Author : Benjamin D. Sommer
Publisher : Stanford University Press
Page : 372 pages
File Size : 22,54 MB
Release : 1998
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0804732167
By examining literary allusion in Isaiah 40-66, the author illuminates the changes that led to the demise of biblical prophecy and the rise of hermeneutically based religions in the post-biblical era.
Author : Eric J. Tully
Publisher : Baker Academic
Page : 521 pages
File Size : 10,12 MB
Release : 2022-03-29
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1493435108
This survey textbook is grounded in the view that the prophetic books of the Old Testament should be read as Christian Scripture. Although it covers critical issues such as authorship, background, and history, its primary focus is on the message and theology of the prophetic books and the contribution they make to the Christian canon. Particular attention is given to literary issues, such as the structure of each prophetic book. Full-color illustrations, diagrams, and artwork bring the text to life. Additional resources for instructors and students are available through Textbook eSources.
Author : John W. Miller
Publisher : Paulist Press
Page : 264 pages
File Size : 50,79 MB
Release : 1987
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9780809128990
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. +
Author : Peter J. Gentry
Publisher : Crossway
Page : 97 pages
File Size : 40,26 MB
Release : 2017-06-20
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1433554062
A Concise Guide to Reading the Prophetic Books The Prophetic Books of the Bible are full of symbolic speeches, dramatic metaphors, and lengthy allegories—a unique blend of literary styles that can make them hard to comprehend. How can we know if we are reading them the way God intended them to be read? In this accessible guide, leading Old Testament scholar Peter Gentry identifies seven common characteristics of prophetic literature in the Bible that help us understand each book's message. With illustrations and clear examples, Gentry offers guidance for reading these challenging texts—teaching us practical strategies for deeper engagement with the biblical text as we seek to apply God's Word to our lives today.
Author : Kelly M. Kapic
Publisher : InterVarsity Press
Page : 127 pages
File Size : 49,12 MB
Release : 2012-07-05
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0830866701
In this quick and vibrant little book, Kelly Kapic presents the nature, method and manners of theological study for newcomers to the field. He emphasizes that theology is more than a school of thought about God, but an endeavor that affects who we are. "Theology is about life," writes Kapic. "It is not a conversation our souls can afford to avoid."
Author : Mark W. Elliott
Publisher : InterVarsity Press
Page : 382 pages
File Size : 10,73 MB
Release : 2007-08-03
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0830814817
As interpreted by the ancient church fathers, Isaiah 40-66 leads readers to a deeper understanding of God's judgment and salvation. The excerpts included in this ACCS volume offer us a rich array of differing styles, principles, and theological emphases, from Theodoret of Cyr to Eusebius and Procopius, to Cyril of Alexandria, Jerome and Augustine.
Author : Various Authors,
Publisher : Zondervan
Page : 6793 pages
File Size : 50,59 MB
Release : 2008-09-02
Category : Bibles
ISBN : 0310294142
The NIV is the world's best-selling modern translation, with over 150 million copies in print since its first full publication in 1978. This highly accurate and smooth-reading version of the Bible in modern English has the largest library of printed and electronic support material of any modern translation.
Author : Raechel Myers
Publisher : B&H Publishing Group
Page : 186 pages
File Size : 44,31 MB
Release : 2016-10-04
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1433688980
Born out of the experiences of hundreds of thousands of women who Raechel and Amanda have walked alongside as they walk with the Lord, She Reads Truth is the message that will help you understand the place of God's Word in your life.
Author : Michael Williams
Publisher : David C Cook
Page : 257 pages
File Size : 37,68 MB
Release : 2017-08-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 1434711897
From an expert on Bible translation and interpretation comes a revealing look at the Minor Prophets. Michael Williams, PhD, takes readers on a journey from Hosea to Malachi, uncovering significant messages about Jesus and the gospel. Making these often overlooked books accessible, Williams gives insight into each of the minor prophets, exploring Little-known facts about the prophet The gospel according to the prophet Why the prophet should matter to readers Though the Minor Prophets of the Old Testament may seem obscure, readers will discover the significance that lies within these short books and how the relevance of these books will help grow their faith. Questions prompt readers to reflect on what each prophet’s message means for their own faith.
Author : Karl Möller
Publisher : A&C Black
Page : 369 pages
File Size : 14,20 MB
Release : 2003-01-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 0826465684
An investigation of the literary structure and rhetorical challenge that prompted the book's production. Moller argues that the book of Amos captures and presents the debate between Amos and his eighth-century audience. When read in the light of Israel's fall, the presentation of Amos struggling (and failing) to convince his contemporaries of the imminent divine punishment functions as a powerful warning to subsequent Judaean readers.
