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Wisdom's Wonder offers a fresh reading of the Hebrew Bible's wisdom literature with a unique emphasis on 'wonder' as the framework for understanding biblical wisdom. William Brown argues that wonder effectively integrates biblical wisdom's emphasis on character formation and its outlook on creation, breaking an impasse that has plagued recent wisdom studies.Drawing on various disciplines, from philosophy to neuroscience, Brown discovers new distinctions and connections in Proverbs, Job, and Ecclesiastes. Each book is studied in terms of its view of moral character and creation, as well as in terms of the social or intellectual crisis each book identifies. Most general treatments of the wisdom literature spend too much time on issues of genre, poetry, and social context at the neglect of discussing the intellectual and emotional power of the wisdom corpus. Brown argues that the real power of the wisdom corpus lies in its capacity to evoke the reader's sense of wonder.An extensive revision and expansion of Brown's Character in Crisis (Eerdmans, 1996), this book demonstrates that the wisdom books are much more than simply advice literature: with wonder as the foundation for understanding, Brown maintains that wisdom is a process with transformation of the self as the goal.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Wisdom's Wonder'? A: 'Wisdom's Wonder' explores the theme of 'wonder' as a critical framework for understanding the wisdom literature of the Hebrew Bible, emphasizing its role in character formation and the perspective on creation.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Wisdom's Wonder' is William P. Brown, a scholar known for his work in biblical studies.
- Q: How many pages does 'Wisdom's Wonder' have? A: 'Wisdom's Wonder' contains 236 pages, providing a comprehensive examination of biblical wisdom literature.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Wisdom's Wonder'? A: 'Wisdom's Wonder' was published on March 11, 2014.
- Q: Is 'Wisdom's Wonder' suitable for academic study? A: Yes, 'Wisdom's Wonder' offers a fresh academic perspective on wisdom literature, making it suitable for both scholarly study and personal enrichment.
- Q: What type of binding does 'Wisdom's Wonder' have? A: 'Wisdom's Wonder' is available in paperback binding, making it accessible and easy to handle.
- Q: What condition is 'Wisdom's Wonder' in? A: 'Wisdom's Wonder' is listed as a new book, ensuring that it is in excellent condition for readers.
- Q: Does 'Wisdom's Wonder' include a discussion on specific biblical books? A: Yes, the book discusses specific biblical texts, including Proverbs, Job, and Ecclesiastes, analyzing their views on moral character and creation.
- Q: What sets 'Wisdom's Wonder' apart from other treatments of wisdom literature? A: 'Wisdom's Wonder' distinguishes itself by focusing on the emotional and intellectual power of the wisdom corpus, rather than solely on genre and social context.
- Q: Is there a previous edition of 'Wisdom's Wonder'? A: Yes, 'Wisdom's Wonder' is an extensive revision and expansion of William Brown's earlier work titled 'Character in Crisis', published in 1996.