Literary Prophecy: Micah, Zephaniah, Nahum, Habakkuk, and Jeremiah - Lecture 18

Explore a comprehensive lecture on literary prophecy in the Old Testament, focusing on the books of Micah, Zephaniah, Nahum, Habakkuk, and Jeremiah. Delve into the structural analysis of Micah, examining its alternating prophecies of doom and hope, and its critique of the inviolability of Zion doctrine. Discover the vivid poetic style of Nahum and the philosophical musings in Habakkuk. Investigate the lengthy book of Jeremiah, learning about his predictions of exile and the concept of a new covenant. Gain insights into common paradoxes in prophetic writings and unique features of Jeremiah's message of consolation. Enhance your understanding of these important prophetic texts and their historical context in this 49-minute Yale University lecture.