Behrman House

Broschiertes Buch

The Prophets: Speaking Out for Justice

Beschreibung

An ideal course of study before students undertake b'nai mitzvah preparation, The Prophets: Speaking Out for Justice explores the lives of seven prophets and the Jewish values they exemplify. Stories based on biblical texts bring each prophet vividly to life, while narrative provides historical context for considering the challenges faced by the prophets in their own day. Connections to modern-day events and people are explored as well, helping students discover the relevance for today in the ancient messages of our biblical ancestors. Questions throughout the text address students directly, to get them thinking and to draw out their views. CONTENTS: 1. Introduction 2. Moses: Radical Shepherd of Israel 3. Samuel: Reluctant Kingmaker 4. Elijah: Zealous Critic of the King 5. Amos: Faithful Friend of the Covenant 6. Isaiah: Righteous Spirit of Worship 7. Jeremiah: Persistent Voice of Teshuvah 8. Jonah: Runaway Messenger of Mercy

Autor

Isabel Wyatt was born in England in 1901. She spent many years teaching young children and was then, until her retirement in 1965, co-director of studies at Hawkwood College in Gloucestershire. She wrote many books for children, including King Beetle-Tamer and The Book of Fairy Princes. She died in 1992.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Behrman House Publishing
• Erscheinungstermin: 5. Januar 2010
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 251mm x 213mm x 8mm
• Gewicht: 249g
• ISBN-13: 9780874416008
• ISBN-10: 0874416000
• Artikelnr.: 29986591