Description
Book SynopsisThe collection of essays contains nineteen contributions that aim at locating the Song of Songs in its ancient context as well as addressing problems of interpretation and the reception of this biblical book in later literature. In contrast to previous studies this work devotes considerable attention to parallels from the Greek world without neglecting the Ancient Near East or Egypt. Several contributions deal with the use of the Song in Byzantine, Medieval, German Romantic and modern Greek Literature. Due to the interdisciplinary nature of the collection new perspectives and avenues of approach are opened.
Trade Review"A collection of wisdom worthy of Solomon himself."Deborah Rooke in: The Journal of Theological Studies 1/2009 "Es liegt ein ausserst anregender Band vor, der die weitere Beschaftigung mit dem Hld inspirieren wird."Ludger Schwienhorst-Schonberger in: Theologische Literaturzeitung 12/2008 "Both by the diversity and the high standard of articles, as well as by the extensive bibliographies that conclude each contribution, this collection of essays is a valuable asset."P. C. Beentjes in: Bijdragen 1/2006
