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Role of Prophet from Historical Perspective
In regards to earlier discussions on the functions of latter-day prophets, I undertake an ambitious look at a prophet’s role throughout history, examining first-hand documents (Chino’s class notes).
Old Testament 2 (by David Rolph Seely, PhD Michigan, Dead Sea Scrolls editing team) An OT prophet’s message is three-fold: 1. Repent 2. Future 3. Christ Alexander the Great introduced Hellenistic culture, did not enforce it with sword. Most of the world sucked it up voluntarily. Jews had problems with 1) polytheism 2) philosophy, 3) gymnasium, 4) nude art 5) horse, chariot-racing. Quote:
Philosophy of Religion (by David Paulsen, PhD, Michigan) Roger Olson, leading historian of Christianity: Theology invented after revelation was gone. Conclusion It appears that philosophy is more fun than it is necessary. To be fair, I also have this from Paulsen's class: Quote:
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08-01-2007, 04:47 AM | #2 |
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Nice conclusions.
I see other cultural purposes as outlined in a paper prepared by AA.
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