Classic Commentaries and Studies on Jeremiah and Lamentations Upgrade (13 vols.)

The book of Jeremiah stands as one of the most important examples of Old Testament prophetic writing. Its author, Jeremiah, produced a lengthy record of God’s specific instruction for his ministry and negative assessment of Israel’s spiritual state. Noted Baptist author and Christian biographer F.B. Meyer thematically approaches the text with vibrant descriptions of the prophet Jeremiah’s development. Chapters include Jeremiah’s initial call in “The Word of the Lord Came Unto Me,” an image-rich discourse on “Cistern-making,” “On the Potter’s Wheel,” and “The Fall of Jerusalem.” This volume explores the significance of historical events from Jeremiah’s life and offers helpful application for Christians today.

This study focuses on Jeremiah’s prophetic utterances, splitting them into thematic sections such as idols, gentile dominion, the fall of Jerusalem, and restoration. E.H. Broadbent provides a useful and historical perspective that provides helpful teaching points on Jeremiah’s prophecies.

This important translation of Jeremiah and Lamentations contains a substantial critical, philological, and exegetical commentary. E. Henderson contributes background information on the text and explains nuance in the original language to aid comprehension. The work is highly readable and will benefit scholars and pastors.

This volume by George Douglas examines the book of Jeremiah within a historical context. The first three chapters contain useful background information that provides explanatory details regarding the oracles’ imagery, and examines historical clues about chronology. The second half of the book presents a commentary on the text itself. Douglas’ book will provide scholars with a wealth of historical information on Jeremiah.

This textual commentary on the books of Jeremiah and Ezekiel contains deep interaction with Hebrew. The first half contains the translator and editor’s commentary, written as detailed end notes, and the last half of the book is a translation written in Hebrew from right to left with reverse pagination.

These books of Lamentations, Baruch, Sophonia, Nahum, and Habakkuk contain important passages revealing the character of God and his dealings with ancient Israel. Edward J. Crowley takes the reader on a journey through them with his helpful insight and expert commentary. Since the Gospels and New Testament happen in light of Old Testament revelation, these early prophetic texts are important to studying the whole narrative of Scripture.

The book of Jeremiah focuses on one man’s obedience in the face of opposition and illustrates the need for Christians to draw strength from God in everyday life. This commentary on Jeremiah from Neal M. Flanagan draws out interpretive details in a way that benefits teachers, students, and those seeking deep devotional experience. His insightful guide helps readers grow in knowledge of God and find new points for personal application.

With a great reverence for the biblical text, Joseph Parker presents the reader with a pastoral commentary on the last part of Isaiah and the first part of Jeremiah. In this historically significant resource, Parker offers insight into purpose and practical application of each book as well as its textual nuances.

In this volume, Joseph Parker presents a pastoral commentary on the latter portion of Jeremiah and on the books of Lamentations, Ezekiel, and Daniel. He discusses the general purpose of each biblical book and provides examples that illustrate the author’s intention. This volume emphasizes that God is with his people even in difficult times. The author provides clear exposition of the text and provides readers with a useful and relatable assessment.

This English translation of Jeremiah was inspired by the bishop of London’s earlier translation of Isaiah. Benjamin Blayley focuses on providing a clear and accurate version for his readers, with an emphasis on translating the meaning of the text.

In this volume, A.W. Greenup presents his own translation of Lamentations, based on careful scholarship. Greenup also wrote A Short Commentary on the Book of Lamentations as a companion volume, intended for students beginning their studies on the poetic books.

A companion volume to his translation of Lamentations, A.W. Greenup’s commentary provides general discussion of the ancient poetic book’s writing and setting. Released concurrently with his Lamentations translation, Greenup’s commentary offers unique insights of both translator and commentator into the book of Lamentations.

Jeremiah was a man who lived faithfully as a witness of God’s revelation in the midst of a difficult and isolated situation. In this accessible character study, William Ballantine offers rich analysis of Jeremiah’s outward ministry and his inner life. He also discusses the misunderstandings about Jeremiah present in his historical setting. Ballantine’s study is a useful text for modern pastors and disciplers looking for character development resources.