In the final nine chapters of the "Gospel of Mark", Jesus increasingly struggles with his disciples' incomprehension of his unique concept of suffering messiahship and with the opposition of the religious leaders of his day. "The Gospel" recounts the...

Admittedly, as the last book in the "Old Testament", and a minor prophet at that, Malachi is often overlooked by Bible readers. Yet, Malachi's passionate proclamations and the significance of what he had to say to his people capture the attention of...

Although it appears second in the "New Testament", "Mark" is generally recognized as the first Gospel to be written. Captivating nonstop narrative characterizes this earliest account of the life and teachings of Jesus. In the first installment of his...

This is volume twenty-six of "The Anchor Bible", a new translation done book-by-book with accompanying introduction, notes, and comments. Matthew is the most familiar of the gospels, best known for its parables, miracle narratives, and the long Sermo...

One of the twelve Minor Prophets, "Micah" unwaveringly spoke God's message to Israel – a message filled with judgment but also laced with the promise of redemption. "Micah" combined poetic complexity and literary sophistication to compel his audience...