Prelude to the praise of the ancestors, Sirach 44:1-15

Past commentators have interpreted verses 3—6 of Sirach 44 as cataloging different kinds of heroes praised in the next chapters. They, in turn, understand the poet to be praising both the ability of the ancestors in their respective professions as well as their piety. However, scrutiny of this poem&...

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Main Author: Reymond, Eric D. (Author)
Format: Print Article
Language:English
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Published: College 2001
In: Hebrew Union College annual / Jewish Institute of Religion
Year: 2001, Volume: 72, Pages: 1-14
RelBib Classification:BH Judaism
HB Old Testament
Further subjects:B Bible. Jesus Sirach 44,1-15
Parallel Edition:Electronic