Matthew: A Shorter Commentary

This work is an abbreviated version of the monumental, three-volume "Matthew, A Critical and Exegetical Commentary in the International Critical Commentary series (ICC). Davies and Allison's magisterial work is considered to be the standard work on Matthew and is still a best-selling title. Retaining all the important features of the ICC volumes, this Shorter Commentary includes the new translation of the Gospel as well as a condensed introduction and a summary of the main exegetical points in a non-technical verse-by-verse commentary. For those who lack the linguistic and historical grounding, or the time, to deal with the ICC volume, this shorter volume is an accessible, affordable, and practical alternative.Dale C., Jr. Allison is the author of 'Matthew: A Shorter Commentary' with ISBN 9780567082398 and ISBN 0567082393.