Text commentaries by matthew henry blue letter bible. Though it is hard and rare, it is not impossible for a rich man to enter into the kingdom of heaven. The commentaries of the reverend matthew henry have been a great blessing to the readers of the blue letter bible since 1996. Matthew henrys concise commentary on the book of job.
He is best known for the sixvolume biblical commentary exposition of the old and new testaments. After this opened job his mouth, and cursed his day. This book of job stands by itself, is not connected with any other, and is therefore to be considered alone. He is easy to read and does a fine job of explaining even the difficult passages. Matthew henrys concise commentary on the whole bible super. Many copies of the hebrew bible place it after the book of psalms, and some after the proverbs, which perhaps. Commentary on job 40 by matthew henry blue letter bible. Matthew henry commentary on job 1 king came in to see his guests. When the apostle speaks of the patience of job he immediately takes notice of the end of the lord, that is, of the lord jesus as some understand it, typified by job, james 5. Matthew henrys wellknown sixvolume exposition of the old and new testaments 17081710 or complete commentary, provides an exhaustive verse by verse study of the bible. The chaldee says, they transgressed the decree of the word of the lord in taking strange wives. Most likely it was written by job himself, and it is the most ancient book. Only the kjv text has been eliminated to save space.
But there was a serpent in paradise, a satan among the sons of god. Commentary on the book of job by matthew henry old. Henry first started studying law in 1686, but instead of pursuing a career in law he began to preach in his neighborhood. Matthew henry 18 october 1662 22 june 1714 was an english commentator on the bible, who published his works in 1706, sixvolume exposition of the old and new testaments 17081710 or complete commentary, provides an exhaustive verse by verse study of the bible, covering the whole of the old testament, and the gospels and acts in the new testament. Job free bible commentary in easy english easyenglish bible.
Matthew henry commentary bible for android free download. From genesis to revelation, matthew henry successfully combines practical. Williamss extensive 1828 account of henrys life and writings. Matthew henry 16621714 was a presbyterian minister, whose practical and devotional 6volume matthew henrys commentary on the whole bible. Matthew henrys commentary on the whole biblebook of job. Henry, a british nonconformist minister, wrote a masterful 6volume commentary on the whole bible that is still wellrespected today for its scholarship, faithfulness to the word of god, and its ease of reading. Matthew henrys concise commentary on the whole bible job. Many copies of the hebrew bible place it after the. Job commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole. Matthew henry was born near wales on october 18, 1662. Matthew henrys commentary on the whole bible, 6 volumes.
An integrated digital bible study library including complete notes from the believers bible commentary and the cultural backgrounds study bible niv and nrsv is just a step away. The believer, who knows that a few drops of this bitter cup are more dreadful than the sharpest outward afflictions, while he is favoured with a sweet sense of the love. Table of contents matthew henrys commentary bible gateway. When the apostle speaks of the patience of job he immediately takes notice of the end of the lord, that is, of the lord jesus as some understand it, typified by job, jas. Please login or register to save highlights and make annotations. Study job 1 using matthew henry bible commentary complete to better understand. Surely i would take it upon my shoulder, and bind it as a crown to me. For 300 years, matthew henrys commentary has been a favorite of teachers, preachers, and laypeople. Study the bible online using commentary on job 1 and more. This onevolume edition of a beloved classic features a trimmer size, and includes everything from the original multivolume commentary.
Matthew henrys concise commentary on the bible by matthew henry. This edition features modern, easytoread print and j. Resources matthew henry s commentary job chapter 1 verses 612 verses 612 job was not only so rich and great, but withal so wise and good, and had such an interest both in heaven and earth, that one would think the mountain of his prosperity stood so strong that it could not be moved. The wrath of a king may sometimes be like the roaring of a lion, but can never pretend to imitate gods thunder. Henry was primarily homeeducated by his father, rev. Read job commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. There was no book in 20, no exhibit when the museum opened in 2017. Job 1 matthew henrys concise commentary on the bible. The history of jobs sufferings, and his patience under them job 1. Matthew henrys concise commentary on the whole bible super value. Other forerunner commentary entries containing job 32.
A free bible version and commentary on the old testament book of job in. If they would not stay unmarried till their return to the land of israel, they were not so far off but that they might have fetched themselves wives thence. Job chapter 32 matthew henry complete commentary on. The marriage of his two sons to two of the daughters of moab after his death, v. Verses 612 matthew henrys commentary bible gateway. Job 32 the stage is clear, for job and his three friends have sat down, and neither he nor they have any thing more to say. Combining practical application, devotional insight, and scholarship, henry offers profound wisdom on the content, message, and nature of gods divine revelation in scripture. Matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete share tweet save originally written in 1706, matthew henry s six volume complete commentary provides an exhaustive look at every verse in the bible. When the apostle speaks of the patience of job he immediately takes notice of the end of the lord, that is, of the lord jesus as some understand it, typified by job, james v. Book of job matthew henrys bible commentary concise. His other works are available in the complete works of rev. Job overview matthew henrys complete commentary on the. Bible matthew henrys commentary job 3 job 3 matthew henrys commentary.
This book is so called from job, whose prosperity, afflictions, and restoration, are here recorded. Job 1 bible commentary matthew henry concise christianity. The history of jobs sufferings, and his patience under them ch. Study the bible online using commentary on job and more.
Matthew henrys commentary on the whole bible is an exhaustive study tool, used by countless scholars and laymen for well over 100 years. This commentary covers every chapter and nearly every verse in the bible, providing a thorough commentary on the holy scriptures. Job overview matthew henrys concise commentary on the bible. Read matthew pooles exposition of this amazing chapter and then compare it with the other great exposition of job 38 that weve posted by matthew henry. Study job using matthew henry s bible commentary concise to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. Featuring the king james version kjv, you have access to matthew henrys commentaries of the bible. It is plain, from this history, that the lord watched over his servant job with the affection of a wise and loving father. Job 1 bible commentary matthew henry complete christianity. With this amazing bible app, you can read, watch, listen and share the holy word of god on your phone or tablet. Verses 612 verses 612 job was not only so rich and great, but withal so wise and good, and had such an interest both in heaven and earth, that one would think the mountain of his prosperity stood so strong that it could not be moved. Matthew henry bible commentary for android free download.
Excerpt giving pooles commentary on job chapter 38. Mathew henry was an author, writer, and minister born in wales, united kingdom. Job overview, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this one volume concise commentary provides a condensed look at nearly every verse in the bible. Study job 1 using matthew henrys bible commentary concise to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning. Complete and unabridged is still frequently used today. An oxford professor, a hobby lobby collector, and a. The history of job s sufferings, and his patience under them job 1. Matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete job. Study job using matthew henry bible commentary complete to better understand scripture with full outline and verse meaning.
Book of job matthew henry bible commentary complete. Job commentary matthew henry commentary on the whole bible. He lived soon after abraham, or perhaps before that patriarch. Matthew henry 18 october 1662 22 june 1714 was a nonconformist minister and author, born in wales but spent much of his life in england. Commentary on job 1 by matthew henry blue letter bible. His rich exposition and useful applications are perfect for devotional reading and sermon help. Philip henry, and also at the thomas doolittle academy from 16801682. Overview matthew henrys complete commentary on the bible.