The Wisdom of Solomon post-dates the book of Sirach but like Sirach is set against a Hellenic backdrop, and, like Sirach, is not included in the Protestant Bible.
The book is written in 50 B.C. by a Greek-speaking Jew thought to live in Alexandria, Egypt.
As with the Song of Solomon, the reference to the Hebrew king is to give the author's writings greater credibility. Solomon is not responsible for the book! The idea of immortality is introduced here. Wisdom comes from God and means fidelity to the Laws of Moses.
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