First and Second Samuel are two of my favorite books in the Bible. I've lamented aloud once or twice about how long I have to wait before The Concordia Commentary Series gets around to publishing their commentary on the books. My wife took that as a hint and got me this book, also published by CPH in 1968. While not as in depth as one of the big blue books, Rev. Gehrke's tome does just what a commentary should do--take the reader through the biblical text, offering historical information and showing how it all fits in with the larger story of Scripture. It was easy and enjoyable to read.
--J. ( )