Prophets
“Prophets” by Abraham J. Heschel is a comprehensive study of the Hebrew prophets, presented in a new hardcover edition by HarperCollins Publishers, set to be released on November 29, 2023. This 704-page work delves into the Old Testament and Israel’s ancient prophetic movement, offering readers a fresh perspective on these significant figures and their messages.
In this edition, readers will find detailed examinations of key prophets such as Amos, Hosea, Isaiah, Micah, and Jeremiah. Heschel’s insights into the philosophy of religion provide a rich context for understanding the historical and literary significance of these biblical figures. This book serves as a valuable resource for those interested in history, religious studies, and literary criticism, making it accessible to individuals of all faiths seeking to deepen their knowledge of ancient texts.
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“A brilliant study of the Hebrew prophets, one of the most penetrating works . . . [of] our time.”– Will Herberg
From the legendary twentieth-century Jewish Theologian and author of Man is Not Alone and God in Search of Man, comes a beautiful new hardcover edition of Abraham Heschel’s masterwork of Biblical scholarship, The Prophets.
When it was first published in 1962, The Prophets was hailed as a masterpiece. Since then, Heschel’s classic work has stood the test of time. The Prophets provides a unique opportunity for readers of all faiths to gain a fresh perspective and deep knowledge of the Old Testament and Israel’s ancient prophetic movement. Heschel’s profound understanding of the prophets and detailed examinations of them, including Amos, Hosea, Isahiah, Micah, and Jeremiah, offers crucial insights into the philosophy of religion that continue to hold relevance for modern scholars and laymen alike.
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