Catholic Commentary on Sacred Scripture: The Gospel of John
Digital Verbum Edition
Overview
In this addition to the Catholic Commentary on Sacred Scripture, two well-respected New Testament scholars interpret the Gospel of John in its historical and literary setting—and in light of the Church’s doctrinal, liturgical, and spiritual tradition. They unpack the wisdom of the fourth Gospel for the intellectual and spiritual transformation of its readers and connect the Gospel with a range of witnesses throughout the history of Catholicism.
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Key Features
- Implements the theological principles of Vatican II
- Connects the messages of John with the Catholic tradition
- References the Catechism of the Catholic Church, the Catholic Lectionary, the Church Fathers, and more
Contents
- Illustrations
- Editors’ Preface
- Abbreviations
- Introduction
- Outline of the Gospel of John
- The Prologue (1:1–18)
- Successive Days of Revelation (1:19–2:12)
- Jesus’ First Trip to Jerusalem (2:13–3:36)
- Encounters with Jesus in Samaria and Galilee (4:1–54)
- The Obedient Son, Lord of the Sabbath (5:1–47)
- Jesus and Passover: Food for Eternal Life (6:1–71)
- Jesus at the Festival of Tabernacles I (7:1–52)
- Jesus at the Festival of Tabernacles II (7:53–8:59)
- The Light of the World: Illumination and Judgment (9:1–41)
- The Good Shepherd and the Festival of Dedication (10:1–42)
- The Resurrection and the Life (11:1–54)
- Jesus Goes to Jerusalem for His Passover (11:55–12:50)
- On the Night before He Died (13:1–30)
- Farewell Discourse I (13:31–14:31)
- Farewell Discourse II (15:1–16:4a)
- Farewell Discourse III (16:4b–33)
- Jesus’ Prayer of Communion (17:1–26)
- The Hour Begins (18:1–27)
- The Trial before Pilate (18:28–19:16a)
- No Greater Love (19:16b–42)
- Encountering the Risen Lord (20:1–31)
- The Church’s Witness to the Risen Lord (21:1–25)
- Suggested Resources
- Glossary
- Index of Pastoral Topics
- Index of Sidebars
- Map
Top Highlights
“At Cana, the mother of Jesus appears as the embodiment, in a single person, of the faithful, obedient people of God. Just as the people Israel expressed perfect faithfulness to God at the covenantal wedding at Mount Sinai—‘We will do everything that the Lord has told us’ (Exod 24:3; see 19:8; 24:7)—so too the mother of Jesus instructs those present at the wedding to ‘Do whatever he tells you’ (2:5; compare Luke 1:38). The mother of Jesus is the model of those obedient to God: she both displays and encourages perfect covenant faithfulness and love for God.” (Page 57)
“Yet through the culturally surprising address of his mother as ‘woman,’ Jesus also reestablishes the relationship between them on a different basis: discipleship and the accomplishment of God’s saving work.” (Page 58)
“This second birth from heaven is baptism, which is an action of the Holy Spirit. Through the water rite, the believer is joined to Jesus’ death and resurrection (Rom 6:4–5) and receives the indwelling Holy Spirit. If the kingdom of God is Jesus himself, then to enter the kingdom is to be given a share in Jesus’ own divine life. By means of baptism, we are born into communion with Jesus and the Father through the Holy Spirit.” (Page 71)
“An abundant supply of wine appears in many biblical texts speaking about God’s †eschatological act of salvation. When God brings about the definitive salvation of his people, there will be great celebration, with a superabundance of wine. Amos says, ‘The mountains shall drip with the juice of grapes, / and all the hills shall run with it’ (9:13); later Joel declares, ‘On that day, / the mountains will drip new wine’ (4:18).” (Page 59)
Praise for the Print Edition
This extraordinary book is a result of the rich renewal in biblical studies that has taken place in the last twenty-five years. Increasingly scholars see the importance of putting historical analysis of the scriptural texts in dialogue with theology, spirituality, and the dogmatic tradition. Francis Martin and William Wright have produced just such a reading of the Gospel of John. Their commentary is textured, smart, accessible, and spiritually alert. I would recommend it to novices and scholars alike.
—Robert Barron, rector/president, Mundelein Seminary
Commentaries on John are beyond counting. But amid the many books devoted to this great Gospel, this volume stands out for its easy accessibility, academic thoroughness, and enthusiastic support of the Roman Catholic tradition, its liturgical calendar, and its teachings. Abundant fascinating sidebars draw the reader back in time to both the biblical world and the great voices of the Catholic Church. An ideal commentary for lay leaders, teachers, and priests in the Catholic tradition.
—Gary M. Burge, professor of New Testament, Wheaton College and Graduate School
About the Authors
Francis Martin (1930-2017; SSD, Pontifical Biblical Institute) founded Father Francis Martin Ministries (FFMM) and taught at the Dominican House of Studies. He was also a priest of the Archdiocese of Washington, DC, and served as chaplain of the Mother of God Community in Gaithersburg, Maryland.
William M. Wright IV (PhD, Emory University) is associate professor of theology at Duquesne University in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and is the author of Rhetoric and Theology: Figural Reading of John 9.