Publisher's Synopsis
The Heresy of Job, written by Francis Burdett Thomas Coutts in 1907, is a theological work that explores the meaning and interpretation of the biblical book of Job. Coutts argues that the traditional understanding of Job as a story of faith and perseverance in the face of suffering is flawed, and that the book actually contains a heretical message that challenges traditional religious beliefs.Coutts contends that Job's questioning of God and his refusal to accept easy answers to his suffering represent a rejection of the idea of a just and benevolent God. Instead, he argues that Job's story is a critique of religious orthodoxy, and that it points towards a more nuanced and complex understanding of the nature of God and human suffering.Throughout the book, Coutts draws on a wide range of sources, including biblical scholarship, philosophy, and literature, to support his arguments. He also provides a detailed analysis of the text of Job, exploring its historical context and literary style.Overall, The Heresy of Job is a thought-provoking and challenging work that will be of interest to anyone interested in the history of religious thought and the interpretation of biblical texts.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
