Commentaries on John
A list of the best commentaries on John ranked by scholars, journal reviews, and site users. You can find the best commentary on John for you using the tools on the right side.
Top 3
The Gospel according to John. PNTC. Eerdmans, 1990.
DavidH
Carson’s commentary remains one of the most consistently useful evangelical treatments of John. more
The Gospel Coalition
Though published three decades ago, Carson’s commentary on John’s Gospel remains a treasured resource for pastors and students. more
The Gospel of John: A Commentary. Hendrickson, 2003.
The Gospel Coalition
Keener’s two-volume commentary reflects a rich, detailed engagement with John’s Gospel that’s informed by an extensive examination of primary sources and command of the scholarly literature. more
The Gospel according to John (Rev. ed.). NICNT. Eerdmans, 1995.
Tim Challies
The experts agree that Carson’s is the best in the field, but there is also consensus that Leon Morris’ volume in the NICNT is excellent and an excellent complement to Carson’s work. more
Scot McKnight
Leon Morris, the first commentary I ever read on John, still rewards the pastor and student. more
Ligonier Ministries (Keith A. Mathison)
Originally published in 1971, Leon Morris's commentary on the Gospel of John quickly became a standard of conservative evangelical scholarship on the book. more
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Forthcoming Commentaries
| Year | Author | Title | Series |
|---|---|---|---|
| forthcoming 2028 | Stovell, Beth M. | John | Word and Spirit Commentary on the New Testament |
| forthcoming 2023 | Paul, Ian | John | Bible in God's World Commentary |
| forthcoming | Anderson, Paul N. | John | Smyth & Helwys Bible Commentary |
| forthcoming | Attridge, Harold W. | John | Hermeneia |
| forthcoming | Bauckham, Richard J. | The Gospel of John | New International Greek Testament Commentary |
| forthcoming | Bruner, Frederick Dale; Bruner, Michael Mears | John: A Biblical–Theological Commentary | Jesus' Greatest Hits |
| forthcoming | Bryan, Steven M. | John | Baker Exegetical Commentary on the New Testament |
| forthcoming | Carson, D. A.; Brendsel, Daniel J. | The Gospel according to John (2nd ed.) | Pillar New Testament Commentary |
| forthcoming | Cyril of Alexandria | Commentary on John, Vol 1 | Ancient Christian Texts |
| forthcoming | Cyril of Alexandria | Commentary on John, Vol 2 | Ancient Christian Texts |
| forthcoming | de Boer, Martinus C. | John 7–21 | International Critical Commentary |
| forthcoming | Ford, David F. | John | Belief: Theological Commentary on the Bible |
| forthcoming | Gench, Frances Taylor | John | Interpretation Bible Commentary Series |
| forthcoming | Johnson, Terry L. | John | Lectio Continua Expository Commentary on the New Testament |
| forthcoming | Klink, III, Edward W. | John | Commentaries for Christian Formation |
| forthcoming | Marshall, Bruce | John | Brazos Theological Commentary on the Bible |
| forthcoming | Martin, Francis; Wright IV, William M. | The Gospel of John | |
| forthcoming | Parsenios, George L. | John | Illuminations Commentary Series |
| forthcoming | Perrin, Nicholas | John | Story of God Bible Commentary |
| forthcoming | Richards, E. Randolph | John | Word Biblical Commentary |
| forthcoming | Richards, E. Randolph | John 1–11 | Word Biblical Commentary |
| forthcoming | Richards, E. Randolph | John 12–21 | Word Biblical Commentary |