The only non-denominational single-volume Bible commentary available, this can be used equally by Christians, Jews, and members of other religious traditions or those generally interested in the Bible.

A definitive commentary on the whole Bible, including the Apocrypha and some non-biblical Jewish and Christian writings from the biblical period

Written by a team of over seventy internationally respected scholars from various religious backgrounds

Written with a sharp awareness of new biblical scholarship that brings the Oxford Bible Commentary right up to date

The Oxford Bible Commentary is an exciting new ecumenical verse-by-verse commentary on the whole Bible, including all the books of the Apocrypha, for use by Christians, Jews, and members of other religious traditions, or of none. 1.5 million words long, it has been written by a team of internationally respected biblical scholars chosen for their expertise and ability to communicate rather than for their adherence to any particular faith. Now available in paperback, the Oxford Bible Commentary will provide the one-volume resource for the Bible for the 21st century.