Creation made into ḥokhmah: The eco-theological appraisal of the intrinsic worth of nature in Proverbs 3:19-20

This article explores the statement "creation made in wisdom" of Proverbs 3:19-20 as pointing to the Earth Bible's principle of intrinsic worth/value of nature. This article argues that our contemporary societies need to adjust their development in harmony with the cosmic order as sec...

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Pubblicato in:Stellenbosch theological journal
Autore principale: Kavusa, Jonathan (Autore)
Tipo di documento: Elettronico Articolo
Lingua:Inglese
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Pubblicazione: Stellenbosch University [2018]
In: Stellenbosch theological journal
Anno: 2018, Volume: 4, Fascicolo: 2, Pagine: 579-594
Notazioni IxTheo:HB Antico Testamento
NCG Etica ecologica; etica del creato
Altre parole chiave:B Bibel. Sprichwörter 3,19-20
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Riepilogo:This article explores the statement "creation made in wisdom" of Proverbs 3:19-20 as pointing to the Earth Bible's principle of intrinsic worth/value of nature. This article argues that our contemporary societies need to adjust their development in harmony with the cosmic order as secured by God at creation through wisdom. Wisdom in creation constitutes the supreme ideal for living wisely, and for constructing a healthy society that is in harmony with creation.
ISSN:2413-9467
Comprende:Enthalten in: Stellenbosch theological journal
Persistent identifiers:DOI: 10.17570/stj.2018.v4n2.a26