Oracle of Tyre, The
Book Description
The Oracle of Tyre presents a meticulous scholarly exploration of one of the Bible's most intriguing prophetic passages. Arie van der Kooij guides readers through an in-depth examination of Isaiah 23, focusing particularly on its ancient Greek translation known as the Septuagint.
This comprehensive study offers spiritual seekers and biblical scholars a unique window into how sacred texts evolved across cultures and languages. Van der Kooij employs a systematic analytical approach, first examining the original Hebrew Masoretic text before delving into the Greek version from multiple perspectives. Readers will discover how the same prophetic oracle can reveal different layers of meaning when viewed through various textual lenses.
The work extends beyond mere translation comparison, treating the Septuagint version as a meaningful text in its own right while exploring its visionary genre and underlying Hebrew sources. Ancient manuscript discoveries from Qumran provide additional context, enriching our understanding of how these sacred words were preserved and transmitted.
The final section traces the oracle's influence through early Christian commentaries, demonstrating how spiritual leaders throughout history have interpreted and applied these prophetic insights. For those drawn to understanding how divine revelation has been communicated across millennia, this scholarly yet accessible work illuminates the complex journey of sacred text from ancient prophecy to contemporary spiritual reflection.
Who Is This For?
📖 Reading Level: Medium (200-400 pages) (~6 hours)
📄 Length: 214 pages
What You'll Discover
- ✓ Explore Bibel
- ✓ Explore Septuaginta
- ✓ Explore Jesaja <Buch> 23
- ✓ Explore Textual Criticism
- ✓ Explore Versions
- ✓ Explore Septuagint
- ✓ Study Bible from spiritual perspective
- ✓ Explore Criticism, Textual
