Reading Philippians: A Theological Introduction (Cascade Companions) by Nijay K. Gupta


Reading Philippians: A Theological Introduction (Cascade Companions)
Title : Reading Philippians: A Theological Introduction (Cascade Companions)
Author :
Rating :
ISBN : 1532672969
ISBN-10 : 9781532672965
Language : English
Format Type : Kindle Edition
Number of Pages : 138
Publication : Published February 12, 2020

In this new introduction and guide to Paul's Letter to the Philippians, Nijay K. Gupta makes the background, messages, and theological importance of this text understandable and interesting to lay readers and students. Reading Philippians includes Gupta's own English translation of Philippians. In his discussion of the value and significance of this text for Christians todat, he incorporates fascinating historical case studies, modern analogies from pop culture, and practical advice and exercises for Christian formation for today. "Relevant. Entertaining. Accurate. Transforming. Written for everyday Christians by an expert on Philippians, Nijay Gupta's guide strikes all the right chords." --Matthew W. Bates, Associate Professor of Theology, Quincy University "Philippians comes to life as Gupta illuminates the theological issues of the text and highlights the historical context of first-century Philippi. Gupta offers accessible examples as he guides readers through the practice of theological interpretation. This skillfully written commentary should be a go-to volume for any pastor, lay leader, or student who desires a concise and thorough examination of Philippians." --Lynn Cohick, Provost and Dean, Professor of New Testament, Denver Seminary "Gupta offers a remarkably accessible and rich introduction to Paul's Letter to the Philippians. Gupta is an ideal guide for all non-specialists wanting to learn how to read a Pauline letter with attention to its theological, historical, and exegetical texture." --Joshua Jipp, Associate Professor of New Testament, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School "Nijay Gupta offers an informed, learned, and eminently readable introduction to Paul's Letter to the Philippians. A wonderful survey of the letter, from the summit of the Christ-hymn to Paul's soliloquy about facing possible execution, suffused with great insights about Christian community, and it puts readers in touch with the latest in Pauline scholarship. A terrific volume by a world-class Pauline scholar!" --Michael F. Bird, Academic Dean and Lecturer in Theology, Ridley College Nijay K. Gupta is Associate Professor of New Testament at Portland Seminary. He has written or edited six books and has published dozens of academic articles. He is an award-winning researcher and a member of the Society of New Testament Studies.

Reading Philippians: A Theological Introduction (Cascade Companions) Reviews

  • Simon

    A very easy-reading commentary, which brings together most recent scholarship on Philippians in a straight-forward manner. It is very much a short introduction into the book, and does rush past a few things, but then ends with a good list of more detailed resources you can dig your teeth into if you wish.

    A very good primer.

  • James Korsmo

    Gupta gives a great tour of Philippians. While Nijay is clearly a distinguished New Testament scholar with a deep understanding of the text, he puts this in service of a lively and engaging introduction to this gem of a letter by helping you see the text anew. He starts each of the four chapters introducing the four chapters of Philippians with a fresh translation. Use of "celebrate/celebration" instead of "joy/rejoicing," for instance, brings an immediacy and freshness to familiar words. In each chapter, he then looks carefully at the main features of the text, then concluding with reflections on the significance of the text. He concludes the book with a brief chapter on the scholarly study of Philippians. I loved this book. It's a delightful invitation to this beloved letter of Paul.

  • David Campton

    A slim but stimulating theological introduction to this short epistle, with some interesting practical/pastoral insights, that avoids descending into intragesis or exposition. It is not a detailed verse by verse commentary, but there are plenty of those already from all sorts of theological angles. Will seek out more in this series and by this commentator.