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Old Testament Message #17
Proverbs: With Introduction to Sapiential Books
259 pages, Hardcover
First published January 1, 1982
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September 3, 2012
This book provides an excellent introduction to the Sapiential literature as well as an explanation of the Book of Proverbs. Proverbs is an unusual biblical book in that it mixes practical maxims and advice with religious instruction. As author Dermot Cox, OFM explains, this is at least partially because the book is a collection of sayings from a variety of sources, some religious and some secular.
After the explanation of the role of Wisdom literature in Scripture, it goes through Proverbs by quoting a section and then explaining it. The quotations save the reader the inconvenience of having to consult the Bible while progressing through the book. The explanations are easy to follow and understand. I feel that, after reading this, I have a better understanding of Wisdom literature in general and Proverbs in particular. For that I recommend this book.
After the explanation of the role of Wisdom literature in Scripture, it goes through Proverbs by quoting a section and then explaining it. The quotations save the reader the inconvenience of having to consult the Bible while progressing through the book. The explanations are easy to follow and understand. I feel that, after reading this, I have a better understanding of Wisdom literature in general and Proverbs in particular. For that I recommend this book.
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