{"title":"Zoltán Schwáb","description":"\u003cp\u003eZoltán Schwáb’s works delve into the rich tapestry of language and culture, offering insightful explorations of proverbs and their meanings. His books provide readers with clear, accessible introductions that blend scholarly rigour with engaging study guides, ideal for those interested in linguistics, folklore, and cultural studies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePerfectly suited for both casual learners and dedicated students, Schwáb’s writing enhances understanding of how traditional sayings shape and reflect society. Readers can expect thoughtful analyses that illuminate the enduring significance of proverbs within a broader educational context.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"proverbs-an-introduction-and-study-guide-by-zoltan-schwab-9781350187863","title":"Proverbs: An Introduction and Study Guide","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis study guide introduces students to the Book of Proverbs from the Old Testament. Zoltán Schwáb examines the book's structure and characteristics, covers the latest Biblical scholarship, including historical and interpretive issues, and considers a range of scholarly approaches from historical-critical through feminist to theological.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe guide encourages existential engagement with Proverbs, using diverse tools to achieve this. A brief chapter-by-chapter commentary on Proverbs highlights the major themes of each of its sections. The playful ambiguity and poetry of the proverbs is also discussed. A special emphasis is placed on how different historical, literary, or performance contexts can influence a proverb’s meaning. Finally, the guide presents an overview of the rich heritage of African interpretation of proverbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith suggestions for further reading at the end of each chapter, this guide is an essential accompaniment to the study of the \u003cem\u003eBook of Proverbs\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47597545029868,"sku":"9781350187863","price":18.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781350187863-proverbs-an-introduction-and-study-guide.jpg?v=1777956878"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/zoltan-schwab.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}