Walk in the Truth (Tobit 1:3) - Origins and History of an Expression

Walk in the Truth (Tobit 1:3) Origins and History of an Expression

Publication type: Journal article
Journal: Revue d’Histoire et de Philosophie Religieuses
2020 – 2, 100e année, n° 2. varia
Author: Marx (Alfred)
Abstract: In the Book of Tobit, Tobit introduces himself as “walking in the paths of truth”. This expression is unique in the whole of ancient Greek literature. The present study aims to discover its origin and to follow its development in the Essene-Qumranic literature.
Pages: 307 to 322
Journal: Journal of Religious History and Philosophy
CLIL theme: 4046 -- RELIGION -- Christianisme -- Théologie
EAN: 9782406106739
ISBN: 978-2-406-10673-9
ISSN: 2269-479X
DOI: 10.15122/isbn.978-2-406-10673-9.p.0105
Publisher: Classiques Garnier
Online publication: 06-15-2020
Periodicity: Quarterly
Language: French
Keyword: Tobit, truth, Essenism, Qumran, marriage, Iranian influence