The Book of Proverbs (Paperback)
| Joint Author: R. N. Whybray |
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Format: Paperback
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
ISBN-10: 0521096790
ISBN-13: 9780521096799
Sku: 30547458
Publish Date: 4/10/2007
Dimensions:
(in Inches) 7.75H x 4.75L x 0.5T
Pages:
208
Age Range:
NA
See more in Biblical Commentary / Old Testament
| Dr Whybray's volume, like the others in the series, contains the text in the New English Bible translation, with introductory material preceding, and a commentary directly following, each section of text. Dr Whybray describes the ancient near-eastern tradition of producing collections of 'wisdom': instructions in the form of aphorisms and proverbs for the education of the young for a happy and successful career. He indicates the dependence of Proverbs on this tradition, but also points out how the Israelite authors modified it. The book contains three kinds of material: sections whose form and character are hardly distinguishable from the instructions of Egypt and Mesopotamia; others where, in spite of a more specifically Israelite dress, the aim remains the achievement of the successful life; and finally passages in which the main purpose has now become the pursuit of a wisdom which is in entire conformation with the 'fear of the Lord'. |
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