In The Expositor's Bible: The Pastoral Epistles, Alfred Plummer provides a comprehensive examination of the letters traditionally attributed to the Apostle Paul—1 Timothy, 2 Timothy, and Titus. These letters, known as the Pastoral Epistles, offer insights into church governance, pastoral responsibilities, and the ethical conduct expected of church leaders. Plummer explores the historical context of the early Christian community, emphasizing the challenges faced by Timothy and Titus as they...

In The Expositor's Bible: The General Epistles of St. James and St. Jude, Alfred Plummer provides an in-depth analysis of the letters attributed to St. James and St. Jude in the New Testament. This volume aims to clarify the theological and practical messages of these epistles, emphasizing their relevance for Christian living. Plummer meticulously examines the historical context, authorship, and key themes of both letters, offering insights into their distinct characteristics and intended ...

In The Expositor's Bible: The General Epistles of St. James and St. Jude, Alfred Plummer offers a sustained exegetical and pastoral reading of two brief yet theologically concentrated New Testament letters. His treatment of James emphasizes the practical integrity of Christian faith—its testing through trials, expression in works, control of speech, concern for the poor, and confidence in prayer—while his exposition of Jude examines the danger of false teachers, the preservation of apostol...

In "The Expositor's Bible: The Pastoral Epistles," Alfred Plummer presents a comprehensive examination of the three pastoral letters attributed to Paul: 1 Timothy, 2 Timothy, and Titus. Plummer employs a meticulous literary style characterized by clarity and precision, enabling readers to delve deeply into the theological nuances and ecclesiastical concerns evident in these epistles. His scholarly approach contextualizes the letters within the early Christian community, highlighting their ...

In "The Expositor's Bible: The General Epistles of St. James and St. Jude," Alfred Plummer presents a thorough exegetical study of two pivotal New Testament letters, delving into their theological implications and moral teachings. Maintaining a scholarly yet accessible literary style, Plummer meticulously analyzes the text in its historical and cultural contexts, incorporating insights from contemporary scholarship while remaining faithful to traditional interpretations. His work elucidate...

In "The Expositor's Bible: The General Epistles of St. James and St. Jude," Alfred Plummer presents a meticulous exegesis of two pivotal New Testament texts. His scholarly approach combines thorough historical context with a lucid literary style, making complex theological concepts accessible to both clergy and lay readers. Plummer's keen insights into the socio-cultural landscape of early Christianity illuminate the epistles' themes of faith, wisdom, and community, fostering a deeper unde...

"The Expositor's Bible: The General Epistles of St. James and St. Jude" by Alfred Plummer is a comprehensive exploration of the biblical texts observed in the Epistles of St. James and St. Jude. As an outstanding theologian and biblical scholar, Alfred Plummer brings his knowledge to unravel the depths of these New Testament writings. The book gives an in-depth evaluation of the ancient context, authorship, and overarching topics of every epistle. Plummer's commentary is marked through cau...

In a period of which so much is known, and of which the materials for additional knowledge are so abundant, as is the case with the eighteenth century, the writer of a handbook sees from the first that a very great deal, of even important matters, will have to be omitted: and one of his chief difficulties will be to decide which topics must be selected in order to give the reader an intelligible and coherent picture – faithful, as far as it goes – of the period as a whole.

The Worshipful Company of Weavers, the oldest of all the London Livery Companies, can trace its origins to a twelfth-century craft guild. Largely based upon original records never before studied in depth, this authorized history of the company covers the period from the end of the reign of Elizabeth I to modern times.Alfred Plummer presents a portrait of the London Hand-loom weavers in their historical setting, living strenuous lives in an industry which was once essential but has ...

On the Incarnation with an introduction by C.S. LewisBy any standard, this is a classic of Christian theology. Composed by St. Athanasius in the fourth century, it expounds with simplicity the theological vision defended at the councils of Nicaea and Constantinople: that the Son of God himself became "fully human, so that we might become god." Its influence on all Christian theology thereafter, East and West, ensures its place as one of the few "must read" books for all who want to...

The writings in this volume cast a glimmer of light upon the emerging traditions and organization of the infant church, during an otherwise little-known period of its development. A selection of letters and small-scale theological treatises from a group known as the Apostolic Fathers, several of whom were probably disciples of the Apostles, they provide a first-hand account of the early Church and outline a form of early Christianity still drawing on the theology and traditions of its pare...

In passing from the Galatian to the Ephesian epistle we are conscious of entering a different atmosphere. We leave the region of controversy for that of meditation. From the battle-field we step into the hush and stillness of the temple. Verses 314 of this chapter constitute the most sustained and perfect act of praise that is found in the apostle’s letters. It is as though a door were suddenly opened in heaven; it shuts behind us, and earthly tumult dies away. The contrast between these t...