The Word of God in Transition: From Prophet to Exegete in the Second Temple Period

by William M. Schniedewind

Book Overview

The Chronicler distinguishes between "traditional prophets" and "inspired messengers", and thereby highlights a radical transition in the meaning of the "word of God" which takes place in the post-exilic period. The Chronicler summarizes his perspective in 2 Chron. 36.16, saying that Israel rejected "his prophets", "the messengers of God", and "his word" (i.e. Torah). This distinction is reflected in the forms and functions of prophetic speech...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0567625206
• ISBN13: 9780567625205
• Release Date: November 2009
• Publisher: Sheffield Academic Press
• Length: 275 Pages
• Weight: 0.90 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.6" x 6.1" x 9.2"