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Relevant. Entertaining. Accurate. Transforming. Written for everyday Christians by an expert on Philippians, Nijay Gupta's guide strikes all the right chords. --Matthew W. Bates, Associate Professor of Theology, Quincy University Philippians comes to life as Gupta illuminates the theological issues of the text and highlights the historical context of first-century Philippi. Gupta offers accessible examples as he guides readers through the practice of theological interpretation. This skillfully written commentary should be a go-to volume for any pastor, lay leader, or student who desires a concise and thorough examination of Philippians. --Lynn Cohick, Provost and Dean, Professor of New Testament, Denver Seminary Gupta offers a remarkably accessible and rich introduction to Paul's Letter to the Philippians. Gupta is an ideal guide for all non-specialists wanting to learn how to read a Pauline letter with attention to its theological, historical, and exegetical texture. --Joshua Jipp, Associate Professor of New Testament, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School Nijay Gupta offers an informed, learned, and eminently readable introduction to Paul's Letter to the Philippians. A wonderful survey of the letter, from the summit of the Christ-hymn to Paul's soliloquy about facing possible execution, suffused with great insights about Christian community, and it puts readers in touch with the latest in Pauline scholarship. A terrific volume by a world-class Pauline scholar! --Michael F. Bird, Academic Dean and Lecturer in Theology, Ridley College

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Nijay K. Gupta is Associate Professor of New Testament at Portland Seminary. He has written or edited six books and has published dozens of academic articles. He is an award-winning researcher and a member of the Society of New Testament Studies.

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