Old Testament 23 / 66

Isaiah

Isaiah is a major prophetic book that powerfully proclaims judgment and restoration, and messianic hope.

Author
Isaiah (a book in which the recorded prophecies of the prophet Isaiah were collected and compiled at a later time)
Date written
Centered on the 8th century BC (editing debated)
Historical period
Era of the southern kingdom of Judah

Background

The prophetic ministry unfolded amid the Assyrian threat and upheaval in the international situation.

Content

It presents a redemptive-historical outlook, including the holy God, judgment and the remnant, the Servant Songs, the new creation, and the salvation of the nations.