The Lost World of the Prophets: Old Testament Prophecy and Apocalyptic Literature in Ancient Context

by John H. Walton

Book Overview

Being responsive to God is at the heart of prophecy. But readers of ancient prophecies and apocalyptic literature--including those in the Old Testament--can come away thoroughly perplexed. Are the prophets speaking about their own times, about our present, or about some still-unrealized future?

It's common to study prophecy with a focus on the sole question of prediction and fulfillment, either for the sake of apologetics or for understanding...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1514004895
• ISBN13: 9781514004890
• Release Date: February 2024
• Publisher: IVP Academic
• Length: 192 Pages
• Weight: 0.45 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 5.6" x 7.9"