This is a classic work by the leading Old Testament theologian. In this challenging and enlightening treatment, Walter Brueggemann traces the lines from the radical vision of Moses to the solidification of royal power in Solomon to the prophetic critique of that power with a new vision of freedom in the prophets. In his unique style of integrating the best in biblical studies with a heart for the challenges of the church, the author traces the broad sweep from Exodus to Kings to Jeremiah to Jesus. He emphasizes that the prophetic vision not only embraces the pain of the people, but also creates and energizes them with amazement based on the new thing that God is doing. In this new edition, Brueggemann has completely revised the text, updated the notes, and added a new preface. Fortress Press.
