Title: Colossians /
Authors: Seitz, Christopher R.
Year: 2014
Subjects: Bible. Commentaries.; Bible.
Abstract: The Brazos Theological Commentary on the Bible advances the assumption that the Nicene creedal tradition, in all its diversity, provides the proper basis for the interpretation of the Bible as Christian scripture. The series encourages readers to extend the vital roots of the ancient Christian tradition to our day. In this addition to the acclaimed series, renowned scholar Christopher Seitz offers a theological exegesis of Colossians, bringing his expertise in canonical reading to bear on his interpretation of this Pauline letter. As with other volumes in the series, the book is ideal for those called to ministry.
Contents: Introductory matters -- 1:1-2 Formal introduction and salutations -- 1:3-8 Paul and associates give thanks -- 1:9-14 Our prayers for you and our common destiny in Christ -- 1:15-20 Hymn to Christ from His Scriptures -- 1:21-29 Christ's reconciliation and Paul's vocation -- 2:1-7 Striving mightily for you -- 2:8-23 The so-called conflict at Colossae -- 3:1-17 Putting on the new life in Christ -- 3:18-4:1 In deed -- 4:2-18 Goodbye -- Appendix: Paul in his own words -- a paraphrase -- Bibliography -- Subject index -- Scripture index.