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Cheyne, T. K. (Thomas Kelly)
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1915
Cheyne, Thomas Kelly
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Job and Solomon: Or, The Wisdom of the Old Testament
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"Job and Solomon: Or, The Wisdom of the Old Testament" by T. K. Cheyne is a scholarly examination of Old Testament literature, written in the late 19th century. This work delves into the books of Job and Ecclesiastes, emphasizing their philosophical and theological themes. Cheyne aims to provide readers with insights into the complex interplay of wisdom literature and the spiritual struggles depicted within these biblical texts. The opening of the book presents the author's preface, outlining his intentions and the scope of the work. Cheyne discusses the necessity for both exegesis and criticism to fully appreciate the depth of Old Testament writings, particularly the wisdom literature. He establishes the significance of the Book of Job, noting its exploration of suffering and divine justice, as well as the importance of Ecclesiastes in grappling with existential questions. The author invites earnest students to engage with the complexities of Hebrew literature and suggests that a deeper understanding can emerge from considering these texts in their historical and literary contexts. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Reading ease score: 70.4 (7th grade). Fairly easy to read.
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Bible. Old Testament -- Criticism, interpretation, etc.
Wisdom literature -- Criticism, interpretation, etc.
Gnomic poetry, Hebrew
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Category: Philosophy & Ethics
Category: Religion/Spirituality
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