Wisdom

Volume 20

AvRichard J Clifford SJ

Häftad, Engelska, 2013

Del 20 i serien NEW COLLEGEVILLE BIBLE COMMENTARY: OLD TESTAMENT

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Beskrivning

In the book of Wisdom, we find the literary voice of Solomon, the model king and seeker of wisdom sharing his meditations. Concepts from Greek philosophy are integrated into Jewish tradition to present new insights into how wisdom can be both a quality of God and a human characteristic. Three affirmations in this lyrical book especially resonate for modern Christians: the kingdom of God means that God's justice actually rules the world; God is Lord of the universe, not just the God of heaven; and God is engaged in human history and dwells with the human race.Richard J. Clifford, SJ, is professor of Old Testament at Boston College School of Theology. He taught biblical studies at Weston Jesuit School of Theology in Cambridge from 1970 to 2008. His doctorate is from Harvard University. He was general editor of the Catholic Biblical Quarterly and is a former president of the Catholic Biblical Association. As well as teaching and lecturing in scholarly circles, he is active in adult education in various New England dioceses.

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum:2013-01-01
Mått:152 x 229 x 6 mm
Vikt:133 g
Format:Häftad
Språk:Engelska
Serie:NEW COLLEGEVILLE BIBLE COMMENTARY: OLD TESTAMENT
Antal sidor:88
Förlag:Liturgical Press
ISBN:9780814628546

Utforska kategorier

Religion: allmänt inom Filosofi och religion
Kristendom inom Filosofi och religion

Mer om författaren

Richard J. Clifford, SJ, is professor of Old Testament at Boston College School of Theology. He taught biblical studies at Weston Jesuit School of Theology in Cambridge from 1970 to 2008. His doctorate is from Harvard University. He was general editor of the Catholic Biblical Quarterly and is a former president of the Catholic Biblical Association. As well as teaching and lecturing in scholarly circles, he is active in adult education in various New England dioceses.

Recensioner i media

This new commentary has all the signs of what we expect from its distinguished author—deep learning, a keen sensitivity to the theological message of the material he interprets, a fine ear for intertextual resonances, and a rare gift for clear and accessible communication. The book of Wisdom is a fascinating but under-appreciated product of Hellenistic Judaism. In this concise commentary, it has acquired an ideal commentator. I recommend it highly.Jon D. Levenson, Albert A. List Professor of Jewish Studies, Harvard University

Innehållsförteckning

CONTENTSAbbreviations 4THE BOOK OF WISDOMIntroduction 5Text and Commentary 15The Two Worlds (Wisdom 1:1–6:21) 15Wisdom and the Way to It (Wisdom 6:22–10:21) 31The Exodus: God Provides for His Child Israel (Wisdom 11:1–19:22) 46Review Aids and Discussion Topics 86Index of Citations from the Catechism of the Catholic Church 88