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The best way to find biblical commentaries - whether print or online - is to start with the WorldCat Library Catalog or the List of Recommended Commentaries page.

1. Search the WorldCat Library Catalog

You can search from any device or on-campus computer.

Try searching by:

  • Biblical book title (e.g., Gospel of Luke)

  • Commentary series name (e.g., Ancient Christian Commentary on Scripture)

  • Keywords (e.g., Jonah commentary or John commentary)

Once you find a title:

  1. Click on it to open the full record

  2. Review the “Fuller Libraries” / “Availability” section

  3. Note the location, call number, and availability of each copy

Tip: The initial results list may only show one location, so always check the full record for all available copies.

2. Locate Print Commentaries

On the Pasadena campus:

  • The Reference Collection contains the most complete set of commentaries (library use only)

  • Additional copies may be available in the main collection (Basement A) for checkout

  • Some older titles are stored offsite and can be requested at the circulation desk

Most biblical commentaries are shelved under the BS (Biblical Studies) call number range.

3. Browse by Call Number (Optional)

If you’d like to browse the shelves, here are key ranges:

  • BS 410–489: General Bible reference works and introductions

  • BS 490–499: Commentary series covering the whole Bible

  • BS 500–534.8: Biblical interpretation and criticism

  • BS 1110–1191.5: Old Testament commentaries (series)

  • BS 1235–1680: Commentaries on individual Old Testament books

  • BS 2333–2341: New Testament commentary series

  • BS 2575–2834: Commentaries on individual New Testament books

Some historical or denominational commentaries may also be found under:

  • BR (Church history)

  • BX (Denominational works)

4. Find eBook Commentaries

The library also offers a growing collection of eBook commentaries.
To find them:

  1. Search the catalog

  2. Apply the “eBook” filter

  3. Click “View eBook” to access

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