The Book of Proverbs (Cambridge Bible Commentary on the New English Bible, New Testament Ser) - Softcover

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0521096790 ISBN 13: 9780521096799

Verlag: Cambridge University Press, 1972

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The New English Bible translation, with introductory material and commentaries.

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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'.

Details zur Ausgabe

• Verlag: Cambridge University Press
• Erscheinungsdatum: 1972
• Sprache: Englisch
• ISBN 10: 0521096790
• ISBN 13: 9780521096799
• Einband: Taschenbuch
• Anzahl der Seiten: 210
• Kontakt zum Hersteller: Nicht verfügbar
• Verantwortliche Person: Nicht verfügbar