Joseph Jensen, O.S.B., taught Scripture for many years. He is the author of several articles and books including God's Word to Israel, published by Liturgical Press.
Jensen makes a significant contribution to biblical ethics with the
understanding of prophetic ethics as linked with values and a way
of living in response to a defining covenant relationship. As such
it is important reading for the biblically-orientated ethicist and
theological.Catholic Studies
The book is full of astute observations . . .Interpretation
. . . a thoughtful discussion of the teachings of the prophets,
written for intermediate to advanced Biblical scholars. Ethical
Dimensions of the Prophets especially notes the strength and
fervency of the prophets' messages of social equality, the
importance of justice, and the evils of tyranny. A serious-minded
discussion that reviews the prophets both in terms of their era and
in terms of how their message in ethics and morals speaks to modern
times.The Religion/Spirituality Shelf
The book will be of interest to students of the Old Testament as
well as all those wishing to know more about the origins of the
Judaeo-Christian ethical stance.Catholic Library World
This book helps fill a void in the study of ancient Israel's
prophetic literature.The Catholic Biblical Quarterly
. . . a useful and challenging work.Trinity Seminary Review
The scholarly work has readers hearing the prophets in their own
terms as they addressed their contemporaries. It includes valuable
lessons for modern-day readers to ponder and apply today,
particularly when it comes to social justice.Crux
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