Wisdom in transition: act and consequence in Second Temple instructions

This volume considers a major shift among Jewish sages during the Second Temple period, as certain authors moved from an earthly focus to a belief in individual immortality. Egyptian instructions and the book of Proverbs are examined for necessary background. The colorful responses of Qoheleth and B...

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Main Author: Adams, Samuel L. 1970- (Author)
Format: Electronic Book
Language:English
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Published: Leiden Boston Brill 2008
In:Year: 2008
Reviews:Wisdom in Transition. Act and Consequence in Second Temple Instructions (2009) (Freuling, Georg, 1972 -)
Series/Journal:Supplements to the Journal for the study of Judaism v. 125
Further subjects:B Rabbinical literature History and criticism
B Dead Sea Scrolls
B Future Life Judaism
B Bible. O.T Criticism, interpretation, etc
B Eschatology, Jewish
B Judaism History Post-exilic period, 586 B.C.-210 A.D
B Immortality Judaism
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