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Joseph Blenkinsopp
This classic in Old Testament scholarship reflects the most up-to-date research on the prophetic books and offers substantial discussion of important new insight on Isaiah and the other prophets.
Joan E. Cook
Cook guides readers through the prophetic books according to the current methodologies for biblical study. She encourages readers to apply the messages of the prophets to contemporary religious and social concerns. Cook focuses on how to read the Old Testament books of the prophets and addresses the pastoral implications. The study proceeds chronologically and biblical quotations and references are based on the New Revised Standard Version of the Bible.
Ellen F. Davis
Davis offers a comprehensive interpretation of the prophetic role and word in the Christian scriptures. She carefully outlines five essential features of the prophetic role and then systematically examines seven representations of prophets and prophecies. Thoroughly theological, Davis's volume provides both instruction and insight for understanding prophecy in Christian tradition and discipleship. This volume concludes with a rich discussion of practical matters, including the relationship between Christian discipleship and prophetic interpretation and the role of biblical prophecy in interfaith contexts.
Abraham J. Heschel
The classic work on the Old Testament prophets by a major twentieth-century scholar. The Prophets provides a unique opportunity for readers of the Old Testament, both Christian and Jewish, to gain fresh and deep knowledge of Israel's prophetic movement. The author's profound understanding of the prophets also opens the door to new insight into the philosophy of religion.
Victor H. Matthews
This book explores commonly asked questions to assist laypeople, ministers, and students with the world and words of the prophets of ancient Israel. There are several entries for the major prophets that lead readers through the prophet's message, methods of delivery, and historical setting. And for the smaller prophetic books there are brief summaries of their basic themes. Rounding out the collection are questions on different types of prophecy, including ecstatic and apocalyptic. Helpful charts scattered throughout the text provide quick overviews of themes or point to comparisons between the prophets.
John W. Miller
A carefully organized, step-by-step introduction to the books of the biblical prophets, the men behind them, their message, and their relevance for today.
Marvin A. Sweeney