Proverbs (OT Daily Study Bible Series) - Softcover

Aitken, Kenneth T.

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0664245862 ISBN 13: 9780664245863

Publisher: Westminster John Knox Press, 1986

Synopsis

Kenneth T. Aitken sheds new light on Proverbs, offering insights into the collection of ancient Israel's popular sayings and wisdom.

"Where there is no vision, the people perish." In this perceptive commentary, familiar sayings from the book of Proverbs, such as this one, are seen in a new light. Kenneth T. Aitken deepens our understanding of the collection of popular sayings and folk wisdom of ancient Israel. "We need not," according to Aitken, "dig very deeply into the book to find that the sage looks at life from a different angle from priest or prophet….The sage concerns himself with people as plain, ordinary individuals who live in the world, and with the wisdom and folly of their attitudes and actions in the common things of life."

The Daily Study Bible series seamlessly continues the legacy of William Barclay’s renowned New Testament series by delving into the texts of the Old Testament, weaving together ancient wisdom and modern insights for a transformative reading experience. Perfectly tailored for individual study, spirited group discussions, or classroom exploration, the Daily Study Bible series offers an indispensable resource for spiritual seekers and scholars alike. Within these volumes, readers will encounter a profound exploration of the Scriptures, uncovering the profound messages they held in the past and discerning their relevance in the present.

About this title

About the Author

Kenneth T. Aitken is Lecturer in Hebrew Bible at the University of Aberdeen in Scotland.

Edition details

• Publisher: Westminster John Knox Press
• Publication date: 1986
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0664245862
• ISBN 13: 9780664245863
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 280