Themes and Transformations in Old Testament Prophecy goes beyond standard introductions to the prophets. Yet it does so in a way that will inform and intrigue beginning students and anyone curious about the prophets of Israel. Sam Meier explores some recurring themes and features—such as angels, writing, miracles, the future, and king-making—and their transformation over time.
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“If God really does know the outcome, however, his approach to the prophet is disingenuous, unwilling for whatever reason to give the future away and so spoil the appearance of human freedom. At the least, God is reluctant to tell his prophet what the final effect will be. But such an understanding does justice neither to God nor to the intent of the passage.” (Page 30)
“It is with those prophetic works associated with the exile and moving into the postexilic period where a dramatic increase is observable in the usage of such phrases, so much so that they become a major feature of prophetic speech only among the later prophets.” (Page 70)
“ human being apart from the prophet is ever described in the Bible as being allowed to attend God’s council meeting.” (Page 21)
“scrutinize certain features of the prophets that run throughout the prophetic books like leitmotifs” (Page 12)
“The word ‘perhaps’ appears prominently among the early prophets:” (Page 29)
Excellent, readable study. Recommended.
—Paul L. Redditt, Choice
Meier has provided a valuable contribution to the study of the prophets.
—Charles H. Savelle, Criswell Theological Review
Meier’s book betrays careful analysis and bravely tackles a difficult subject while offering much food for thought concerning the essential features of prophecy.
—David D. Pettus, Journal of the Evangelical Theological Society