Message of the Prophets

The Message of the Prophets (OT4)

The prophetic books of the Old Testament are certainly among the most fascinating works of literature ever written.  Through them, God spoke to His ancient people Israel and continues to speak to us today.  Our class will examine both major and minor prophets – their context, content and meaning for today.

Wednesdays, 1-3 PM, July 3-August 21, 2013 (8 sessions)

Required Texts:  Encountering the Old Testament: A Christian Survey, by Bill T. Arnold & Bryan E. Beyer – $400 pesos.

Study notes for final exam.

Introduction – The Place of the Prophets (history, literature, message) – July 3

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Major Prophets and Isaiah – July 10

Read chapters 24-26; pp. 339-382. Isaiah.
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Jeremiah and Lamentations – July 17

Read chapters Chs. 27-28; pp. 383-406. Jeremiah and Lamentations.
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Ezekiel and Daniel – July 24

Read chapters Chs. 29-31; pp. 407-438. Ezekiel and Daniel.
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Book of the Twelve (Minor Prophets) – Hosea, Joel, Amos – July 31

Read chapters Ch. 32; pp. 439-450. Hosea, Joel and Amos.
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Obadiah, Jonah, Micah, Nahum, Habakkuk and Zephaniah – August 7

Read chapters Ch. 33; pp. 451-462. Obadiah through Zephaniah.
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Haggai, Zechariah, Malachi (Post-exilic) – August 14

Read chapters Ch. 34; pp. 463-473. Haggai, Zechariah and Malachi.
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Conclusion: The Message of the Prophets; Final Exam – August 21

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