Excerpt from The Books of Joel and Amos: With Introduction and Notes
OF Joel nothing is known beyond what may be inferred, with greater or less probability, from the internal evidence supplied by the prophecy which bears his name. He is called in the title son of Pethuel, - or, as the LXX., Syr., and versions depen dent upon them read, Betnuel; but this is all that we are expressly told about him: there is not even any statement, such as we possess in the case of Hosea and Amos, for instance, respecting the period at which he lived. Joel's prophecy is concerned wholly with Judah; and that his home was in this country may be inferred with confidence from the terms in which he speaks repeatedly of Zion (ii. I, 15, iii. The clzila'ren of Zion (ii. 7uda/z ana' yerusalem (ii. 32, iii. I, I7, 18, the clzila'ren of 7udali (iii. 6, 8, I9), tne c/zildren of 7erusale7n (iii. And from the familiarity which he displays with the Temple and the ministrations of the priests (i. 9, I3, 14, 16, ii. 14, 17, iii. 18 b).
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Paperback. Zustand: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the writings of two prophets, Joel and Amos, offering a rich exploration of their messages and the historical context in which they emerged. Through a detailed examination of the texts, the author sheds light on the social, political, and religious dynamics of ancient Israel. The book explores the powerful theme of the Day of the Lord, a pivotal moment of divine judgment and transformation that resonates throughout the Hebrew Bible. The author meticulously analyzes the prophecies of Joel and Amos, considering the significance of their pronouncements on the societal ills of their time, including oppression, idolatry, and injustice. The book's insights reveal the enduring relevance of the prophets' messages, highlighting the timeless struggle for justice and righteousness that continues to shape human societies. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers 9781333428105_0
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