Martin Sicker
Kohelet: A New Translation and Commentary
- ISBN 13:
- 9780595394883
- author:
- Martin Sicker
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- iUniverse
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2006
- Pages:
- 176
- Genre:
- Popular Philosophy
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Kohelet: A New Translation and Commentary by Martin Sicker offers a fresh perspective on this enigmatic biblical work. Traditionally, commentators have approached Kohelet as a series of non-literal homilies, but modern scholars have often reconstructed the text to suit their own interpretations. In this new translation and commentary, Martin Sicker presents a unique thesis: that the author of Kohelet was Hyrcanus the Tobiad, who lived in ancient Palestine during the transfer of power from the Ptolemaic to Seleucid empires. This perspective reflects an amalgam of Jewish and Hellenistic thought, providing insight into the complexities of life and mortality. By adopting this widely neglected thesis, Sicker provides a nuanced understanding of Kohelet's meaning and significance. With its unique approach and thoughtful commentary, this book is an excellent choice for anyone interested in exploring the intricacies of this ancient biblical text.
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