Ecclesiastes: A Commentary (Old Testament Library | OTL)
Overview
An expert on biblical wisdom literature guides readers through an in-depth exploration of Ecclesiastes. This volume serves as a prime example of excellence and clear teaching in this critically acclaimed Old Testament Library series.
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“The word yitrôn (profit) is possibly a commercial term for what is left after all expenses are taken into account. In the Hebrew canon it occurs only in Ecclesiastes, although rabbinic literature uses the word. The fundamental notion is ‘advantage.’ What advantage accrues to men and women (lā’ādām)? None.” (Page 59)
“Furthermore, the word ben also denotes close relationships of mind and spirit without implying actual physical kinship (sons of the prophets = disciples or guild members; sons of God = servants). Therefore ben-dāwid does not require the identification of Qohelet with Solomon, although that association was probably intended.” (Page 56)
“In Ecclesiastes, the heavens remain silent. Nor does Qohelet identify religious devotion with wisdom (Job 28:28). In Qohelet’s belief, God withholds vital information even from the pious.” (Page 24)
“The exquisite poem in 11:7–12:7, best understood as a parable, has prompted many interpreters to take it as an allegory. Actually, only 12:3–4a justifies this designation.” (Page 30)
“Those caught in the daily round cannot know the predetermined pattern, nor profit by it” (Page 92)
- Title: Ecclesiastes: A Commentary
- Author: James L. Crenshaw
- Edition: First edition
- Series: The Old Testament Library
- Publisher: Westminster
- Print Publication Date: 1987
- Logos Release Date: 2017
- Era: era:contemporary
- Language: English
- Resources: 1
- Format: Digital › Logos Research Edition
- Subject: Bible. O.T. Ecclesiastes › Commentaries
- ISBNs: 0664212956, 9780664212957
- Resource ID: LLS:OTL21EC
- Resource Type: Bible Commentary
- Metadata Last Updated: 2024-03-25T20:33:24Z