Publisher's Synopsis
Prophets of Judah on the Background of History: Isaiah to Jonah is a book written by Ursula Wells that explores the lives and teachings of the prophets of Judah during the period of the eighth to the fifth centuries BCE. The book provides an in-depth analysis of the historical background against which the prophets lived and prophesied, and how their messages were shaped by the political and social events of their time. The book begins with an overview of the political and religious climate of Judah during the eighth century BCE, focusing on the reigns of King Uzziah, Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah. It then delves into the lives and teachings of the prophets Isaiah, Micah, and Hosea, examining their prophetic messages and the ways in which they responded to the political and social challenges of their time. The book then moves on to the reigns of Manasseh and Josiah, during which the prophets Zephaniah, Nahum, Habakkuk, and Jeremiah emerged. The author analyzes the prophetic messages of these prophets and how they responded to the religious and political crises of their time, including the Babylonian exile. Finally, the book concludes with a study of the prophet Jonah, exploring the unique nature of his prophetic message and the lessons that can be learned from his story. Throughout the book, the author provides detailed historical context and biblical analysis, making it a valuable resource for scholars, theologians, and anyone interested in the history and teachings of the prophets of Judah.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
