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Reading Wisdom and Psalms as Christian Scripture (Reading Christian Scripture)
A Literary, Canonical, and Theological Introduction
- 240 pages
- English
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- Available on iOS & Android
eBook - ePub
Reading Wisdom and Psalms as Christian Scripture (Reading Christian Scripture)
A Literary, Canonical, and Theological Introduction
About this book
This survey textbook offers an accessible introduction to the wisdom books and Psalms in their literary, theological, and canonical contexts.
Written by an expert in the Old Testament wisdom tradition and Psalms, this book pays particular attention to theological themes in Proverbs, Job, Ecclesiastes, the Song of Songs, and the Psalter. Christopher Ansberry skillfully connects these themes to comparable themes in the other books discussed in the volume and to the broader biblical canon. He also integrates philosophical concerns and questions.
This addition to the Reading Christian Scripture series is an ideal faith-friendly introduction for students of the Old Testament, Wisdom literature, and Psalms. It features a beautiful full-color design with an abundance of sidebars, images, and other visual aids to enhance the reading experience and facilitate learning. Additional resources for instructors and students are available through Textbook eSources.
Written by an expert in the Old Testament wisdom tradition and Psalms, this book pays particular attention to theological themes in Proverbs, Job, Ecclesiastes, the Song of Songs, and the Psalter. Christopher Ansberry skillfully connects these themes to comparable themes in the other books discussed in the volume and to the broader biblical canon. He also integrates philosophical concerns and questions.
This addition to the Reading Christian Scripture series is an ideal faith-friendly introduction for students of the Old Testament, Wisdom literature, and Psalms. It features a beautiful full-color design with an abundance of sidebars, images, and other visual aids to enhance the reading experience and facilitate learning. Additional resources for instructors and students are available through Textbook eSources.
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Table of contents
- Cover
- Half Title Page
- Title Page
- Copyright Page
- Contents
- Acknowledgments
- Abbreviations
- 1. Introduction to Wisdom Literature and Psalms: Faith Seeking Understanding
- 2. Proverbs: Fear Seeking Understanding
- 3. Theological Themes in Proverbs (1)
- 4. Theological Themes in Proverbs (2)
- 5. Job: Suffering Seeking Understanding
- 6. Theological Themes in Job (1)
- 7. Theological Themes in Job (2)
- 8. Ecclesiastes: Finitude Seeking Understanding
- 9. Theological Themes in Ecclesiastes
- 10. Song of Songs: Desire Seeking Understanding
- 11. Theological Themes in Song of Songs
- 12. Psalms: Praise Seeking Understanding
- 13. Theological Themes in Psalms
- Glossary
- Notes
- Index
- Back Ads
- Back Cover