The Book of Proverbs (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780521096799)

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 a successful life; and finally passages in which the main purpose has now become the pursuit of a wisdom conforming entirely with the 'fear of the Lord'.

Author: R. N. Whybray
ISBN-10: 0521096790
ISBN-13: 9780521096799
Publisher: Cambridge University Press
Language: English
Published: 09/28/1972
Pages: 208
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.52lbs
Size: 8.16h x 5.04w x 0.55d