AmaZing Grace Biblical Seminary Erumelikkara, Kumarapuram (P. O) Aluva, Ernakulam. Kerala, India. Pin-683 565. Ph. 8547473926. ****************************************** Prophetical Movements Course Description This course is designed to help students understand the origin and development of prophecy, the nature and distinctive characteristics of the prophetic ministry in ancient Israel, and the messages of the prophets in various historical contexts. The course will provide an in-depth exploration of prophetic movements in the biblical world and their relevance to contemporary Christianity. Course Objectives By the end of this course, students will be able to: Understand the historical and theological background of prophecy and prophets. Analyze the prophetic movement in ancient West Asia, including Egypt and Mesopotamia. Examine the role and message of Old Testament prophets in different historical periods. Identify the literary and theological features of prophetic literature. Reflect on the prophetic role of the church in today's world. Course Requirements Readings: Assigned readings from the Bible and scholarly sources Class Participation: Active engagement in discussions and lectures Research Paper: A critical study on a selected prophetic theme Book Review: Review of a relevant theological work on prophecy Examinations: Mid-term and final assessments Assessment Criteria Component Percentage Class Participation 10% Research Paper 30% Book Review 20% Mid-term Examination 20% Final Examination 20% Course Outline I. Prophecy and Prophets: General Introduction Definition and nature of prophecy The role and function of prophets in biblical tradition Distinctive characteristics of prophetic ministry II. Prophecy in Ancient West Asia Titles for prophets in the ancient Near East Ways of receiving and communicating prophetic messages Prophetic phenomena in Egypt, Mesopotamia, and other regions III. Prophecy in Ancient Israel Survey of Old Testament prophets Classification of prophets: Non-literary and literary prophets Pre-classical and classical prophets The psychology and spiritual experience of the prophets Prophetic roles and functions in Israelite society IV. Prophetic Literature in the Old Testament Former and later prophets The process of forming the prophetic books Prophetic ministry in different historical periods: Pre-exilic period Exilic period Post-exilic period The extension of prophecy into the apocalyptic age Major theological themes in prophetic literature V. The Prophetic Role of the Church in the Contemporary World Understanding prophecy in a modern context The relevance of prophetic ministry in today's church Challenges and responsibilities of prophetic witness in contemporary society Bibliography Ceresko, Anthony R., The Old Testament : A Liberation Perspective, Mumbai : St. Pauls, 2001. Clements, R.E., Prophecy and Covenant, SCM Press, 1965 Freedman, David Noel., Divine Commitment and Human Obligation, Vol I&II, Cambridge: Wm. B. Eerdmans. Pub.Co., 1997. Harrison, R.K., Introduction to the Old Testament., Michigan: Eerdmans Pub.Co., 1969. Hassel, Bullock C., An Introduction to the Old Testament Prophetic Books, Chicago: Moody Press, 1986. Heschel, Abraham, J., The Prophet, Massachusetts: Prince Press, 2004. Kizhakkeyil, Sebastian, The Twelve Minor Prophets : An Exegetical Commentary, Bangalore : ATC, 2006. Koch, Klaus., The Prophets,Vol 2.,London:SCM Press,1983. Lindblom, J., Prophecy in Ancient Israel, New York: Oxford University Press, 1962. McConville, Gordon. Exploring the OT Prophets London: SPCK, 2002 Nicholson, Earnest W., God and His People: Covenant and Theology in the OT, Oxford: Clarendon Press.1986. Rad , Gerhard von., OT Theology, Vol. I &II, London: SCM Press, 1965. Robinson, T.H., Prophecy and Prophets in Ancient Israel, London: Duckworth, 1980. Young, E.J., My Servants: the Prophets, Eerdmans, 1952. Vangemeren,Willen A., Interpreting the Prophetic word, Michigan: Zondervan Pub.,1990. Word Biblical Commentary, Anchor Bible Commentary, etc.