The Wisdom of Solomon
Synopsis
Traditionally believed to be written by King Solomon himself, though later attributed to his friends and followers, the author of the Greek text is well versed in the popular philosophical, religious, and ethical writings adopted by Hellenistic Alexandria. In his introduction, Piers Paul Read contemplates this story that impressed him greatly as a child, one in which wisdom pleases God so greatly he gives Solomon everything else besidesBook details
- Series:
- The Pocket Canons (Book 18)
- Author:
- Piers Paul Read
- ISBN:
- 9780857861061
- Related ISBNs:
- 9780862419806
- Publisher:
- Canongate Books
- Pages:
- N/A
- Reading age:
- Not specified
- Includes images:
- No
- Date of addition:
- 2024-05-08
- Usage restrictions:
- Copyright
- Copyright date:
- 1999
- Copyright by:
- Piers Paul Read, 1
- Adult content:
- No
- Language:
- English
- Categories:
- Nonfiction, Reference, Religion and Spirituality