Prelude to the Praise of the Ancestors, Sirach 44:1-15

Past commentators have interpreted verses 3—6 of Sirach 44 as cataloging different kinds of heroes praised in the next chapters. They, in turn, understand the poet to be praising both the ability of the ancestors in their respective professions as well as their piety. However, scrutiny of this poem&...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Reymond, Eric D. (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: 2002
In: Hebrew Union College annual
Year: 2001, Volume: 72, Pages: 1-14
Online Access: Volltext (lizenzpflichtig)
Parallel Edition:Non-electronic