An Introduction to the Study of Isaiah (T&T Clark Approaches to Biblical Studies)

An Introduction to the Study of Isaiah provides readers with a guide to the central issues arising from various approaches to this influential prophetic text. Readers will be introduced to the diverse methods and results of modern Isaianic study. They will see how these approaches differ from, and relate to one another. After a brief introduction, this book gets right at the heart of the current diversity in Isaiah studies by identifying the trends in, and tracing the history of contemporary Isaianic scholarship. With this groundwork in place, this study examines various theories regarding the formation of Isaiah, ways in which scholars connect Isaiah to its historical context, the contributions of literary theory to understanding Isaiah, and finally theological approaches to the book. Because of its emphasis on method, this book will be important for students concerned with negotiating the vast and diverse body of scholarly literature that now surrounds this central biblical book.