This study provides background on wisdom forms, the key Qumran sectarian texts, and wisdom studies related to the Dead Sea Scrolls. 4QInstruction includes poetic discourses, hymnic material, and short wisdom sayings and admonitions. A major focus is placed on the admonitions, which are discussed in terms of their structure, wisdom forms, and setting.
The admonitions are expressed in biblical wisdom forms, showing a familiarity with and acceptance of traditional Hebrew wisdom, including a focus on traditional themes.
Yet, when read from the sectarian perspective, 4QInstruction reinforces the guidelines and theology of the key Dead Sea Scroll documents.
| ISBN: | 9781463203696 |
| Publication date: | 12th June 2014 |
| Author: | Daryl Jefferies |
| Publisher: | Gorgias Press |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Pagination: | 348 pages |
| Series: | Gorgias Biblical Studies |
| Genres: |
Judaism: sacred texts and revered writings |
This study provides background on wisdom forms, the key Qumran sectarian texts, and wisdom studies related to the Dead Sea Scrolls. 4QInstruction includes poetic discourses, hymnic material, and short wisdom sayings and admonitions. A major focus is placed on the admonitions, which are discussed in terms of their structure, wisdom forms, and setting.
Wisdom at Qumran features in the following genres: Judaism: sacred texts and revered writings
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Wisdom at Qumran was written by Daryl Jefferies and published by Gorgias Press
Wisdom at Qumran has 348 pages
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