Definition of Exegesis by Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica (online)
Bible Odyssey - On Bible Odyssey, the world’s leading scholars share the latest historical and literary research on key people, places, and passages of the Bible. Presented by the Society for Biblical Literature and the National Endowment for the Humanities.
Over seventy international scholars contributed to this single volume commentary based on the New Revised Standard Version. In addition to the scriptural commentary, varied introductory material is included providing context for the history, interpretation, and key themes of each book. Additional articles are included for extra-canonical early Christian literature, and post-biblical Jewish literature. Bibliographies accompany each entry.
Hermeneia (online & print)
A critical and historical commentary series on the Old and New Testament by authors who are recognized international experts. The series is ongoing with published volumes being revised as necessary and at times older volumes replaced by new works to present the latest in biblical scholarship
The New Interpreter's Bible (print)
A multi-volume set with commentary and reflections. Highly regarded, with contributions from both Protestant and Catholic scholars. An index volume is also included. Copies available in reference and in the library's stacks.
Word Biblical Commentary (online & print)
A critical exegetical series by various biblical scholars writing from a scholarly as well as an evangelical background. Contains some Greek words. Does not require a knowledge of Greek or Hebrew although offers this level of analysis for scholars.
