The Wisdom of Ben Sira 1916 (Hardcover) (ISBN-13: 9781432602147)

The Wisdom of Ben Sira 1916 is a book that contains a collection of teachings and proverbs attributed to the Jewish sage Ben Sira. The book was translated and edited by W. O. E. Oesterley in 1916. The teachings cover a wide range of topics, including wisdom, ethics, morality, and the nature of God. The book is considered a valuable resource for understanding the wisdom literature of ancient Judaism and provides insights into the culture and beliefs of the Jewish people during that time. The translation by Oesterley is highly regarded for its accuracy and attention to detail, making it a valuable resource for scholars and students of Jewish history and literature. Overall, The Wisdom of Ben Sira 1916 is a significant work that offers a unique perspective on the ancient Jewish tradition of wisdom literature.Translation of Early Documents Series I. Palestinian Jewish Texts Pre-Rabbinic, Ecclesiasticus.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: W. O. E. Oesterley
ISBN-10: 1432602144
ISBN-13: 9781432602147
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 10/15/2004
Pages: 152
Format: Hardcover
Weight: 0.87lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.50d