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Ecclesiastes: The Traditional Hebrew Text with the New JPS Translation (The Jps Bible Commentary)
Michael V. Fox
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Description for Ecclesiastes: The Traditional Hebrew Text with the New JPS Translation (The Jps Bible Commentary)
Hardcover.
The Book of Ecclesiastes is part of the “wisdom literature” of the Bible. It concerns itself with universal philosophical questions rather than events in the history of Israel and in the Hebrews’ covenant with God. Koheleth, the speaker in this book, ruminates on what—if anything—has lasting value, and how—if at all—God interacts with humankind. Koheleth expresses bewilderment and frustration at life’s absurdities and injustices. He grapples with the inequities that pervade the world and the frailty and limitations of human wisdom and righteousness. His awareness of these discomfiting facts coexists with a firm belief in God’s rule and God’s fundamental ... Read more
Product Details
Format
Hardback
Publication date
2004
Publisher
Jewish Publication Society
Condition
New
Number of Pages
128
Place of Publication
Philadelphia, United States
ISBN
9780827607422
SKU
V9780827607422
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About Michael V. Fox
Michael V. Fox received his rabbinical ordination from Hebrew Union College, USA. He received a PhD in Bible, Semitics, and Egyptology from the Hebrew University, Israel. He is currently Halls-Bascom Professor of Hebrew at the University of Wisconsin, USA.
Reviews for Ecclesiastes: The Traditional Hebrew Text with the New JPS Translation (The Jps Bible Commentary)
“The the JPS Ecclesiastes/Koheleth is a thorough, sensitive and engaging study with much to recommend it.”—Canadian Jewish News “This is an insightful and accessible commentary that reflects many years of deep engagement with the text.”—Journal of Hebrew Scriptures “This volume is a profitable resource for both scholars and pastors. Pastors will appreciate its brevity and clarity, and scholars will respect ... Read more