Old Testament Wisdom Literature: A Theological Introduction - Rilegato

Bartholomew, Craig G.; O'dowd, Ryan

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ISBN 10: 1844745376 ISBN 13: 9781844745371

Casa editrice: Apollos, 2011

Riassunto

The books of Job, Proverbs and Ecclesiastes are rooted in the order created by the one true God. Their steady gaze penetrates to the very nature of created reality and leads us toward peace and human flourishing. Craig Bartholomew and Ryan O'Dowd tune our ears to hear once again Lady Wisdom calling in the streets. Old Testament Wisdom Literature provides an informed introduction to the Old Testament wisdom books Proverbs, Ecclesiastes and Job. Establishing the books in the context of ancient Near Eastern wisdom traditions and literature, the authors move beyond the scope of typical introductions to discuss the theological and hermeneutical implications of this literature.

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Recensione:

"Be not misled: this is much more than a theological introduction to the Old Testament wisdom books. It is a wide-ranging survey of their significance against their ancient Middle Eastern background and in the context of modern study. It stresses and explicates their poetic nature, and it makes illuminating links with modern and postmodern thinking." --John Goldingay, Fuller Theological Seminary

Craig Bartholomew and Ryan O'Dowd have given the church a theology of Wisdom literature that is like apples of gold in settings of silver. Its apples of gold are its profound, penetrating and accurate insights into Old Testament wisdom. These are set in the silver settings of discerning evaluations, an engaging style, and the best of ancient and modern scholarship.

--Bruce Waltke, Professor Emeritus of Biblical Studies, Regent College, and Distinguished Professor of Old Testament, Knox Theological Seminary

Within their discussion of aesthetics, Bartholomew and O'Dowd argue for the value and role of the arts. They demonstrate how wisdom unites heart and mind, as well as how poetry is a primary vehicle for conveying wisdom. Although written for pastors and seminary students, this book is accessible for anyone interested in Wisdom literature. --Stephen M. Vantassel, BibleStudy Magazine, July & August 2011

L'autore:

Craig G. Bartholomew: H. Evan Runner Chair in Philosophy at Redeemer University College, Ancaster, Ontario, Canada. Author of 'Reading Ecclesiastes: a Commentary on Ecclesiastes' (Baker) and numerous articles. Senior editor of the 'Scripture and Hermeneutics' Series.

Ryan P. O'Dowd (Ph.D., University of Liverpool): Assistant Professor of Old Testament at Briercrest College, Saskatchewan, Canada.

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• Editore: Apollos
• Data di pubblicazione: 2011
• ISBN 10: 1844745376
• ISBN 13: 9781844745371
• Rilegatura: Copertina rigida
• Numero di pagine: 330