@article{ART002386913},
author={Youn Hyung},
title={A Study of the Value and Recognition of Work in the Old Testament},
journal={Korean Journal of Old Testament Studies},
issn={1229-0521},
year={2018},
volume={24},
number={3},
pages={266-292},
doi={10.24333/jkots.2018.24.3.266}
TY - JOUR
AU - Youn Hyung
TI - A Study of the Value and Recognition of Work in the Old Testament
JO - Korean Journal of Old Testament Studies
PY - 2018
VL - 24
IS - 3
PB - Korean Society of Old Testament Studies
SP - 266
EP - 292
SN - 1229-0521
AB - The purpose of this article is to understand, how work is appreciated in the Old Testament. The method of study focuses on the textual interpretation of Hebrew words, and the canonical approach is appropriated for understanding the context. The concept and value of work is a cognitive one, not a technical (economic) problem. The value of work differs according to the perspective, through which work is seen. Unfortunately, work is perceived negatively in today’s world; however, upon study, the Old Testament understanding of work is significantly different. When we consider the ancient writings in general, we find a counter factor to our misapprehensions. It is an administrative principle within God’s world. This study examines three books in Hebrew Scriptures: the Pentateuch, the Prophets and the Writings. First, the Pentateuch presents direction for the workers, the work environment, and the Sabbath. In this study, we found, that workers reflect the image of God, which is closely correlated with the workplace (earth), and the Sabbath is a key to appreciating the value of work. The book of Prophets presents the concept of ‘justice,’ another critical factor in valuing work. Finally, in the Writings, fear of the Lord plays a vital role in the work ethic. In conclusion, we found a renewed vision: Fear of the Lord is to be needed, rightly for recognizing the value of work.
KW - Work;Sabbath;Wisdom;Justice;Creation
DO - 10.24333/jkots.2018.24.3.266
ER -
Youn Hyung. (2018). A Study of the Value and Recognition of Work in the Old Testament. Korean Journal of Old Testament Studies, 24(3), 266-292.
Youn Hyung. 2018, "A Study of the Value and Recognition of Work in the Old Testament", Korean Journal of Old Testament Studies, vol.24, no.3 pp.266-292. Available from: doi:10.24333/jkots.2018.24.3.266
Youn Hyung "A Study of the Value and Recognition of Work in the Old Testament" Korean Journal of Old Testament Studies 24.3 pp.266-292 (2018) : 266.
Youn Hyung. A Study of the Value and Recognition of Work in the Old Testament. 2018; 24(3), 266-292. Available from: doi:10.24333/jkots.2018.24.3.266
Youn Hyung. "A Study of the Value and Recognition of Work in the Old Testament" Korean Journal of Old Testament Studies 24, no.3 (2018) : 266-292.doi: 10.24333/jkots.2018.24.3.266
Youn Hyung. A Study of the Value and Recognition of Work in the Old Testament. Korean Journal of Old Testament Studies, 24(3), 266-292. doi: 10.24333/jkots.2018.24.3.266
Youn Hyung. A Study of the Value and Recognition of Work in the Old Testament. Korean Journal of Old Testament Studies. 2018; 24(3) 266-292. doi: 10.24333/jkots.2018.24.3.266
Youn Hyung. A Study of the Value and Recognition of Work in the Old Testament. 2018; 24(3), 266-292. Available from: doi:10.24333/jkots.2018.24.3.266
Youn Hyung. "A Study of the Value and Recognition of Work in the Old Testament" Korean Journal of Old Testament Studies 24, no.3 (2018) : 266-292.doi: 10.24333/jkots.2018.24.3.266