Reading Wisdom and Psalms as Christian Scripture: A Literary, Canonical, and Theological Introduction

Reading Wisdom and Psalms as Christian Scripture: A Literary, Canonical, and Theological Introduction

by Christopher B. Ansberry
Reading Wisdom and Psalms as Christian Scripture: A Literary, Canonical, and Theological Introduction

Reading Wisdom and Psalms as Christian Scripture: A Literary, Canonical, and Theological Introduction

by Christopher B. Ansberry

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Overview

This survey textbook offers an accessible introduction to the wisdom books and Psalms in their literary, theological, and canonical contexts.

Written by an expert in the Old Testament wisdom tradition and Psalms, this book pays particular attention to theological themes in Proverbs, Job, Ecclesiastes, the Song of Songs, and the Psalter. Christopher Ansberry skillfully connects these themes to comparable themes in the other books discussed in the volume and to the broader biblical canon. He also integrates philosophical concerns and questions.

This addition to the Reading Christian Scripture series is an ideal faith-friendly introduction for students of the Old Testament, Wisdom literature, and Psalms. It features a beautiful full-color design with an abundance of sidebars, images, and other visual aids to enhance the reading experience and facilitate learning. Additional resources for instructors and students are available through Textbook eSources.

Product Details

ISBN-13: 9781540961914
Publisher: Baker Publishing Group
Publication date: 07/23/2024
Series: Reading Christian Scripture
Pages: 240
Product dimensions: 7.00(w) x 9.25(h) x (d)

About the Author

Christopher B. Ansberry (PhD, Wheaton College Graduate School) is associate professor of biblical and religious studies at Grove City College in Grove City, Pennsylvania. He previously taught at Oak Hill College in London and at Wheaton College. He is the author of Be Wise, My Son, and Make My Heart Glad: An Exploration of the Courtly Nature of the Book of Proverbs and the coeditor (with Christopher M. Hays) of Evangelical Faith and the Challenge of Historical Criticism.

Table of Contents

1. Introduction to Wisdom Literature and Psalms: Faith Seeking Understanding
2. Proverbs: Fear Seeking Understanding
3. Theological Themes in Proverbs (1)
4. Theological Themes in Proverbs (2)
5. Job: Suffering Seeking Understanding
6. Theological Themes in Job (1)
7. Theological Themes in Job (2)
8. Ecclesiastes: Finitude Seeking Understanding
9. Theological Themes in Ecclesiastes
10. Song of Songs: Desire Seeking Understanding
11. Theological Themes in Song of Songs
12. Psalms: Praise Seeking Understanding
13. Theological Themes in Psalms
Glossary
Index
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