| Hebrew and Hellenistic Thought in the Book of Wisdom Contributor(s): King, Sr. Daniel, H. (Author) |
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ISBN: 1584271205 ISBN-13: 9781584271208 Publisher: Guardian of Truth Foundation OUR PRICE: $15.26 Product Type: Paperback Published: August 2005 Annotation: In this book, King attempts to assist the reader in understanding the impact of the Book of Wisdom upon the ancient world. The text is valuable to those seeking a better understanding of the relationship between Solomon's wisdom and the Jewish and Christian thought of the world both prior to and after the advent of Christianity. |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Religion | Biblical Meditations - Old Testament |
| Physical Information: 0.48" H x 6" W x 9" (0.69 lbs) 208 pages |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: The Wisdom of Solomon is an inter-testamental book written in Egypt between 200 and 100 BCE for Jews being confronted by a pagan culture and secular environment conflicting with their spiritual teaching. In this book, Dr. King has provided a great service as he attempts to assist the reader in understanding the impact of this writing upon that ancient world. He offers a much needed discussion on understanding the Wisdom of Solomon in terms of that milieu as well as the early years of Christianity. This book will be a welcome resource for those involved in the teaching and study of this subject matter. In addition, the book will prove valuable to those who are seeking a better understanding of the relationship between Solomon's wisdomand the Jewish and Christian thought of the world both prior to and after the advent of Christianity. |