[B-Greek] Romans (Greek Text Commentaries)
plstepp at juno.com
plstepp at juno.com
Wed Mar 5 10:20:44 EST 2003
I worked through large chunks of Romans several years ago, before Moo or Schreiner were available. I decided then that the best approach was cross-sectional (i.e., look at a handful of commentaries side-by-side which provided particularly fruitful contrasts when examined). I thought Cranfield the absolute BEST commentary available on Romans, and worked through the old Barrett volume (Black's/Harper's) and Dunn (WBC), with occasional reference to Matthew Black, Bruce, Kasemann, etc.
Today, I would still definitely start with Cranfield alongside Barrett and Dunn (they're still really good). In addition to those already named, I would also consult Schlatter, Stott, Zeisler, Achtemeier, Jewett, Stowers, etc.
I also recommend the newest volume in the Smith and Helwys series by my mentor, Charles Talbert: Talbert cuts through the politically correct fog regarding covenantal nomism, etc. that has surrounded Romans for some time.
Also: Cranfield published an article in Expository Times on his suggested approach to preaching through Romans. I thought it was an EXCELLENT article, even though I didn't ultimately follow much of his outline. The bibliographical information is:
Cranfield, Charles E.B. "The Pastor's Opportunities, Pt. 8: Preaching on Romans." Expository Times 99 (1987) 2:36-40.
Hope that helps.
PLStepp
Perry L. Stepp, Ph.D.
Instructor, Biblical Studies, Baylor University
"We can only possess what we experience: Truth, to be understood, must be lived." --Charlie Peacock
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