Commentaries on Colossians
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Top 3
The Epistles to the Colossians, to Philemon, and to the Ephesians. NICNT. Eerdmans, 1984.
Tim Challies
Bruce’s contribution to the NICNT is a substantial work that covers not only Ephesians, but Colossians and Philemon as well. more
Tim Challies
Bruce’s contribution to the NICNT is a substantial work that covers not only Ephesians, but Colossians and Philemon as well. more
Colossians, Philemon. NIVAC. Zondervan, 1998.
The Gospel Coalition
Schreiner describes Garland’s commentary as “a fine exposition for pastors. more
Nijay K. Gupta
As is to be expected of his work in general, Garland offers a richly rewarding study of Colossians with a view towards personal spiritual formation and application today. more
Tim Challies
The NIV Application Commentary set is known for being a little bit uneven, with some volumes being far superior to others. more
Marcus Maher
I really like the concept of the NIV Application Series, I just find that too often, the individual commentaries are not as well executed as I hope. more
The Epistles to the Colossians and to Philemon. NIGTC. Eerdmans, 1996.
Nijay K. Gupta
Dunn is a seasoned commentary writer, with Romans as his most well-known volume (WBC). more
Phillip J. Long
Dunn is always interesting to read and the New International Greek Text series is always excellent. more
New and Notable
The Letters to the Colossians and to Philemon (2nd ed.). PNTC. Eerdmans, 2024.
The Gospel Coalition
Doug Moo’s excellent commentary represents an optimal blend of exegetical competence, theological insight, and careful handling of interpretational issues. more
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Forthcoming Commentaries
| Year | Author | Title | Series |
|---|---|---|---|
| forthcoming 2021 | Chandler, Matt | Colossians | Christ-Centered Exposition |
| forthcoming | Achtemeier, Mark | Colossians | Belief: Theological Commentary on the Bible |
| forthcoming | Dodson, Joseph R. | Colossians and Philemon | Christian Standard Commentary |
| forthcoming | Ehorn, Seth M. | Colossians | Evangelical Exegetical Commentary |
| forthcoming | Ferguson, Sinclair B. | Colossians | Lectio Continua Expository Commentary on the New Testament |
| forthcoming | Jeal, Roy R. | Exploring Colossians | Rhetoric of Religious Antiquity |
| forthcoming | John of Damascus; Theodore of Mopsuestia | Commentaries on the Pauline Epistles | Ancient Christian Texts |
| forthcoming | Klauck, Hans-Josef | Colossians | Hermeneia |
| forthcoming | Maier, Harry O. | Colossians and Philemon Through the Centuries | Blackwell Bible Commentaries |
| forthcoming | McCaulley, Esau | Colossians, Philemon | Story of God Bible Commentary |
| forthcoming | Myers, Jason A. | Preaching Colossians and Philemon | Proclamation: Preaching the New Testament |
| forthcoming | Perkins, Pheme | Colossians | Illuminations Commentary Series |
| forthcoming | Perkins, Pheme | Philippians, Colossians, and Philemon | Illuminations Commentary Series |
| forthcoming | Wood, Shane | Colossians | Bible in God's World Commentary |