Publisher's Synopsis
""The Prophecies of the Captivity: Isaiah 40-44"" is a book written by Robert Travers Herford and published in 1890. The book is a commentary on the biblical book of Isaiah, specifically focusing on chapters 40 to 44. These chapters are known as the ""prophecies of the captivity"" and were written during the Babylonian exile of the Israelites.Herford's commentary provides an in-depth analysis of the historical context in which these prophecies were written, as well as their theological significance. He explores the themes of comfort, redemption, and restoration that are prevalent throughout these chapters, and shows how they relate to the broader message of the book of Isaiah.The book is written in a scholarly yet accessible style, making it suitable for both academic study and personal reflection. It includes extensive footnotes and references to other works on Isaiah, as well as a detailed introduction that provides background information on the book of Isaiah and its historical context.Overall, ""The Prophecies of the Captivity: Isaiah 40-44"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in biblical studies or the history of the Israelites during the Babylonian exile. Herford's insightful commentary sheds new light on these important chapters of the Bible and offers a fresh perspective on their meaning and significance.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
