Emerson B. Powery

A Companion to Philemon

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“Brogdon offers contemporary readers valid reasons to engage the Apostle Paul’s correspondence to a friend, fellow Christian, church leader and slave-owner. His interpretation wisely questions the traditional and popular ‘slave flight’ thesis—exegetically, historically, and culturally—and proposes an alternative paradigm. Even if I may quibble with some of Brogdon’s exegetical decisions, I highly recommend this short book on this brief letter to all interested in learning about the complexities of early Christianity, the origins of our hermeneutical decisions, and the challenges of contemporary faith. A Companion to Philemon is a worthwhile read for every person who reads the ancient Pauline letters in light of themes on human dignity.”

Archaeology and the World of Jesus

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“In this volume deSilva astutely focuses on locations where Jesus’s mission took place and on cities prominent in the lives of everyday Galileans. Alongside striking images, the careful descriptions will be a valuable resource for conversations on the Gospel stories—whether that discussion occurs in a university seminar, seminary classroom, or church setting. With a measured tone, deSilva has proven again to be a judicious guide for those who desire to grapple with the ancient contexts of biblical stories. This is a must-have resource for the serious student of the Gospels!”

Contextual Theological Interpretation

Theology

“A leading advocate for teaching students the significant role of multiple perspectives in biblical interpretation, Bo Lim takes readers on his historical quest—through the intertwining histories of theological interpretation and contextual interpretation—to claim an integrated hermeneutic of the Bible. Although scholars are not Lim’s intended audience, any serious biblical studies student intrigued by the intersection of context, theology, and culture as essentials in the interpretive process will find this timely resource invaluable.”

Enslavement and Gender in the New Testament

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“For scholars and readers interested in the Roman slave system and its significance for the early Christian movement, Enslavement and Gender in the New Testament is essential reading. With clarity and sophistication, Caryn Reeder examines the intersections of enslaved bodies, masculinity, and the social imagination of slavery in Roman antiquity. Drawing carefully on primary sources, she illuminates the ideological assumptions, social customs, and daily practices that shaped this world. Her analysis shows how the figure and lived reality of the enslaved person (including in metaphorical depictions of Jesus) exposed and challenged Roman masculine ideals. I enthusiastically recommend this contribution to slavery, gender, and early Christian studies.”

Honor, Patronage, Kinship, and Purity

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“Searching through the great moral teachers of the ancient world—from Aristotle to Seneca, from Musonius Rufus to the Wisdom of Ben Sira, and to so many others—David deSilva guides us through the distinct cultural assumptions of antiquity (i.e., honor, patronage, kinship, and purity). With his sharp exegetical mind, deSilva wisely and carefully encourages interpreters to become more sensitive to the social dynamics of ancient cultural assumptions informing the literature of the New Testament. There is no finer contemporary guide to this vital area of research.”

Philip's Daughters

Women

“The time for this volume is long overdue. The Pentecostal-charismatic movement has been birthed and nurtured by its spirit-inspired women. Its future relevance will depend on its commitment to and inclusion of the 'weaker sex.' These scholars, writing from inside and outside the movement, provide compelling, thoroughly researched accounts of this history. The editors are leading voices and advocates for the full participation of women in every capacity. Failure to heed their direction will result in an uneven future for the entire Pentecostal-charismatic movement.”

The Progressives' Bible

History & Biography

“This is a must-read volume for all who are captivated by how the Bible has been interpreted in the (North) American context. From abolitionism to women's rights to temperance, progressive thinkers grappled with conflicts in light of the wider culture's investment in biblical interpretation, which became a guide for biblical interpreters in the Civil Rights era. Prof. Setzer navigates these conversations with skill and expertise and allows readers to follow how our nineteenth-century forebears both tackled exegetical quandaries and expressed moral sensibilities in their interpretive strategies. Setzer proves what she admirably writes: "The Bible on its own did not and cannot reform society. It was the people."”

Using Our Outside Voice

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“The Bible is a public document and should not be left only to mystical interpreters, ecclesial enthusiasts, or political partisans. Greg Carey provides an effective and exhaustive guide to those who wish to practice biblical interpretation conscientiously for the publics they engage. We do well to heed Carey’s reliable advice.”

What Then Does This Text Mean?

Biblical Studies & Commentaries

“What Then Does This Text Mean? offers a timely and compelling invitation to a new generation of readers to explore the expanding landscape of biblical interpretation. This volume is essential reading for those interested in hermeneutics broadly and in the intricate practices of biblical interpretation more specifically.”