The Great Literary Works of Solomon

Mary A. Wilson

BIB 113 – Old Testament History

Grand Canyon University

Dr. Calvin Habig, Instructor

August 16, 2009

The Great Literary Works of Solomon

The purpose of the Book of Psalms is to provide the expression of praise, worship and confession to God. The purpose of the Book of Proverbs is to teach people how to attain wisdom, discipline, and a prudent life, and how to do what is right, just, and fair. In short, to apply divine wisdom to daily life and to provide moral instruction. In the following paragraphs, we will compare the two Books. (Life Application Study Bible, New International Version, Tyndale)

In the book, An Historical Survey of the Old Testament by
Compare the two works, noting difference and similarities in style and content. |
|b) Write a 750-1000 word paper comparing the Books of Psalms and Proverbs, and describing the main features of each. Review Merrill’s |
|discussion of the Books, and Hebrew poetry in general, and use at least two other scholarly sources from the GCU eLibrary. |
|c) Use APA style, including an introduction, conclusion, and title page. Cite in-text and on a References page as well. An abstract |
|and table of contents are not necessary. |
|d) Submit the assignment to the instructor by the end of Week Six. |
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