The Sceptics of the Old Testament: Job - Koheleth - Agur by Emile Joseph Dillon

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Author Dillon, Emile Joseph, 1855-1933
Title The Sceptics of the Old Testament: Job - Koheleth - Agur
Note Reading ease score: 64.8 (8th & 9th grade). Neither easy nor difficult to read.
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Summary "The Sceptics of the Old Testament: Job - Koheleth - Agur" by Emile Joseph Dillon is a scholarly analysis written in the late 19th century. The work presents a critical interpretation of the significant Biblical figures Job, Koheleth (Ecclesiastes), and Agur, arguing that their writings reflect philosophical skepticism and profound questions about morality, existence, and divine justice. Through a fresh English translation of these texts from the Hebrew, Dillon aims to illuminate their skeptical viewpoints, which challenge traditional religious dogmas. The opening of the book lays the groundwork for Dillon's exploration of the philosophical problems addressed by these Biblical figures, reflecting on the nature of good and evil and questioning the moral order of the universe. Dillon recounts personal discussions with his friend Alexander Paschkoff, sharing reflections that shape his approach. He introduces Job as a character who grapples with suffering and the apparent lack of justice in the world, observes Koheleth's existential musings on the futility of life, and presents Agur's biting critique of contemporary moral and religious thought. Dillon argues that these works resonate with modern concerns regarding the role of fate, free will, and the nature of divinity, thus appealing to contemporary readers interested in the intersection of literature, philosophy, and theology. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Language English
LoC Class BS: Philosophy, Psychology, Religion: Christianity: The Bible, Old and New Testament
Subject Bible. Job -- Criticism, interpretation, etc.
Subject Bible. Ecclesiastes -- Criticism, interpretation, etc.
Subject Bible. Proverbs -- Criticism, interpretation, etc.
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EBook-No. 8193
Release Date
Most Recently Updated Dec 26, 2020
Copyright Status Public domain in the USA.
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