Wisdom’s Root Revealed


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By interpreting the theme of election in the book of Sirach, this monograph offers an alternative to the dualistic interpretation of Ben Sira and suggests a reading of this pivotal figure that accounts both for his particularism and his universalism.







Canonicity, Setting, Wisdom in the Deuterocanonicals


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The volume publishes papers read at the tenth International Conference on the Deuterocanonical Books, Budapest, 2013. The authors explore various aspects of this literature, with pre-eminent emphasis on their relation to diverse early Jewish texts and traditions; their reactions on Hellenism; and the way they treated as a canonical collection within their history of interpretation.







Revelations


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In a groundbreaking revelation, the truth behind what was once believed to be reality has been unveiled. This extraordinary discovery paves the way for dreams to transcend the realm of imagination and manifest as tangible realities. What were once unanswered questions, lingering in the depths of uncertainty, now find their resolutions. The veil has been lifted, providing clarity and understanding of the enigmatic aspects of existence. No longer bound by a life of constant struggle, suffering, pain, illness, fear, and financial hardship, a cure has been found. The shackles that held individuals captive in a cycle of adversity are shattered, offering liberation and healing. The time has come to release the burdens of the past and embrace a simple yet profoundly transformative path. It marks the beginning of the end of manipulation and deception, ushering in a new era of authenticity and truth. A remarkable transformation awaits, as a new lifestyle of freedom, abundance, and well-being takes root. This paradigm shift brings forth an abundance of joy, tranquility, and satisfying and enriching experiences that resonate with the deepest desires of the self. Prepare to embark on a journey that transcends limitations, where the boundaries of possibility are expanded, and where the pursuit of happiness and fulfillment becomes a tangible reality. Witness the dawn of a new era, where dreams find their rightful place in the tapestry of existence, and where the human spirit blossoms in harmony with the universe. Open your heart and mind to this extraordinary revelation, for it holds the keys to unlocking the doors of personal growth, abundance, and the ultimate realization of one's potential. Are you ready to embrace the transformative power of this revelation and step into a life brimming with boundless opportunities? The choice is yours to make. Choose Revelations today and start living the life you were meant to live!




Wisdom, Cosmos, and Cultus in the Book of Sirach


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Despite the attention that has already been paid to the theme of creation in the book of Sirach, scholarship has yet to provide a comprehensive analysis of Ben Sira's instruction regarding the cosmic order and its role in the divine bestowal of wisdom upon human beings. This book, which consists of two parts, fills a lacuna in scholarship by offering such an analysis. The first part of this study examines Ben Sira's three main treatments of the created world, thus providing a comprehensive description and synthesis of Ben Sira's doctrine concerning the created order of the cosmos. The second part of this work analyzes the place of human beings in general, and the Jewish people in particular, within the cosmic order. This second part includes an analysis of the role of the created order in Ben Sira's wisdom instruction in 1:1-10 and 24:1-34 as well as an elucidation of the way in which his treatments of various kinds of people—civic leaders, wives, doctors, manual laborers, scribes, and cultic personnel—are integral to Ben Sira's doctrine of creation. This study demonstrates that the created order is a fundamental category that Ben Sira relies upon in articulating his instructions about wisdom and wise behavior.







Theology and Anthropology in the Book of Sirach


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New research on Sirach for scholars and students The present volume of English and German essays includes the proceedings of an international conference held in Eichstaett, Germany, in 2017. Themes of creation, emotions, life, death, wisdom, knowledge, the individual and society, family, gender, mercy, justice, and freedom are but a few of the topics that contributors explore in this new collection. Essays explore the rich intertextual connections between Sirach and other biblical texts. Features: Attention to theological distinctions presented in the Hebrew, Greek, Syriac, and Latin versions of the book of Sirach Examination of the reception of Sirach in the New Testament and the early modern era English abstracts for German-language essays and German abstracts for English-language essays




The Chosen People


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In this careful and provocative study, Chad Thornhill considers how Second Temple understandings of election influenced key Pauline texts with sensitivity to social, historical and literary factors. While Paul is able to move beyond ancient categories of a collective view of election, Thornhill shows how he also follows these patterns.