The Acts of the Apostles

by William Barclay

Book Overview

"What Acts aims to do," writes Barclay, "is to give us a series of typical exploits and adventures of the great heroic figures of the early Church. Although the book never says so, from the earliest times Luke has been held to be its writer." If this is so, then Luke wrote both the gospel and Acts with a purpose of showing how the new faith that had begun so humbly in Palestine had expanded. In this volume, Barclay discusses among other things...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0664213065
• ISBN13: 9780664213060
• Release Date: June 1975
• Publisher: Westminster John Knox Press
• Length: 120 Pages
• Weight: 0.70 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 6.4" x 9.2"

Customer Reviews

Barclay's the Best

Barclay's commentaries are incredible--his knowledge of Greek as well his familiarity with the customs and traditions of the time resolve many questions.

Daily Study of the Book of Acts

This book is excellent if you wish to have a deeper insight of the book of Acts.

The Acts of the Apostles: The New Daily Study Bible

The Barclay books are an excellent resource for those who teach Sunday School. They provide insights beyond what one often finds in the traditional study guides for lessons.

William Barclay's commentary on Acts

Format makes for easy reading as Barclay preceeds each explanation with the actual scripture verse. This commentary is ideal for individual study, teaching, or together as Bible study group members.

Understanding, "The Acts of the Apostles".

If you desire to understand how Christianity begun, this volume is a must. I am collecting William Barclay's books on the New Testament. I especially like the 1975-76 publication. Incidentally, Barclay gives background information on the the life and times of the these apostles.