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

An introduction to the study of Ezekiel that lays out for the reader the central issues for the interpretation of the book of Ezekiel. After explaining how the message of the prophet was relevant to the exilic situation in which he lived, this thorough guide shows how later generations shaped, transmitted, and used Ezekiel in their own communities. The book summarizes the literary shape and contents of Ezekiel, then examines the theories and methodologies used in current scholarship that explain the formation of Ezekiel. Lyons next explains for the reader the theology and major themes of Ezekiel, and closes by evaluating how the arguments of Ezekiel relate to each other as a coherent rhetorical strategy. Cover page -- Halftitle page -- Series page -- Title page -- Copyright page -- Dedication -- Contents -- Abbreviations -- Introduction -- 1 The Prophet Ezekiel and the Book of Ezekiel -- 1. Ezekiel the prophet -- 2. The book of Ezekiel -- Further reading -- 2 From Prophetic Speech to Prophetic Book -- 1. The formation of prophetic literature -- 2. Models for explaining the formation of the book -- 3. Compositional and redactional techniquesin the book of Ezekiel -- 4. Conclusion -- Further reading -- 3 Israel, Yhwh, Land, and Temple -- 1. Ezekiel's depiction of Israel -- 2. Ezekiel's depiction of God -- 3. Ezekiel's depiction of the land -- 4. Ezekiel's depiction of the temple -- Further reading -- 4 From Problem to Solution -- 1. Problems experienced by the people -- 2. Problems caused by and inherent in the people -- 3. Conclusion: the purpose of the book of Ezekiel -- Further reading -- Bibliography -- Index of Scriptural References -- Index of Authors