The Prophets of Israel and Their Place in History to the Close of the Eighth Century BC

The Prophets of Israel and Their Place in History to the Close of the Eighth Century BC is a comprehensive study of the prophets of Israel and their role in shaping the history of the ancient Near East. Written by W. Robertson Smith, a renowned biblical scholar and historian, the book explores the lives and teachings of the major prophets of Israel, including Isaiah, Jeremiah, and Amos, and examines their impact on the political and social landscape of their time.Smith begins by providing a detailed overview of the historical context in which the prophets lived, including the political and religious climate of ancient Israel. He then delves into the lives and teachings of the prophets themselves, analyzing their messages and the ways in which they sought to influence the people of Israel.Throughout the book, Smith draws on a wide range of sources, including biblical texts, historical records, and archaeological evidence, to provide a rich and nuanced portrait of the prophets of Israel and their place in history. He also explores the ways in which their teachings have continued to shape religious and political discourse in the centuries since their time.The Prophets of Israel and Their Place in History to the Close of the Eighth Century BC is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of ancient Israel, the development of prophetic traditions, and the role of religion in shaping human history.1895. A collection of eight lectures by Smith, the widely admired theologian. Contents: Israel and Jehovah; Jehovah and the Gods of the Nations; Amos and the House of Jehu; Hosea and the Fall of Ephraim; The Kingdom of Judah and the Beginnings of Isaiah's Work; The Earlier Prophecies of Isaiah; Isaiah and Micah in the Reign of Hezekiah; and The Deliverance from Assyria.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.