The Concise Bible Commentary: A One-Volume Commentary on the Whole Bible

Hardcover

Edited by Douglas Sean O'Donnell, Iain M. Duguid, Andreas J. Köstenberger, Contributions by T. Desmond Alexander, Jay Sklar, Peter Y. Lee, Adrian R. Reynolds, J. Gary Millar, Richard L. Pratt Jr., John D. Currid, S. A. Fix, August H. Konkel, Winfried Corduan, Russell L. Meek, David G. Firth, Christopher Ash, Bruce K. Waltke, Ivan De Silva, Ray Ortlund, Matthew H. Patton, Samuel Saldivar, Donna L. Petter, Mitchell L. Chase, Eric J. Tully, Andrew E. Hill, Daniel Y. Wu, Jason S. DeRouchie, Stephen P. Lewis, Matthew P. Harmon, Peter G. Bolt, Alan J. Thompson, Donny Ray Mathis II, Eric C. Redmond, Peter Balla, John Sloat, S. M. Baugh, Mark Keown, Alistair I. Wilson, David W. Chapman, Dennis E. Johnson, Daniel Doriani, Sam Storms, Ray Van Neste, Thomas R. Schreiner, Brian J. Tabb

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The Concise Bible Commentary: A One-Volume Commentary on the Whole Bible

Hardcover

Edited by Douglas Sean O'Donnell, Iain M. Duguid, Andreas J. Köstenberger, Contributions by T. Desmond Alexander, Jay Sklar, Peter Y. Lee, Adrian R. Reynolds, J. Gary Millar, Richard L. Pratt Jr., John D. Currid, S. A. Fix, August H. Konkel, Winfried Corduan, Russell L. Meek, David G. Firth, Christopher Ash, Bruce K. Waltke, Ivan De Silva, Ray Ortlund, Matthew H. Patton, Samuel Saldivar, Donna L. Petter, Mitchell L. Chase, Eric J. Tully, Andrew E. Hill, Daniel Y. Wu, Jason S. DeRouchie, Stephen P. Lewis, Matthew P. Harmon, Peter G. Bolt, Alan J. Thompson, Donny Ray Mathis II, Eric C. Redmond, Peter Balla, John Sloat, S. M. Baugh, Mark Keown, Alistair I. Wilson, David W. Chapman, Dennis E. Johnson, Daniel Doriani, Sam Storms, Ray Van Neste, Thomas R. Schreiner, Brian J. Tabb

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A New Comprehensive Bible Commentary in One Convenient Print Volume

D. A. Carson envisioned a commentary that would address the dire needs of the global church, so the Gospel Coalition and Crossway have jointly produced The Concise Bible Commentary. Written by a fellowship of more than 40 distinguished scholars, this collection examines each book of the Bible according to the grand storyline of Scripture. Each brief, careful treatment includes an introduction to the biblical book and rich, passage-by-passage instruction. Readers will gain insights about the book’s author, purpose, and genre; learn more about its arrangement; and understand how to faithfully interpret the text. Thorough enough for church pastors and other leaders yet accessible for new Christians, this guide is a useful addition to your church, school, or personal library.

  • Convenient Bible Commentary: Features brief, theologically rich insights on each book of the Bible in a clear, highly readable layout
  • Accessible: A great Bible study companion for individuals and small groups
  • Features a Host of Contributors: With D. A. Carson as contributing editor, commentaries from more than 40 writers, and an introduction by Benjamin L. Gladd
  • Created in Partnership with the Gospel Coalition

Editors:

Douglas Sean O'Donnell

Douglas Sean O’Donnell (PhD, University of Aberdeen) is the senior vice president of Bible and church resources editorial at Crossway and is a member of the ESV Translation Oversight Committee and a Senior Fellow of the Center for Pastor Theologians. He has written over twenty books, including commentaries, Bible studies, devotionals, and a children’s curriculum. In addition to his writing, he contributes editorially to several major commentary series, including Crossway's Commentary on the Greek New Testament, the Concise Bible Commentary, the Conversational Commentary, and the Reformed Exegetical Theological Commentary on Scripture. He is the general editor of the Knowing the Bible series and the liturgies and Scripture editor of The Sing! Hymnal.

Iain M. Duguid

Iain M. Duguid (PhD, University of Cambridge) is professor of Old Testament and dean of online learning at Westminster Theological Seminary. He is the author of numerous commentaries and articles, including Turning the World Upside Down. In addition to his academic work, he has been a pastor and church planter for over thirty years, having planted churches in England, California, and Pennsylvania.

Andreas J. Köstenberger

Andreas J. Köstenberger (PhD, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School) is the theologian in residence and director of the equipping center at Fellowship Raleigh, a cofounder of Biblical Foundations, and a host at Oak Tree Cottage, a hospitality and coaching ministry to Christian leaders. He is the author, editor, or translator of over sixty books, including A Theology of John’s Gospel and Letters; God, Marriage, and Family; and Invitation to Biblical Interpretation.

Product Details

Category: Commentaries & Reference
Format: Hardcover w/ Jacket
Page Count: 2208
Size: 6.125 in x 9.125 in
Weight: 63.4 ounces
ISBN-10: 1-4335-9935-X
ISBN-13: 978-1-4335-9935-4
ISBN-UPC: 9781433599354
Case Quantity: 8
Published: December 08, 2026

Endorsements

“Written by robustly evangelical scholars, The Concise Bible Commentary is simply the best single-volume resource available for studying the Bible.”
L. Michael Morales, Professor of Biblical Studies, Greenville Presbyterian Theological Seminary

“While many commentaries explore individual books of the Bible in depth, a one-volume commentary must be concise and focused. This means keeping the overarching narrative of Scripture in view. The discipline required by this format has yielded one of the best one-volume commentaries I know, which will faithfully serve readers in both the Western and the broader global church. This will be an invaluable resource for many readers, and I’m delighted to see it in print.”
Patrick Schreiner, Professor of New Testament and Biblical Theology, Midwestern Baptist Theological Seminary; author, The Visual Word; The Ascension of Christ; and The Hope of the Resurrection

“None of us are lone rangers when it comes to understanding the Bible. We learn it best in community, and what a community those who use The Concise Bible Commentary surround themselves with! The best of the best in terms of Reformed Bible scholars have contributed to this one-volume resource that is sure to be of great help to every pastor and Bible teacher who uses it.”
Nancy Guthrie, Bible teacher; author

“The publication of The Concise Bible Commentary is cause for rejoicing! Faithful to the Scriptures, accessible to readers of all sorts, and no less practical than theological, this resource will help Christians worldwide grasp the Christ-centered message of Scripture. May the gospel that this commentary carries reach the ends of the earth in the Spirit’s power!”
Daniel C. Timmer, Professor of Biblical Studies, Puritan Reformed Theological Seminary; Professeur d'Ancien Testament, Faculté de Théologie Évangélique de Montréal

“This commentary is a great idea. It is more detailed than a study Bible yet more concise than a set of full-scale commentaries on each book. The amount of information and learning represented in this volume is remarkable. This will be a tremendous resource for Bible study leaders, parents, and students of the Bible to find sufficiently thorough explanations without getting lost in the weeds. Pastors and professors may find the conciseness of the comments especially helpful for identifying the most salient themes of the texts, and those who wish to go deeper will find plenty of fodder for further study. Serious readers of the Bible will want to find a place on the shelf for this treasure trove of information.”
Brandon D. Crowe, Professor of New Testament, Westminster Theological Seminary

“It is difficult to find a good one-volume commentary that is theologically rich and spiritually nourishing. This volume earns that distinction. Each book of the Bible is explained faithfully and purposefully, and every passage is summarized clearly and concisely while showing how it fits within God’s sweeping plan to redeem a people from all nations through his Son, Jesus Christ. Whether you are preparing a sermon, leading a Bible study, or reading Scripture on your own, this commentary will serve you well. I intend to keep a copy close at hand and expect to reach for it often.”
Seulgi Byun, Dean, Calderwood School of Arts & Letters; Professor of Biblical Studies, Grove City College

“In many parts of the globe, solid Bible resources can be hard to access and cost prohibitive. The fact that this one-volume commentary—along with a free online version—is accessible to millions of people worldwide should be celebrated as a great boon for the mission of the church in our generation.”
George H. Guthrie, Professor of New Testament, Regent College, Vancouver

“Those who have spent time with the church outside North America and Europe know the hunger for God’s word that characterizes so much of this part of the body of Christ. For this reason, I am thankful for the addition of The Concise Bible Commentary to the growing body of resources for the global church. It is especially useful in highlighting God’s plan to glorify his name through the salvation of sinners in Christ. Furthermore, its accessible and nontechnical style commends it to a wide audience. This one-volume commentary on the Bible will serve all readers who want to grow in their understanding of Scripture.”
Guy Prentiss Waters, James M. Baird Jr. Professor of New Testament and Academic Dean, Reformed Theological Seminary, Jackson