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Lukan Authorship of Hebrews (New American Commentary Studies in Bible and Theology) Paperback – June 1, 2010

by David L. Allen (Author)
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A new volume in the NEW AMERICAN COMMENTARY STUDIES IN BIBLE AND THEOLOGY series, Lukan Authorship of Hebrews explains why Luke is the likely author of the book of Hebrews. The ramifications of this possibility are then detailed in depth, including the way Hebrews informs the interpretation of the books of Luke and Acts. Also present throughout is commentary author David L. Allen’s thorough analysis of the writing style similarities between Hebrews, Luke, and Acts.
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    New American Commentary Studies in Bible & Theology
  2. Print length
    432 pages
  3. Language
    English
  4. Publisher
    B&H Academic
  5. Publication date
    June 1, 2010
  6. Dimensions
    6.2 x 1.1 x 9.25 inches
  7. ISBN-10
    0805447148
  8. ISBN-13
    978-0805447149
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David Allen is dean of the School of Theology, professor of Preaching, and director of the Center of Biblical Preaching at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary (SWBTS) in Fort Worth, Texas. He holds degrees from Criswell College (B.A.), SWBTS (M.Div.), and the University of Texas at Arlington (Ph.D.).

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  • Publisher ‏ : ‎ B&H Academic; Illustrated edition (June 1, 2010)
  • Language ‏ : ‎ English
  • Paperback ‏ : ‎ 432 pages
  • ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 0805447148
  • ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-0805447149
  • Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 6.2 x 1.1 x 9.25 inches
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David L. Allen (PhD, University of Texas) is professor of preaching, director of the Southwestern Center for Expository Preaching, George W. Truett Chair of Ministry, and dean of the school of theology at the Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He served as the senior pastor of two churches for 21 years and has been a teacher of preachers for more than 25 years.

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5.0 out of 5 stars Solving an 1,800 year old cold case
Reviewed in the United States on February 15, 2015
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This is the closest to a 'who dunnit' mystery novel that I will ever read, as I try to fill my reading time with books that inform. This is one of those questions that I've thought "When I get to heaven, I would like to ask God who wrote Hebrews," but by then I probably wouldn't care anymore as it would be irrelevant. Fortunately, David Allen's book sheds enough light on this question to satisfy anyone who has been more than a little curious about this outstanding mystery. Allen puts together a very convincing forensics case that Luke, author of the Gospel of Luke and of Acts and the travelling companion of Paul, was the author of Hebrews. In addition to a reasonably satisfying answer as to the authorship of Hebrews, I learned a great deal about the literary structure and theology of Hebrews, as well as the many similarities of Hebrews to the gospel of Luke and Acts. For those interested in the message of Hebrews, William Lane's condensed commentary "Hebrews: A Call to Commitment" is also highly recommended.
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Tom Smedley
4.0 out of 5 stars Good read -- with one caveat
Reviewed in the United States on August 20, 2018
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David L. Allen has some really fascinating stuff. He makes a very strong case for the position that Luke wrote the Epistle to the Hebrews.

I wish he'd aped Heb. 1:1,2 a little more carefully -- "Lots of folks have said lots of stuff, but let's get to the point." Allen's tedious exposition of what "all the other guys" said is good scholarship, but boring reading.

The issue I find REALLY off-putting? His exclusive use of transliterated Greek words, rather than The Real Deal. IMHO, it's safe to assume that anyone interested in this topic would have at least a semester of NT Greek under his belt.

SO -- what is the value of transliterated Greek words? Being able to pronounce the sounds of the words, while not knowing the meaning, can help an uneducated pulpiteer pose as an erudite scholar, perhaps. Readers who love the New Testament enough to read it in the Greek find the labor of reverse-translating english phonemes back into the more familiar Greek words really annoying, and irksome.
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M. Battenfield
5.0 out of 5 stars Solid Scholarship, convincing pursuasion
Reviewed in the United States on February 1, 2011
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This book, the product of many years of study and research by the current Dean of the School of Theology, Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary, Dr. David Allen, renews the focus on identifying the author of the New Testament book of Hebrews.

Since the earliest days of Christianity, debate has existed regarding who actually penned the book of Hebrews. While the traditional view is that the Apostle Paul was responsible, some key factors cast serious doubt on his authorship. Allen clearly and thoroughly investigates the key evidence both within and outside the text for Lukan authorship. While not begin completely dismissive of other theories, David Allen presents a very convincing and well-documented argument, and even more convincingly why Paul was not the author.

A must read for any New Testament scholar, regardless of the denominational background.
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Segerstrom Paul
5.0 out of 5 stars Pathbreaking analysis
Reviewed in the United States on October 4, 2013
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This book provides a very convincing argument that Luke was the author of Hebrews. I was impressed by all the linguistic evidence that is presented in the book. And given that Luke is the author, the case also becomes very strong that Luke was a Jew. It amazes me that so many people came to the conclusion that Luke was a Gentile (based largely on reading too much into the text of Colossians 4).

Paul Segerstrom
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T. L. Jones
5.0 out of 5 stars Very Convincing
Reviewed in the United States on February 1, 2013
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Dr. Allen makes a convincing case for Luke's authorship of Hebrews, and that Luke was not a gentile but a Jew. I have always felt that Paul's fingerprints are on the Book of Hebrews, but not his DNA. The prose of the book is certainly more like Luke. Could it be a joint composition of Luke and Paul? From his Roman prison, Paul wrote, "Only Luke is with me" (2 Timothy 4:11). Hmmm...
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richard robinson
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent and thorough
Reviewed in the United States on December 5, 2012
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This book is a must for the serious Bible student or theologian to read to see all of the strong evidence that Luke can be considered a strong candidate for if not the most likely potential author of Hebrews. A terrific read and it helped me greatly in writing a paper on the authorship of Hebrews for Bible College.....I highly recommend it!
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Andrew Martin
5.0 out of 5 stars Research Paper Book
Reviewed in the United States on October 8, 2017
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I purchased this book for a research paper I was doing for a religion class. It had great information on the subject I was needing and came in brand new condition just like it said.
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Stephen Barack
5.0 out of 5 stars Right on
Reviewed in the United States on March 28, 2017
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Dr. Allen poses fair arguments for the Lukan theory. He gives the pros and cons with equal weight and support. Well written and eazy to understand
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