RS 375 The Prophets
The movement that began with the 8th century BCE prophets of Israel marked a clear departure from the social and religious world view prevalent in the ancient Near East. This course will examine the background and literature of the prophetic movement with its agenda for social, religious, and political reforms. It will stress how prophets such as Amos, Jeremiah, and Isaiah were able to have a lasting impact on Western thought and religion through their views of Israel's relationship with neighboring nations, God, and future humanity.
Prerequisite
RS 200 or RS 217 or RS 218 or RS 220 or RS 221 or RS 230 or RS 260 or RS 270 or RS 271 or RS 280 or RS 285 or RS 290-294 or RS 295-299