“Keener is an outstanding exegete. His commentary is distinctive in its emphasis on the social-historical context of the Gospel.”
- Keith Mathison
"Craig Keener's academic commentaries are among the most
important in print, because they not only summarize former
scholarship but add so many new insights from primary literature of
the time."
- David Instone-Brewer
University of Cambridge
"This commentary is invaluable in its thorough discussion of social
and historical background for virtually every sentence of the Gospel.
The citations of both primary and secondary sources are
encyclopedic…. Keener's commentary sets a new standard in
providing comprehensive and helpful background information."
- Interpretation
"Keener has produced a distinctive and valuable and insightful
commentary. With its abundant references to ancient literature and
secondary literature, it can only be described as a remarkable tour de
force. Solidly evangelical, deeply thoughtful, always informed and
eminently practical, this is a commentary that will faithfully lead
readers to the heart of Matthew."
- Themelios
"A thorough commentary. Keener meticulously works his way
through the Gospel dealing with important themes that emerge along
the way. In the process, he provides a wealth of insight into life in
Jesus' day and what Matthew's Gospel meant to the earliest readers....
Biblical scholars and well-schooled pastors will find it a valuable
addition to their library."
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