Isbn: 9781025927817 - the prophet and his problems (5 risultati)

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Buch. Condizione: Neu. Neuware - 'The Prophet and His Problems' offers a profound and scholarly exploration into the lives, missions, and complexities of the Old Testament prophets. Written by the esteemed biblical scholar J. M. Powis Smith, this work delves into the fundamental nature of prophecy, examining it not merely as a foretelling of the future, but as a dynamic and often controversial social and religious force. Smith meticulously analyzes the psychological experiences of the prophets, their distinct callings, and the ethical challenges they navigated within their specific historical contexts.The book addresses key themes such as the distinction between true and false prophets, the evolution of Hebrew religion, and the prophet's role as a reformer and critic of the state. By bridging the gap between rigorous academic criticism and accessible theological reflection, Smith provides readers with a clearer understanding of the prophets' enduring impact on Western religious thought. 'The Prophet and His Problems' remains an essential resource for students of biblical studies, theology, and ancient history, offering timeless insights into the spiritual struggles and intellectual contributions of these pivotal figures.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. …

Hardcover. Condizione: new. Hardcover. "The Prophet and His Problems" offers a profound and scholarly exploration into the lives, missions, and complexities of the Old Testament prophets. Written by the esteemed biblical scholar J. M. Powis Smith, this work delves into the fundamental nature of prophecy, examining it not merely as a foretelling of the future, but as a dynamic and often controversial social and religious force. Smith meticulously analyzes the psychological experiences of the prophets, their distinct callings, and the ethical challenges they navigated within their specific historical contexts.The book addresses key themes such as the distinction between true and false prophets, the evolution of Hebrew religion, and the prophet's role as a reformer and critic of the state. By bridging the gap between rigorous academic criticism and accessible theological reflection, Smith provides readers with a clearer understanding of the prophets' enduring impact on Western religious thought. "The Prophet and His Problems" remains an essential resource for students of biblical studies, theology, and ancient history, offering timeless insights into the spiritual struggles and intellectual contributions of these pivotal figures.This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you may see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability.…