The Prophet and His Problems

The Prophet And His Problems is a book written by J.M. Powis Smith that explores the life and work of the prophet in ancient Israel. The book delves into the historical and cultural context in which prophets emerged, and examines the various challenges they faced in their roles as messengers of God. Smith analyzes the different types of prophets and their methods of communication, as well as the ways in which they were received by their audiences. The book also explores the relationship between prophets and the political and religious institutions of their time, and the impact that prophets had on the development of ancient Israelite religion. Through his insightful analysis, Smith sheds light on the complex and multifaceted nature of the prophetic tradition in ancient Israel, and its ongoing relevance for understanding contemporary issues of faith and social justice.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.