It contains the full text of the niv for the passage under commentary, but then deals with it under three headings. One of the rules of ancient holy war was that the plunder must not be taken. Society of biblical literature dissertation series 153. Jobes 1 edition first published in 1996 not in library.
She has written the niv application commentary on esther as well as a detailed study of an ancient greek version of esther and is the coauthor of invitation to the septuagint. You can read most of my published articles from links on karens articles. Jobes phd, westminister theological seminary is the gerald f. You will also find options for commentaries on esther that help pastors, teachers, and readers with application of the bible, commentaries that approach the scripture versebyverse, classic christian commentaries, and much more. I always appreciate it when there is clear consensus on the best commentary on any given book of the bible. Respected new testament scholar karen jobes explores the cultural and theological background of hebrews and the general. Everyday low prices and free delivery on eligible orders. For if you remain silent at this time, relief and deliverance for the jews will arise from another place, but you and your fathers family will perish. Jobes does not see this as central to the books message, noting that the main adversarial relationship in the book is not between male and female but between the jews and their enemies. This commentary shows how esther is perfect guidance for us when we find ourselves in a situation where right and wrong are not so clearly defined and every choice we have seems to be a troubling mixture of good and bad. But when she falls in love with a minister, she starts to question all of her beliefs.
First is original meaning, which is essentially the material that would be. Often the book esther the niv application commentary has a lot info on it. Keith mathison agrees with the other experts when he says, karen jobes has written the most engaging, interesting, and helpful commentary on the book of esther presently available. In that series, he mentioned somewhere that karen jobes, who easily probably wrote one of the best commentaries on esther, and upon remembering that namedrop, i found this commentary for a collegepaper i had to write on a passage in esther. Esther the niv application commentary kindle edition by. The book of esther tells a story of gods providence, without ever directly mentioning him. About the seriesthis unique series shows readers how. It accomplishes this by including over 600 verses from nine different books genesis, exodus, ruth, esther, psalms, hosea, jonah, malachi, isaiah and providing helps for. Set while the israelites are captives in persia, gods chosen people are repeatedly endangered by people like haman, who desires that every jew be put to death. Hundreds of slides organized chapter by chapter of the book of esther, this photo companion is a treasure trove of visual aids. Online esther the niv application commentary by karen h. Jul, 2010 obviously, the book of esther brings up various issues relating to women in particular.
Best esther commentaries updated for 2020 best bible. In all four sermons by tim keller, see below, this is the only commentator he mentions by name, and he doesnt just mention jobes. Her knowledge of the text is extensive, and her insights into current application are valuable. She is the author of many articles and several books, including the niv application commentary.
Hawthorne professor emerita of new testament greek and exegesis, wheaton college and graduate school. Jobes 1 edition first published in 2000 download daisy. Leonhard goppelt observed in his commentary on 1 peter that this designation indicates the socio. The photo companion to esther is an excellent resource for professionalquality digital photos, maps, and illustrations that will enhance any presentation of that biblical book or historical period. Esther niv application commentary series by karen h jobes. Whether youve loved the book or not, if you give your honest and detailed thoughts then people will find new books that are right for them.
Niv application commentary nivac ebook 9780310872146 by karen h. They enable us to cross the barriers of time, language, and geography that separate us from the biblical world. Click download or read online button to get book of esther book now. God fulfills a promise ebook 9780310867265 by karen jobes, janet nygren.
Confira tambem os ebooks mais vendidos, lancamentos e livros digitais exclusivos. The niv application commentary helps you communicate and apply biblical text effectively in todays context. In esther nivac, karen jobes is our guide for an insightful and unexpected look at the book of esther a book brimming with practical lessons, but seemingly without a theology. Karen jobes joined the committee on bible translation in 1996 and became the first woman in the group.
About the nivac series the niv application commentary series is unique. The niv version of gospel of john had come out a few years earlier and had a serious impact on her spiritual life. Karen jobess discovering the septuagint is a guided greek reader that seeks to aid students who have had at least three semesters of koine greek begin to read the greek jewish scriptures p. I utilized several commentaries on esther, but none was more helpful to me than karen jobes fine work. I came across this commentary at the prompt of listening to a wellknown pastors sermon series on esther. Click download or read online button to get the two targums of esther book now.
Download and read free online esther the niv application commentary karen h. Read letters to the church a survey of hebrews and the general epistles by karen h. Each study looks at the original meaning, bridging contexts, and contemporary significance of the text, and offers small group participants a better understanding and relevant application of the biblical material to their daily lives. Most bible commentaries help us make the journey from our world back to the world of the bible. Jobes provides a fresh, insightful commentary on 1 peter that will help students and pastors understand and apply this important letter to the world in which we live. Use features like bookmarks, note taking and highlighting while reading esther the niv application commentary. The author of several works, she has also been involved in the niv bible translation. Yet, the books theological message is powerful and shines through the daily faithfulness of esther as she faithfully obeys the god of israel and saves her people.
Esther the niv application commentary kindle edition. There was to be not personal profit in holy war because the destroyers were acting not on their own behalf but as agents of gods wrath. Jobes foreigners and exiles was 1 peter written to roman colonists. Esther is a spirited, independent artist who also happens to be a committed atheist with deep disdain for organized religion. A series of bible study guides following the format and content of the niv application commentaries series.
Find karen jobess phone number, address, and email on spokeo, the leading online directory for contact information. When the niv new testament came out in 1973, karen jobes read through it eagerly. Esther the niv application commentary kindle edition by jobes, karen h download it once and read it on your kindle device, pc, phones or tablets. Esther niv application commentary westminster bookstore.
Often the book esther the niv application commentary has a. If youre looking for information, hopefully it will be on one of the links on this site. Chapter 59 esther 110 the hidden god of esther do not think that because you are in the kings house you alone of all the jews will escape. In esther nivac, karen jobes is our guide for an insightful and unexpected look at the book of esthera book brimming with practical lessons, but seemingly without a theology. Jobes, 9780310206729, download free ebooks, download free pdf epub ebook. If you cant find what youre looking for here, or youd like to contact me, please email. Sep 07, 2008 open library is an initiative of the internet archive, a 501c3 nonprofit, building a digital library of internet sites and other cultural artifacts in digital form. This site is like a library, use search box in the widget to get ebook that you want. Download for offline reading, highlight, bookmark or take notes while you read esther. Henry adams esther puts a novel spin on the classic scenario of illmatched lovers. Esther the niv application commentary english edition.
The niv application commentary series takes a unique approach. Jobes mobipocket esther the niv application commentary by. Karen jobess phone number, email, address, public records. In this addition to the acclaimed becnt series, karen h. This is the best commentary on esther that i have personally read. Other readers will always be interested in your opinion of the books youve read.
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