
Biblical Wisdom Literature
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Father Joseph Koterski S.J.
In 36 thought-provoking lectures, you'll explore enlightening teachings that have inspired the world and that continue to speak to life's most important questions. Throughout, you'll benefit from Father Koterski's ecumenical perspective, as he presents these teachings within the Jewish and Christian traditions and compares the varying versions of these texts. What do these writings have to say about the great philosophical problems people seek to understand? You'll find out as you contend with the literal and figurative meanings behind some of the Bible's most essential books and parts (as well as some that many of us overlook). Among them: the book of Job, which contends with some of the most enduring philosophical and theological questions; the book of Proverbs, with its moral exhortation to live according to God's covenant; the book of Sirach, which contains advice on friendship and fidelity to God's law; the Song of Songs, a sublime piece of biblical poetry; and the Wisdom of Solomon, with its stirring contemplation of wisdom in civic and private life.
Each of these and the other books in these lectures is placed in its historical and cultural context, but is also examines in the context of today's world. Father Koterski takes care to describe how these ancient teachings can be applied to everyday dilemmas we all face. The result is an enriching journey that is as rewarding for members of the Jewish and Christian faiths as it is to those
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A breadth of knowledge (and wisdom)
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Biblical Wisdom Literature
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This is a niche course and I would suggest it fits well for those who have already completed a review of the Hebrew Bible/OT and are looking to dive more into the philosophy at play in, "those books at the end." Some really unique perspectives make this totally worth the investment.
Punctuated by psalm interludes (and some of that wonderful Ignatian spirituality!), this was just really easy to focus on, understand and complete. I feel Jesuits have such an absolute gift of clear and succinct theological instruction and this is no exception. I ended up absolutely loving this course. It's one to go back to and ponder again after you spend some time re-reading after considering the insights. Fabulous written material. Thank you, Fr. Koterski. God bless, sir.
Wonderful transition course between OT and NT
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I would certainly consider purchasing more of his audiobooks in the future.
Easy Listen
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Really great course
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What did you love best about Biblical Wisdom Literature?
The lecturer's intimate knowledge of the subject matter combined with a life of devotionally interacting with these texts.Any additional comments?
The Great Courses Series often employs biblical scholars who are erudite and professional, but uncommonly do they employ one whose expertise is colored by a life of meeting God in and through the analyzed texts. Critical but also devotional, this treatment on the biblical wisdom literature has just the right synchrony of features to impart a holistic treatment to the audience.Excellent Work!
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Many different great courses. This course was helpful in explanation of the background of texts both historically and theologically. He approaches theodicy in the biblical wisdom tradition very artfully and really tied the diverse biblical cannon nicely together. I’d recommend this to others looking for an academic introduction to biblical wisdom literature and philosophy.
Surprised by wisdom!
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New insights
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