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History in the Bible

1.52 Isaiah and Micah, Prophets of the Assyrian Crisis

Mar 12, 2017
Isaiah, a crowd-pleasing prophet, introduces new theological ideas. Micah serves as his counterpoint. Topics include ambiguity of Isaiah, interpretations of prophecies, different translations, Micah's critique of rulers, and God's forgiveness.
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  • Isaiah's prophecies have diverse interpretations, with Jews and Christians finding different meanings in his words.
  • Isaiah introduces radical theological ideas of universal happiness, redemption, and a global restoration and unity.

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Isaiah: A Prophet of God's Salvation

Isaiah, the first of the Judean prophets, provided personal foreign policy advice to the kings of Judah. His prophecies spanned a few decades between 750 and 700 BC. Isaiah is highly regarded by both Jews and Christians, with his book being quoted frequently in the New Testament. The ambiguity and elusive nature of Isaiah's prophecies have led to diverse interpretations, with Jews and Christians finding different meanings in his words.

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