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Minor Prophets (138 words) |
 | Dennis Bratcher A brief essay on the theological foundation of the social ethics of the prophets, and its relation to |
 | Barry L. Bandstra The Book of the Twelve is a collection of twelve prophetic books spanning the period of the Israelite kingdoms and on into the exile and restoration. |
 | Joel, one of the last of the twelve, was a prophet of powerful vision who anticipated a coming age when the spirit of God would again be active. |
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Theology - CLAVIS BIBLICA, THE TWELVE MINOR PROPHETS (1152 words) |
 | This is the shortest of all the prophets. |
 | This prophet was sent to the Jews under Josiah to foretell them of their approaching captivity by the Chaldeans, on account of their idolatry, and other heinous offenses; of which he strenuously exhorts them to repent. |
 | This was the second prophet sent to the Jews after their return from captivity; and he encouraged the people to proceed with the building of the temple. |