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The Book of Proverbs Cambridge Bible Commentaries on the Old Testament

by [Whybray, R. N.]

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

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  • Cambridge University Pres Brand
  • Sep 29, 1972 Pub Date:
  • 9780521096799 ISBN-13:
  • 0521096790 ISBN-10:
  • 208.0 pages Paperback
  • English Language
  • 8 in * 0.48 in * 5 in Dimensions:
  • 1 lb Weight: