Ecclesiastes or The Preacher

Originally published in 1881, this book presents the complete English version of the book of Ecclesiastes with extensive critical notes.

E. H. Plumptre (Author)

9781107623972, Cambridge University Press

Paperback / softback, published 26 September 2013

270 pages
22.9 x 15.2 x 1.5 cm, 0.4 kg

Originally published in 1881, this book presents the complete English version of the book of Ecclesiastes with extensive critical notes. A long critical introduction is also provided, with information on authorship, historical context and various interpretations of the text. Additionally, an appendix section and index are included. This book will be of value to anyone with an interest in biblical criticism and perspectives on Ecclesiastes.

Introduction: 1. The title
2. Authorship and date
3. An ideal biography
4. Ecclesiastes and Ecclesiasticus
5. Ecclesiastes and the wisdom of Solomon
6. Jewish interpreters of Ecclesiastes
7. Ecclesiastes and its patristic interpreters
8. Analysis of Ecclesiastes
Text and notes
Appendix 1. Koheleth and Shakespeare
Appendix 2. Koheleth and Tennyson
Appendix 3. A Persian Koheleth of the twelfth century
Index.

Subject Areas: Biblical studies & exegesis [HRCG]