The Old Testament, or Hebrew Scriptures, has been a source of spiritual inspiration for hundreds of millions of believers throughout the ages. Center stage in the Old Testament is a body of literature by and about the prophets–messengers of God who tried to keep God’s people on the right path. You know their names–Elijah, Isaiah, Jeremiah, Daniel, Ezekiel–or do you? Are you acquainted with Deborah, Huldah, Miriam and Noadiah? For far too long, the women prophets have never been accorded the respect and attention they deserve, but they delivered God’s messages with the same passion, commitment and urgency as the men. This book is written to acknowledge and celebrate them–and put the women–the prophetesses–on the pedestal they deserve to occupy.
ISBNs
9781952859069 / 9781952859076
Genres
Biblical Studies
Old Testament Prophets
212 pages
Language: English
Published by Red Penguin Books
Kieran Larkin has been a teacher of theology for the past 40 years.
Holding a B.A. in Religious Studies from St. Francis College in Brooklyn and an M.A. in Education from NYU, he has taught courses in Catholic high school ranging from morality, social justice and comparative religions to Christology and Biblical themes. He has also been an active liturgical participant throughout his adult life as both a lector and eucharistic minister. He has a special passion for the lives and ministries of the prophets, who he considers to be particularly heroic and inspirational.
Reviews
This book beautifully restores the voices of the women prophets who have too often been left in the shadows. A powerful, enlightening read that celebrates their courage and reminds us that God’s messages know no gender.
By highlighting Deborah, Miriam, Huldah, and Noadiah, this book brings new depth to the Old Testament and honors the women who shaped spiritual history. Both scholarly and heartfelt, it’s an essential read for anyone seeking a more complete understanding of God’s messengers.