most Bible commentaries take us on a one-way trip from the twentieth century to the first century. But they leave us there, assuming that we can somehow make the return journey on our own. In other words, they focus on the original meaning of the passage but don't discuss its contemporary application. The information they offer is valuable but the job is only half done! The NIV Application Commentary Series helps us with both halves of the interpretative task. This new and unique series shows readers how to bring an ancient message into modern context. It explains not only what the Bible meant but also how it can speak powerfully today.

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