The Wisdom of Ben Sira 1916

By W.O.E. Oesterley and William Oscar Emil Oesterley

Book Overview

The Wisdom of Ben Sira 1916 is a book edited by W. O. E. Oesterley. It is a translation of the ancient Hebrew text known as Ecclesiasticus or Sirach, which was written in the early 2nd century BCE. The book contains a collection of wisdom sayings and teachings, covering a wide range of topics such as ethics, morality, and practical advice for daily life. It is considered a valuable source of insight into Jewish thought and culture during the Hellenistic period. The translation by Oesterley is based on the Greek version of the text, which was the most widely used version in the early Christian church. The book includes an introduction by the editor, providing historical and cultural context for the text, as well as notes and commentary on specific passages. Overall, The Wisdom of Ben Sira 1916 is a valuable resource for scholars and anyone interested in ancient Jewish wisdom literature.Translation of Early Documents Series I. Palestinian Jewish Texts Pre-Rabbinic, Ecclesiasticus.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 116273793X
• ISBN13: 9781162737935
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 150 Pages
• Weight: 0.46 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 6.0" x 9.0"