directly from the Gr. As with the other books of the OT Apoc., the book was accorded official recognition by the Roman Catholic Church only in the 16th cent. It was, however, highly venerated in the Early Church as we have seen. Some accepted the book as canonical on the basis of ...
Chapters 3 through 6 introduce the reader to the three wisdom books of the Hebrew Bible as well as Sirach. Chapter 3, "The Pursuit of Knowledge: Proverbs," provides a meaningful introduction to the book including a brief discussion ... D Jefferies - 《Reviews in Religion & Theology》 被引...
“seldom takes you to church.” There are a lot of Monday morning themes in Proverbs. Unlike other Old Testament books, the subjects of covenant, law, and prophecy are not very prominent.
They offer a unique perspective, shedding light on life's mysteries, enabling us to understand the world and ourselves better. Each philosophical quote is like a beacon of knowledge that helps navigate the vast ocean of life's complexities, encouraging us to think, ponder, and question.Quick Ju...
This work is intended for advanced un- dergraduates, seminary students, pastors, and lay teachers of the Bible. In my twenty years of teaching, I have become aware of the need for a bridge to span the distance between eager students who have been introduced to the poetical books and the...
Richard Hess has written an insightful commentary on one of the most intriguing books of the Bible, which celebrates God's gift of love.Following an introduction to the biblical book and a history of its interpretation, Hess divides his discussion into seven major sections. Each section b...
One is also a privilege: to occasionally be allowed to bring out books that the marketing people aren’t quite sure they’ll be able to sell well. Then, a publisher feels that he or she is able to fulfill the prophetic aspect of our work that drew us to it in the first place. ...
Now, does the Bible in any way suggest it? Yes, we are told in the Book of John, the very beginning, “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God” (1:1). Now, “The Word became flesh and dwelt within us” (1:14). If he was with Go...
How To Have More Self-Control – Review Of “Your Future Self Will Thank You” by Drew Dyck Brain-Mind “Your Future Self Will Thank You – Secrets to Self-Control from the Bible and Brain Science (A Guide for Sinners, Quitters and Procrastinators)” is a delightful summary of an import...
Study the (spiritual) sciences, master their inner meaning Then, having done so, discard the books. This book does not attempt to sum up all possible meanings of the primary factors found in a birth chart. Nor does it purport to convey to the reader instant knowledge or sensational ...