Wisdom in transition : act and consequence in Second Temple instructions /

Wisdom in transition : act and consequence in Second Temple instructions /

This volume considers a major shift among Jewish sages during the Second Temple period, as certain authors moved from an earthly focus to a belief in individual immortality. Egyptian instructions and the book of Proverbs are examined for necessary background. The colorful responses of Qoheleth and B...

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Main Author: Adams, Samuel L., 1970-

Format: eBook

Language: English

Published: Leiden ; Boston : Brill, 2008.

Series: Supplements to the Journal for the Study of Judaism 125.
Biblical Studies, Ancient Near East and Early Christianity E-Books Online, Collection 2008, ISBN: 9789004222717.

Subjects:

Altes Testament / Poetische Bücher.
Apokryphen.
Weisheit <Buch>
Bible. > O.T. > Criticism, interpretation, etc.
Dead Sea scrolls.
Eschatology, Jewish.
Future life > Judaism.
Judaism > History > Post-exilic period, 586 B.C.-210 A.D.
Rabbinical literature > History and criticism.

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Call Number: BM635 .A33 2008

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Table of Contents:
  • Preliminary Materials /
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  • Introduction /
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  • Chapter One. Act And Consequence In Egyptian Instructions /
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  • Chapter Two. Act And Consequence In The Book Of Proverbs /
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  • Chapter Three. Wisdom In Transition: The Book Of Ecclesiastes /
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  • Chapter Four. Ben Siras Apologetic Response /
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  • Chapter Five. Wisdom In Transition: Mystery And Eschatology In 4Qinstruction /
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  • Conclusion /
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  • Bibliography /
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  • Index Of Authors /
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  • Index Of Texts /
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