St. Jerome's commentaries on Galatians, Titus, and Philemon
Book Description
This scholarly work presents the first English translation of Saint Jerome's profound biblical commentaries on three pivotal New Testament letters: Galatians, Titus, and Philemon. Recognized as one of Christianity's four great doctors and acclaimed by the Council of Trent as the foremost scriptural interpreter, Jerome brings remarkable depth and insight to these Pauline epistles.
Jerome's approach combines extensive classical learning with sharp theological analysis, creating commentaries that are both intellectually rigorous and spiritually nourishing. His interpretive method draws heavily from the Greek exegetical tradition, particularly the work of Origen of Alexandria, while maintaining a distinctly Christian perspective that speaks to believers across centuries.
Throughout these commentaries, Jerome demonstrates how faith and good works interweave in Paul's theology, emphasizing that authentic Christian living requires both divine grace and human response. He explores how baptismal grace naturally flows into righteous action, enabling believers to grow in spiritual maturity and discipleship.
The translation by Thomas Scheck makes Jerome's vigorous exposition accessible to modern readers, providing clear historical context and theological insights. For those seeking to deepen their understanding of Paul's letters or explore how early Christian thinkers interpreted Scripture, this volume offers a window into the mind of one of Christianity's most influential biblical scholars. Jerome's lively commentary style combines scholarly precision with pastoral concern, making ancient wisdom relevant for contemporary spiritual seekers.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Long (> 400 pages) (~12 hours)
📄 Length: 416 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Study Bible from spiritual perspective
- ✓ Explore Titusbrief
- ✓ Explore Bible
- ✓ Explore Philemonbrief
- ✓ Explore Bible, commentaries, n. t. galatians
- ✓ Explore Bible, commentaries, n. t. pastoral epistles
- ✓ Explore Galaterbrief
- ✓ Explore Latein
