1, 2 Samuel: An Exegetical and Theological Exposition of Holy Scripture Volume 7

I am presently preaching through the book of 1st Samuel. This is a great reference tool, well written with insightful and devotion observations that will assit you by complementing the work you put into studying the text first. This book gives a good balance between scholarly observations and devotional insight. A good resource to have on 1st Samuel

This commentary is a beautiful and interesting verse by verse exposition of 1 and 2 Samuel. Bergen's insights into the text are greater by far than anyone else I have read. Furthermore, he links the text to other parts of the canon of scripture that express similar or contrasting ideas. As an example, I like how he pointed out in 1 Samuel chapter one that Hannah took her barrenness to the Lord in prayer in contrast to Abram and Sarai's machinations and manmade attempts to solve the problem of her barrenness (Genesis 16). I have been preparing sermons for over ten years, and if I had only one book on these books, this would be the one.

This is simiply a great commentary that combines depth and scholarship. I would highly recommend it anyone who is preaching or leading a bible study through the books of Samuel. Each time I have picked it up I have found great insights that are unique and original. His character sketches of Samuel, Saul, Jonathan and David are amazing.

This commentary is one of my favorites. The scholarship is excellent, treatment is even-handed, and the writing style is fluid and easy to digest. I suppose the account of Israel's first kings makes for a particularly interesting study to begin with, but Bergen leads the reader through the text well. I highly recommend this book.

This is an excellent commentary by the author of 'Biblical Hebrew and Discourse Linguistics.' This commentary demonstrates how the application of the discipline of linguistics can contribute to an understanding of the Old Testamtent. The commentary also excels in placing the contents of these Old Testament books within a Biblical Theology; it is sensitive to placing their contents within the context of an unfolding revelation. This commentary also proves that a scholarly commentary does not have to be difficult to read. While some commentaries are boring and dry as dust, this one is fun and exciting.