Moncure Daniel Conway

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There is a vast Solomon mythology: in Palestine, Abyssinia, Arabia, Persia, India, and Europe, the myths and legends concerning the traditional Wisest Man are various, and merit a comparative study they have not received. As the name Solomon seems to be allegorical, it is not possible to discover whether he is mentioned in any contemporary inscription by a real name, and the external and historical data are insufficient to prove certainly that an individual Solomon ever existed.1 But that a great personality now known under that name did exist, about three thousand years ago, will, I believe, be recognised by those who study the ancient literature relating to him. The earliest and most useful documents for such an investigation are: the first collection of Proverbs, x-xxii. 16; the second collection, xxv-xxix. 27; Psalms ii., xlv., lxxii., evidently Solomonic; 2 Samuel xii. 24, 25; and 1 Kings iv. 29-34. As, however, the object of this essay is not to prove the existence of Solomon, but to study the evolution of the human heart and mind under influences of which a peculiar series is historically associated with his name, he will be spoken of as a genuine figure, the reader being left to form his own conclusion as to whether he was such, if that incidental point interests him.

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Moncure Daniel Conway (1832-1907) was an American abolitionist, Unitarian minister, and writer, who played a significant role in the intellectual life of the 19th century. Conway, born in Virginia to a prominent slaveholding family, underwent a remarkable ideological transformation, embracing anti-slavery sentiments and becoming an ardent supporter of the Union cause during the American Civil War. He extensively wrote on various topics including literature, biography, religion, and politics, reflecting his broad intellectual pursuits and commitment to progressive causes. Conway's literary contributions are prolific, with 'Solomon and Solomonic Literature' being a prime example of his scholarly work. In this book, Conway dives into the ancient lore surrounding King Solomon, examining the literary and historical facets of the Solomonic legends. He skillfully dissects the mythical from the historical Solomon, providing insights into the wisdom literature attributed to the Biblical king and its impact on the cultural heritage of Judaism and Christianity. This book, like many of Conway's works, showcases his analytical approach to religious and historical texts, and his contributions to the study of biblical literature and myth. His literary style, characterized by meticulous research and an eloquent prose, has ensured that his works remain relevant to scholars of religion, history, and literature.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: BoD - Books on Demand
• Seitenzahl: 276
• Erscheinungstermin: 27. Mai 2019
• Englisch
• ISBN-13: 9783738636574
• Artikelnr.: 56854438