Jesus And The Prophets: An Historical, Exegetical, And Interpretative Discussion Of The Use Of Old Testament Prophecy By Jesus And Of His Atti

By Charles S. Macfarland

Book Overview

""Jesus and the Prophets"" is a historical and exegetical exploration of the use of Old Testament prophecy by Jesus and his attitude towards it. Written by Charles Stedman Macfarland and originally published in 1905, this book delves into the relationship between Jesus and the prophets of the Hebrew Bible, examining how Jesus interpreted and fulfilled their prophecies. Macfarland analyzes various passages from the Gospels and compares them to their corresponding prophecies in the Old Testament, providing a comprehensive understanding of how Jesus viewed himself as the fulfillment of these prophecies. Additionally, the book explores the broader theological implications of Jesus' relationship with the prophets, shedding light on the nature of the Messiah and the role of prophecy in Christian theology. Overall, ""Jesus and the Prophets"" is a scholarly and insightful work that offers a deeper understanding of the biblical texts and their significance in the Christian faith.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.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1437098045
• ISBN13: 9781437098044
• Release Date: October 2008
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 272 Pages
• Weight: 0.84 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.1" x 9.0"