Social Critique by Israel’s Eighth-Century Prophets: Justice and Righteousness in Context

This is an exhaustive and perceptive analysis of the use of ‘mishpat’ and ‘sdq’ in the Hebrew Bible and in particular the Eight-Century Prophets. The author focuses on the social critique of these prophets and the role of ‘mishpat’ and ‘sdq’ in this development. Further, the book offers an insightful exploration of chosen texts and provides a daring platform for contemporary society to discern the intrinsic connection between worship and social justice.

Author: Hemchand Gossai
Publisher: Wipf & Stock Publishers
Published: 05/01/2006
Pages: 364
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 1.10lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.78d
ISBN13: 9781597526302
ISBN10: 1597526304
BISAC Categories:
– Religion | Biblical Studies | Old Testament | General
– Religion | Biblical Criticism & Interpretation | General
– Religion | Biblical Reference | General

About the Author
Hemchand Gossai is Professor of Religious Studies at Georgia Southern University. He is also the author of ‘River Crossings: Memories of a Journey.’