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Book Review: Philippians and Philemon: A Commentary

The book’s layout follows the standard features of the New Testament Library series. A useful introduction to each letter leads into commentary that divides the text into sections, according to the author’s outline. Each section features a new translation and notes that explain translation and text-critical decisions. Cousar’s interpretation of the text moves through Paul’s argument, at times dealing with whole paragraphs, at times with individual verses. Although contemporary application is not a prominent feature of this commentary, Cousar ends several sections by noting that a passage appears in the Common Lectionary. He then reflects briefly on its implications for the church. This enhances the commentary’s usefulness for clergy. The volume also features a general bibliography and several indices.