Wisdom in transition : act and consequence in Second Temple instructions / / by Samuel L. Adams.
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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| Superior document: | Supplements to the Journal for the study of Judaism, v. 125 |
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| Year of Publication: | 2008 |
| Edition: | 1st ed. |
| Language: | English |
| Series: | Supplements to the Journal for the study of Judaism ;
v. 125. |
| Physical Description: | 1 online resource (328 p.) |
| Notes: | Description based upon print version of record. |
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Table of Contents:
- Preliminary Materials / S.L. Adams
- Introduction / S.L. Adams
- Chapter One. Act And Consequence In Egyptian Instructions / S.L. Adams
- Chapter Two. Act And Consequence In The Book Of Proverbs / S.L. Adams
- Chapter Three. Wisdom In Transition: The Book Of Ecclesiastes / S.L. Adams
- Chapter Four. Ben Siras Apologetic Response / S.L. Adams
- Chapter Five. Wisdom In Transition: Mystery And Eschatology In 4Qinstruction / S.L. Adams
- Conclusion / S.L. Adams
- Bibliography / S.L. Adams
- Index Of Authors / S.L. Adams
- Index Of Texts / S.L. Adams.