Catholic Commentary on Sacred Scripture: The Gospel of Luke
Overview
In this addition to the successful Catholic Commentary on Sacred Scripture (CCSS) series, Fr. Pablo Gadenz examines the Gospel of Luke from within the living tradition of the Church for pastoral ministers, lay readers, and students alike. Gadenz explains the biblical text clearly and concisely in light of recent scholarship and pays particular attention to the themes, theology, and Old Testament background of Luke's Gospel. Sidebars explain the biblical background and offer theological insights from Church Fathers, saints, and popes, and reflection and application sections offer suggestions for daily Christian living.
The CCSS series relates Scripture to Christian life today, is faithfully Catholic, and is supplemented by features designed to help readers understand the Bible more deeply and use it more effectively in teaching, preaching, evangelization, and other forms of ministry. Supported by leading Catholic scholars as well as popular Bible teachers, the series offers a unique level of commentary for Catholic students of the Bible.
Key Features
- Offers detailed exposition and commentary on the text
- Provides introduction to authorship, literary unity, historical context, theological themes, and contemporary relevance
- Includes a glossary, indexes, and a list of suggested resources
Top Highlights
“The Magnificat and the other canticles have been compared to opera arias, where the action of the story comes to a halt for the purpose of entering more deeply into the significance of the events already recounted.” (Pages 50–51)
“In particular, Mary’s song announces the great reversal that is unfolding as God raises up the lowly (v. 52).23 This reversal will be seen later in the Beatitudes and woes (6:20–26) and in Jesus’ teaching that ‘everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, but the one who humbles himself will be exalted’ (14:11; also 18:14).” (Page 51)
“Familiarity with God’s word. Pope Benedict XVI wrote, ‘The Magnificat … is entirely woven from threads of Holy Scripture, threads drawn from the Word of God. Here we see how completely at home Mary is with the Word of God, with ease she moves in and out of it. She speaks and thinks with the Word of God; the Word of God becomes her word, and her word issues from the Word of God. Here we see how her thoughts are attuned to the thoughts of God, how her will is one with the will of God. Since Mary is completely imbued with the Word of God, she is able to become the Mother of the Word Incarnate.’25 How about us? Are we completely imbued with God’s Word? ‘Let the word of Christ dwell in you richly’ (Col 3:16).” (Page 54)
“‘Peace’ is a traditional greeting (Hebrew shalom; e.g., 1 Chron 12:19) but it is also the blessing that accompanies the birth of the Messiah (Luke 2:14). When Jesus is recognized as ‘king’ as he approaches Jerusalem, ‘peace’ is again proclaimed (19:38).” (Pages 200–201)
Praise for the Print Edition
Luke the historian, pastoral theologian, and literary craftsman has found a splendid match in Fr. Gadenz. This commentary effortlessly presents the fruits of historical-critical scholarship alongside theological and pastoral instruction from the earliest Church Fathers through Benedict XVI. Anyone who wishes to understand the historical and theological contents of the Gospel of Luke will find profound insight here, expressed in a superbly succinct and readable style.
—Matthew Levering, James N. and Mary D. Perry Jr. Chair of Theology, Mundelein Seminary
"After twenty years of teaching priests as well as teaching Catholic laypeople, seminarians, and deacons in formation, I can say with confidence that the Catholic Commentary on Sacred Scripture is a landmark achievement in theological interpretation of Scripture in and for the Church. Everything about it is inviting and edifying, from the format, photos, background notes, and cross-references (to Scripture and the Catechism) to the rich exposition of the text, quotations from the Church's living tradition, and reflections for contemporary life. It is a wonderful gift to the Catholic Church and a model for the rest of us. Highly recommended for all!
—Michael J. Gorman, professor of Sacred Scripture and dean of the Ecumenical Institute of Theology, St. Mary's Seminary and University, Baltimore
By bringing together historical background, exegetical interpretation, Church tradition, theological reflection, and pastoral application, this series promises to enkindle thoughtful discussion about the implications of the New Testament for lived Christian faith in the Church today. Its accessible format and multi-angled approach offer a model for teaching and ministry.
—Katherine Hayes, associate professor of Sacred Scripture, Seminary of the Immaculate Conception
Product Details
- Title: Catholic Commentary on Sacred Scripture: The Gospel of Luke
- Author: Pablo T. Gadenz
- Publisher: Brazos
- Publication Date: 2018
- Pages: 416
- Christian Group: Catholic
- Resource Type: Commentary
- Topic: Luke
About Pablo T. Gadenz
Pablo T. Gadenz (STD, Pontifical Gregorian University) is associate professor of biblical studies at Immaculate Conception Seminary School of Theology at Seton Hall University in South Orange, New Jersey, where he also serves as a mentor on the Formation Faculty. He is a Roman Catholic priest of the Diocese of Trenton, New Jersey, and author of Called from the Jews and from the Gentiles: Pauline Ecclesiology in Romans 9-11.
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