The Letter to the Ephesians

«A clear and comprehensive commentary on Paul’s Letter to the Ephesians. In the latest Pillar New Testament Commentary, Constantine R. Campbell illuminates the Letter to the Ephesians with scholarly precision and pastoral warmth. In line with the christological concerns of the letter, Campbell calls special attention to its theme of union with Christ. His thorough analysis covers a breadth of topics, including salvation and grace, the glory of God, and the church and its mission. Aimed at students and scholars of the Pauline epistles, Campbell’s commentary carefully explains each verse of Ephesians with attention to historical and linguistic context. Yet the commentary prioritizes imminent theological concerns and remains accessible to any serious reader of the New Testament»–

Review Quotes:
The Expository Times
«Combines sensible exegesis, a careful survey of prominent theological themes, and arguments in support of Pauline authorship. It is beautifully written, and its insights will be warmly welcomed by scholars and those involved in professional ministry alike. . . . Campbell’s commentary on Ephesians will replay close study for many decades to come. It is balanced and highly usable treatment of this theologically rich letter.»

«Ephesians presents Paul’s most mature thought on several subjects, including union with Christ, the church in God’s purposes, and spiritual warfare. It also offers some unique interpretive challenges in terms of historical context and literary features. Campbell’s characteristic attention to detail and judicious judgment produce an interpretation of the letter that is both exegetically convincing and theologically rich. Highly recommended for scholars, students, and pastors.»
–Brian Rosner, Ridley College

«Campbell’s commentary bears all the hallmarks of the Pillar series: clear exposition, grounded in adequate research, with attention both to the details of the text and to the broader argument. A distinguishing feature of this commentary is its more informal English style, which communicates very effectively and makes reading the commentary a refreshing experience.»
–Douglas J. Moo, Wheaton College

Table of Contents:

Table of Contents

List of Excursuses
Editor’s Preface
Author’s Preface
List of Abbreviations
Bibliography
Introduction
I. Authorship
II. Recipients
III. Setting and Date
IV. Ephesians and Colossians
V. Themes
VI. Structure
Commentary
I. Salutation (1:1-2)
II. Doxology (1:3-14)
III. Thanksgiving Prayer (1:15-23)
IV. Raised with Christ (2:1-10)
V. Joined Together in Christ (2:11-22)
VI. Paul, Prisoner of Christ (3:1-13)
VII. Prayer for Spiritual Power (3:14-21)
VIII. One Body (4:1-16)
IX. New-for-Old Replacement (4:17-32)
X. Walking in the Way of Love (5:1-21)
XI. The Household Code (5:22-6:9)
XII. Spiritual Warfare (6:10-17)
XIII. Prayer and Closing (6:18-24)
Indexes

Publisher Marketing:
A clear and comprehensive commentary on Paul’s Letter to the Ephesians.

In the latest Pillar New Testament Commentary, Constantine R. Campbell illuminates the Letter to the Ephesians with scholarly precision and pastoral warmth. In line with the christological concerns of the letter, Campbell calls special attention to its theme of union with Christ. His thorough analysis covers a breadth of topics, including salvation and grace, the glory of God, and the church and its mission.

Aimed at students and scholars of the Pauline letters, Campbell’s commentary carefully explains each verse of Ephesians with attention to historical and linguistic context. Yet the commentary prioritizes imminent theological concerns and remains accessible to any serious reader of the New Testament.

Contributor Bio:Campbell, Constantine R

Constantine R. Campbell is associate research director at the Sydney College of Divinity. He is ordained deacon in the Anglican Church of Australia. His numerous books include Paul and Union with Christ and Paul and the Hope of Glory.