It is the earliest history we have of the earth and of gods relationships to men. Ill take alters translation and commentary of genesis over any other commentary yet produced. Genesis 16 commentary hagars misbehaviour to sarai. Victor hamilton explains in his commentary the book of genesis, that this angel is a visible manifestation of yahweh thats essentially indistinguishable from yahweh himself. God has moved in my life through a number of powerful men of god from whom i have. While he also strongly supports the documentary hypothesis, he tends to build on the theological themes more effectively than does speiser. The book of genesis, the first book of the hebrew bible and the old testament, is an account of. As deep and weighty as the book of genesis is, it is no dry textbook. The first audience would have been the israelites moses led through the wilderness. Verses 15 16 it is here taken for granted, though not expressly recorded, that hagar did as the angel commanded her, returning to here mistress and submitting herself.
Aug 03, 2017 learn the book of genesis with apologetic concepts in mind. The first book of moses, which has the superscription. That means that this picture shows the first ever printed page of the book of genesis. Genesis with book summary versebyverse bible commentary.
Genesis by andrew steinmann is a very scholarly and readable commentary on the first book of the bible. Exodus is the book of redemption, the first need of a ruined race. Toledoth a certain structure of genesis can be seen in the fact that eleven times the hebrew word toledoth generations, histories is mentioned as conclusion or introduction of a report. This commentary genesis 111 was originally written in 2001. Genesis introduction commentary commentary critical. We may thank ourselves for the guilt and grief that follow us, when we go out of the way of our duty. Commentary on the book of genesis matthew henry 1662 1714 this is another commentary by matthew henry, well known for his commentaries on. Feb 01, 2002 notice what the expositors bible commentary introduction to the book tells us. Genesis chapter 16 verse by verse bible commentary. As an introduction to the history of salvation 111 2 the patriarchs. Genesis 111 and work bible commentary theology of work.
This narrowed their view from the entire world of peoples in gen. A free bible version and commentary on the book of genesis in easyenglish. There was not only liberty allowed to man, in taking the fruits of paradise, but everlasting life made sure to him upon his obedience. In a broad sense genesis 111 is the introduction not only to the book of genesis but also to the entire bible. Intro to genesis biblica the international bible society.
The events recorded in genesis cover a period of 2,315 years ussher. Much like the writers of the nt new testament gospels and the later historical books of the ot old testament e. Genesis 16 commentary james burton coffman commentaries on. See it in this case, passionate people often quarrel with others, for things of which they themselves must bear the blame. Best commentaries on genesis exegesis and theology. Genesis is the book of origins of the beginning of life, and of ruin through sin.
Deuteronomy, the second law, a title which plainly shows what is the object of this book, namely, a recapitulation of the law. Commentary on the book of genesis by matthew henry old. It is the first of two online courses on genesis, the other course in the genesis sequence is. Note, those who obey divine precepts shall have the comfort of divine promises. The title found in the english translation of the bible, genesis, is actually derived from the septuagint the greek translation of the old testament rendering of genesis 2. The first book of the pentateuch, genesis, gives an account of the origin of all created things and acts, as it were, as an elaborate introduction to gods later revelation to israel through moses. It was given in the form of public addresses to the people. So, the servant wanted to return, so that he could introduce isaac to rebekah. Instruct each half to read their assigned verses and find the names contained in them. In our last section god called abram to leave his home and family and go to a land god would show him. Abrams unhappy marriage to hagar very soon made a great deal of mischief. Learn the book of genesis with apologetic concepts in mind.
Free online bible commentary on genesis 1619 introduction. These books, known also as the pentateuch meaning fivevolumed book, were referred. Feb 03, 2018 commentary on the book of genesis matthew henry 1662 1714 this is another commentary by matthew henry, well known for his commentaries on the bible, this one is on genesis, the first book of. Alters translation is easily the best out there and provides for the greatest insights into the narrative strategy of the authoreditor. Study genesis using matthew henrys bible commentary concise to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. Here in genesis is the first occurrence in chapter 16. The name universally used in english for this book is genesis.
Introduction from the niv study bible go to genesis. Genesis 16 commentary james burton coffman commentaries. Matthew henry 18 october 1662 22 june 1714 was an english commentator on the bible, who published his works in 1706, sixvolume exposition of the old and new testaments 17081710 or complete commentary, provides an exhaustive verse by verse study of the bible, covering the whole of the old testament, and the gospels and acts in the new testament. Free online bible commentary on genesis 16 19 introduction. Leviticus is the book of worship and communion, the proper exercise of the redeemed. Divide the class in half and ask one half to read genesis 16. Walton, the lost world of genesis one, ivp 2009 has helped me see just how influenced i was by my own existential setting. Printed genesis the gutenberg bible is the first bible constructed using a printing press. It is chiefly, however, the duties of the priests, the sons of aaron, which this book describes. Book of genesis matthew henrys bible commentary concise. You can find the best commentary on genesis for you using the tools on the right side. Her misbehaviour towards sarai her mistress, genesis 16.
It abounds in preaching values, and is to be highly recommended. The theme of genesis is creation, sin, and recreation. Its first word, in the beginning god, is in striking contrast with the end, in a coffin in egypt. Genesis 16 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, by the leading authority in the church of christ, presents a verse level look at the bible. Genesis introduction scofield reference bible commentary. This underscored israels mission to be a light to the gentiles is. Its message is rich and complex, and listing its main elements gives a succinct outline of the biblical message as a whole.
Genesis 16 commentary matthew henrys complete commentary. It summarizes the early stages in the history of mankind from the creation to the death of joseph the patriarch. This book opens the door for correctly understanding god. Genesis 16 commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole. Covering all 50 chapters of the book, the title is an excellent balance of exegetical analysis, historical background, description of culture and customs, and other items that help the reader better understand genesis. The book is the account of the beginning of the earth, mankind, and gods dealings with man. The challenge to the traditional view although there were isolated individuals who questioned the literary coherence of genesis through deuteronomy, the most notable was the philosopher baruch spinoza 16321677. Included in the topics are progressive revelation, inspiration, the correct view of the authorship of genesis which includes a short exegetical study of new testament passages to substantiate this, along with the themes of genesis and a few summaries of the book of genesis.
I struggled greatly with the relationship between gen. Genesis introduction commentary commentary critical and. The readings, lectures, curriculum, and assignments are all designed to maximize student understanding and application of this foundational book of the bible. Besides being introductory, genesis is explanatory. A particular declaration of the purposes of his love concerning him, in two things. The commentaries of the reverend matthew henry have been a great blessing to the readers of the blue letter bible since 1996. Constable title each book of the pentateuch the first five books of the old testament, called the pentateuch since about a. Explain that in the scriptures the names of people and places often have symbolic meanings. The book of genesis is the foundation for the theology of work. Study the bible online using commentary on genesis introduction and more. The book was written to the people of israel and all future readers of the bible. Genesis 16 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, filling six volumes, provides an exhaustive look at every verse in the bible. I rate this as a good buy for a serious student of genesis. Aims at accuracy in interpreting the original text.
That he would give him canaan for an inheritance, genesis 15. It is supremely a book that speaks about relationships, highlighting those between god and his creation, between god and humankind, and. Introduction in genesis chapter 15 we come to one of the highwater. Speisers volume is not my favorite genesis commentary.
The book of genesis is foundational to the understanding of the rest of the bible. Concerning her, we have four things in this chapter. Genesis chapter 15 matthew henry complete commentary on. I struggled greatly with the relationship between genesis 1 and my own modern western culture. Not all such situations work out so well, as our text in genesis 16 teaches. Introduction to the book of genesis learn religions.