Session 6: Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, Song of Solomon

Flashcards covering key vocabulary from the lecture notes on Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and the Song of Solomon.

Wisdom Literature

Commonly called wisdom literature, emphasizes human reason, originates from God, applies to all of life

Lyrical Literature

Also known as the Song of Songs, remind us of the importance of love relationships-with God and others-for human existence.

Book of Job

Explores the case of one who is exceptionally righteous but suffers greatly.

Retribution Theology

A simplistic view of the law: good behavior is always rewarded, and bad is always punished.

Psalms

Collection of 150 poems put to music that addresses a wide variety of human situations in which one can worship God.

Laments

Poems penned for when things did not go well; openly vented emotions experienced in times of great sorrow, loss, or disappointment.

Proverbs

A collection of collections, all on the subject of wisdom.

Ecclesiastes

An advanced and reflective wisdom text intended for those mature and experienced enough to deal with dark and difficult questions; states that God gives meaning to life.

Song of Solomon

Celebrates God's gift of romantic love and sexual love within the context of a marital relationship.