Description
Book SynopsisVolume 5
Trade ReviewDennis Hamm reads the story of Acts as the dramatic continuation of Luke’s story of Jesus and the longer story of Israel. His interpretation is uncluttered and clear and helpful. He is especially good at showing how Luke uses speeches to interpret events as well as the words of Scripture. Here is a scholarship that makes great learning available to ordinary Christians in a manner that is both responsible and accessible.Luke Johnson
This work unobtrusively recaps the history of scholarship on Luke-Acts and provides remarkable new insights, all couched in a graphic style with contemporary illustrations that engage the reader on every page. A remarkable achievement in such a short space. This book will inform your mind and build up your faith.L. John Topel, SJ, Seattle University, Author, Children of a Compassionate God
Table of ContentsCONTENTS Abbreviations 4
THE ACTS OF THE APOSTLES
Introduction 5
Text and Commentary
The Risen Christ and the Restoration of Israel in Jerusalem (1:1–8:3) 11
The Mission in Judea and Samaria (8:4–9:43) 42
The Inauguration of the Gentile Mission (10:1–15:35) 49
The Mission of Paul to the Ends of the Earth (15:36–28:31) 74
Review Aids and Discussion Topics 126
Index of Citations from the
Catechism of the Catholic Church 130
Maps 133
