Clinton Arnold je dekanom a profesorom novozákonného jazyka a literatúry na Talbot School of Theology. Jeho osobitný záujem spočíva v historickom a kultúrnom prostredí Pavlových listov. Arnold sa venuje vyučovaniu, prednášaniu a písaniu o rôznych aspektoch Nového zákona, pričom sa zameriava na jedinečný hlas a literárny význam autorovej práce. Jeho výskumné články sa objavili v mnohých odborných časopisoch a jeho práca je oceňovaná pre hlboký vhľad do biblických textov.
The Word Biblical Commentary series offers an in-depth analysis of biblical texts, emphasizing their meanings through the lens of biblical theology. Each volume presents a thorough examination, ensuring readers gain a balanced understanding of the scriptures. The series is designed for those seeking to explore the complexities and theological implications of the Bible in a scholarly yet accessible manner.
Satan worship. Witches. New Age channelers. The last two decades have witnessed a vast upsurge in occult activity. Scores of popular books have warned Christians of the dangers and urged them to do battle against these spiritual forces. Few books, however, have developed a careful biblical theology on demons, principalities and powers. Clinton Arnold seeks to fill this gap, providing an in-depth look at Paul's letters and what they teach on the subject. For perspective, he examines first-century Greek, Roman and Jewish beliefs as well as Jesus' teaching about magic, sorcery and divination. Arguing against many recent interpretations that have seen principalities and powers as impersonal social, economic and political structures, Arnold contends that the New Testament view is that such forces are organized, personal beings which Jesus defeated at the cross and will bring into full subjection at his return. In his concluding section Arnold suggests practical ways in which Christians today can contend with the forces of evil. A thoughtful, biblical look at an urgent challenge facing the church.