A commentary on the Synoptic Gospels from a social-scientific perspective. - Title: The Social-Scientific Commentary on the Synoptic Gospels - Authors: Bruce Malina / Richard Rohrbaugh - Publisher: Kyodan Publishing First-century documents, viewed through a first-century lens. The meaning of Jesus' words and deeds is vividly illuminated in light of the social codes of the time. A helpful commentary for understanding the Jesus movement that unfolded in the ancient Mediterranean world.