Full Description
An introduction to the study of Ezekiel that lays out for the reader the central issues for the interpretation of the book of Ezekiel. After explaining how the message of the prophet was relevant to the exilic situation in which he lived, this thorough guide shows how later generations shaped, transmitted, and used Ezekiel in their own communities.
The book summarizes the literary shape and contents of Ezekiel, then examines the theories and methodologies used in current scholarship that explain the formation of Ezekiel. Lyons next explains for the reader the theology and major themes of Ezekiel, and closes by evaluating how the arguments of Ezekiel relate to each other as a coherent rhetorical strategy.
Contents
Abbreviations
Introduction
Chapter 1. The Prophet Ezekiel and the Book of Ezekiel
Chapter 2. From Prophetic Speech to Prophetic Book
Chapter 3. Israel, YHWH, Land, and Temple
Chapter 4. From Problem to Solution
Further Reading
Bibliography
Index of Scriptural References
Index of Authors
