Instructions of Shuruppak
Instructions of Shuruppak

Author: Amber Snow

Publisher: Independently Published

Published: 2022-02-12

Total Pages: 46

ISBN-13:

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The Instructions of Shuruppak (also known as the Instructions of Uruppak son of Ubara-tutu) are a notable piece of Sumerian wisdom literature dating to the early 3rd millenium BCE. The Instructions, which are grouped with other cuneiform tablets from Abu Salabikh can be considered the oldest extant writing of Sumerian wisdom literature. Wisdom literature was prevalent across the ancient Near East, and it was designed to educate correct piety, instill morality, and sustain communal norms. The incipit of the text establishes its antiquity. The commandments are spelled by Ubara-Tutu's son and are directed to Ziudsura. Ziudsura is the name of the hero of the great flood, later named Utnapishtim in Akkadian, and then Noah in the genesis flood narrative. Ubara-Tutu is the last king of Sumer before the flood, according to most existing versions of the Sumerian king list.

Wisdom Literature in Mesopotamia and Israel
Wisdom Literature in Mesopotamia and Israel

Author: Richard J. Clifford

Publisher: Society of Biblical Lit

Published: 2007

Total Pages: 116

ISBN-13: 1589832191

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The last fifty years have seen a dramatic increase of interest in the wisdom literature of the Bible, as scholars have come to appreciate the subtlety and originality of Proverbs, Job, and Ecclesiastes as well as of Sirach and Wisdom of Solomon. Interest has likewise grown in the wisdom literatures of the neighboring cultures of Canaan, Egypt, and especially Mesopotamia. To help readers understand the place of biblical wisdom within this broader context, including its originality and distinctiveness, this volume offers a collection of essays by Assyriologists and biblicists on the social, intellectual, and literary setting of Mesopotamian wisdom; on specific wisdom texts; and on key themes common to both Mesopotamian and biblical culture. --From publisher's description.

Proverbs
Proverbs

Author: Richard J. Clifford

Publisher: Westminster John Knox Press

Published: 1999-01-01

Total Pages: 310

ISBN-13: 9780664228538

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This commentary, a part of the Old Testament Library series, focuses on the book of Proverbs. The Old Testament Library provides fresh and authoritative treatments of important aspects of Old Testament study through commentaries and general surveys. The contributors are scholars of international standing.

Be Wise, My Son, and Make My Heart Glad
Be Wise, My Son, and Make My Heart Glad

Author: Christopher B. Ansberry

Publisher: Walter de Gruyter

Published: 2011

Total Pages: 259

ISBN-13: 3110247909

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In view of the various proposals concerning the nature and function of the book of Proverbs, the present study focuses on the social dimensions of the document within its distinct, literary context. That is, the study examines the nature and function of the sapiential material within its new performance context, viz., the discursive context, the Sitz im Buch. In the main, the investigation explores the discourse setting of the book of Proverbs as well as the formal and thematic features of the individual collections. More specifically, the study highlights the fundamental features of the.

Lost Treasures of the Bible
Lost Treasures of the Bible

Author: Clyde E. Fant

Publisher: Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing

Published: 2008-10-15

Total Pages: 500

ISBN-13: 0802828817

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"Lost Treasures of the Bible contains photographs and detailed descriptions of more than one hundred biblically significant archaeological objects housed in over twenty-five museums worldwide. Clyde Fant and Mitchell Reddish's selection of artifacts - many of them relatively unknown - illuminates the history, culture, and practices of the biblical world as a whole. Each entry also explains that particular object's relevance for understanding the Bible and locates the artifact not only at its museum site but also by its specific identification number, which is particularly valuable for smaller and lesser-known objects - true "lost treasures.""--BOOK JACKET.

The Formation of Q
The Formation of Q

Author: John S. Kloppenborg

Publisher: A&C Black

Published: 1987-01-01

Total Pages: 420

ISBN-13: 9781563383069

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In this groundbreaking study, John Kloppenborg traces the literary evolution of Q as a document of primitive Christianity by considering it within the context of ancient literary genres. He argues that Q is composed of three compositional layers, or strata, each of which reflects certain stages of development in the Q community. The earliest formative layer reflects the influence of ancient sapiential sayings: the second layer suggests the influence of the prophetic literature of judgment and contains prophetic oracles and many Son-of-Man sayings. The third layer contains a temptation story, moving the document from a chriae collection in the direction of a biography.

The Book of Proverbs, Chapters 1-15
The Book of Proverbs, Chapters 1-15

Author: Bruce K. Waltke

Publisher: Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing

Published: 2004-10-14

Total Pages: 748

ISBN-13: 9780802825452

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Over twenty-five years in the making, this much-anticipated commentary promises to be the standard study of Proverbs for years to come. Written by eminent Old Testament scholar Bruce Waltke, this two-volume commentary is unquestionably the most comprehensive work on Proverbs available. Grounded in the new literary criticism that has so strengthened biblical interpretation of late, Waltke's commentary on Proverbs demonstrates the profound, ongoing relevance of this Old Testament book for Christian faith and life. A thorough introduction addresses such issues as text and versions, structure, authorship, and theology. The detailed commentary itself explains and elucidates Proverbs as "theological literature." Waltke's highly readable style -- evident even in his original translation of the Hebrew text -- makes his scholarly work accessible to teachers, pastors, Bible students, and general readers alike.

Zondervan Handbook of Biblical Archaeology
Zondervan Handbook of Biblical Archaeology

Author: J. Randall Price

Publisher: Zondervan Academic

Published: 2017-11-28

Total Pages: 409

ISBN-13: 0310527643

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Explore significant archaeological discoveries pertaining to every book of the Bible. Laypersons, pastors, students, academics, and anyone looking for a current and comprehensive biblical archaeology resource need look no further. The Zondervan Handbook of Biblical Archaeology provides a wealth of information that supplements the historical context of the Bible, providing a window into the past that will enhance your understanding and enjoyment of biblical text. Immerse yourself in the world of the Bible and the intertestamental period with these special features: Introduction to the field of archaeology Archaeological discoveries in canonical order The latest photos and information from new discoveries Aerial photos of excavation sites Photos of artifacts and historic structures Sidebars and study helps Robust glossary Detailed maps Bibliography The Zondervan Handbook of Biblical Archaeology gives readers the opportunity to visit ancient sites and historical places while remaining in the comfort of their own home.

Wisdom of Ancient Sumer
Wisdom of Ancient Sumer

Author: Bendt Alster

Publisher: Penn State University Press

Published: 2005

Total Pages: 512

ISBN-13:

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Discussion of the nature of Sumerian wisdom literature and complete editions of many Sumerian wisdom texts, including the Instructions of Shuruppak, Instructions of Ur-Ninurta, Counsels of Wisdom, Sumerian fables, Nothing Is of Value, Ballade of Early Rulers, and more. This unusual book describes the Sumerian literature and many of their proverbs featured in speeches of wise men of that time.