Ecclesiastes Or the Preacher

Klappentext Originally published in 1881, this book presents the complete English version of the book of Ecclesiastes with extensive critical notes. Zusammenfassung Originally published in 1881! this book presents the complete English version of the book of Ecclesiastes with extensive critical notes. A long critical introduction is also provided! with information on authorship! historical context and various interpretations of the text. Additionally! an appendix section and index are included. Inhaltsverzeichnis Introduction: 1. The title; 2. Authorship and date; 3. An ideal biography; 4. Ecclesiastes and Ecclesiasticus; 5. Ecclesiastes and the wisdom of Solomon; 6. Jewish interpreters of Ecclesiastes; 7. Ecclesiastes and its patristic interpreters; 8. Analysis of Ecclesiastes; Text and notes; Appendix 1. Koheleth and Shakespeare; Appendix 2. Koheleth and Tennyson; Appendix 3. A Persian Koheleth of the twelfth century; Index.

Product details

• Authors: E. H. Plumptre, Plumptre E. H.
• Publisher: Cambridge University Press ELT
• Languages: English
• Product format: Paperback / Softback
• Released: 26.09.2013
• EAN: 9781107623972
• ISBN: 978-1-107-62397-2
• No. of pages: 270
• Subjects: Humanities, art, music > Religion/theology > Christianity; RELIGION / Christianity / General, RELIGION / Biblical Studies / General, Christianity, Criticism and exegesis of sacred texts, Biblical Studies & Exegesis