Language:
English
Year of publication:
2020
Titel der Quelle:
The Tree of Life
Angaben zur Quelle:
(2020) 236-248
Keywords:
Philo, Criticism and interpretation
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Tree of life in post-biblical literature
Abstract:
Philo’s interpretation of the tree of life is consistent with his idea of a successful life as a life in virtue and love of God. If a successful life is a virtuous and pious life, the biblical tree of life must, above all, be read as referring to virtue, goodness and piety. Philo was dissatisfied with a literal interpretation. He used older interpretations but also developed new ones over time. Overall, the motif of the tree of life is not central to his thought. Philo mainly uses the axiomatic identification of life and virtue in Greek philosophy.
DOI:
10.1163/9789004423756_012
URL:
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