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The prophets were extremely learned and pious individuals, both men and women, whose superlative level of piety merited them with visions from God. They had to be humble, yet speak with authority. They had to love their people, yet not hesitate to speak caustic words if commanded to by God.
The prophets were called upon by God to guide the people and to guide the king. While the king had authority in national matters of state, and the Sanhedrin (Sages) had say in Torah-rulings and halakha (law), the prophets spoke in matters of ethics, of belief, of loyalty to God, and behavior. They rebuked the people at God's command, they predicted events which God revealed to them, they taught through Divine inspiration, and they provided optimism and hope with the prophecies of eventual Redemption.
Some of the prophetical chapters (or books) detail Israelite history and past events, some exhort the people to improve their spiritual level, some predict events and/or warn (especially concerning the First Destruction), some serve to comfort the nation, some speak of prayer and love of God, and some speak of life, experience and wisdom.
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What is the relationship between prophecy and Jesus coming to earth?
A careful reading of the Old Testament in the original Hebrew shows that there was no prophecy of Jesus coming to earth.
What is a Hebrew word for Symbolic Acts regarding prophecy?
The Hebrew word "oht" (אות) is sometimes used in that context (Judges 6:17).
Is Genesis a prophecy?
AnswerGenesis is a collection of Hebrew folk lore and traditions, to which the Deuteronomist and the Priestly source added material they felt would help inspire the followers of Judaism. It is not a prophecy.
Why must Elias come first?
According to prophecy in the Hebrew Scriptures, Elias comes before the Messiah.
How are the Talmud and the Hebrew bible the same?
They are not. The Talmud is commentary on the Hebrew Bible. See also:http://judaism.answers.com/jewish-literature/the-writings-of-judaism-torah-talmud-and-more
Why are there no more Jewish prophets?
In the book of Daniel it is written that: God would "seal up vision and prophecy". Hebrew scholars interpret "seal up" as meaning the time when all prophecy would cease. Our tradition is that prophecy ended around 2350 years ago.
What genre is the Book is Isaiah?
Isaiah is a book of prophecy, although it does have some historical sections. It is written in prose form in the Hebrew.
What is the nature and function of prophecy in Hebrew religion?
The purpose of prophecy in the Hebrew Scriptures commonly known as the Old Testament of the Bible (Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, Deuteronomy, [All 5 collectively known to Jews as the Pentateuch], Joshua, Judges.....Malachi) is to show God's dealings with the nation of Israel and to point to the coming Messiah.
How do you accomplish your role as a prophet?
A prophet must prophesy and for the prophet to have any credence the prophecies must come true. So if you want to be a prophet you must have some prophecy to speak out.
Is Hebrew Russian?
No, Hebrew is not Russian. The two languages are not related.
Why is Chronicles included in the Writings section of the Hebrew Bible?
Because it was written by Ezra, who (like Daniel and Esther) achieved only one of the lower levels of prophecy.
What are the first and the last books of the Hebrew Old Testament?
Genesis, the book of creation, and Malachi, a book of prophecy. Then comes the gospels and new testament. Go God!
