Delve into why the righteous suffer and how the prophets wrestled with God’s justice. This concise guide helps readers grasp the central questions and the range of scholarly approaches.
This study surveys key biblical books to ask how suffering, divine action, and faith intersect. It traces debates about authorship, exile, and the meaning of the Servant passages and Second Isaiah, offering a clear view of the shaping of biblical theology.
- Explore Habakkuk’s question about God’s seeming indifference to suffering
- See how Job portrays personal struggle, doubt, and the search for vindication
- Learn about the Servant of Yahweh and the message to the Gentiles
- Get an overview of critical scholarship and how the Old Testament’s suffering theme develops
Ideal for readers of biblical criticism and anyone exploring the problem of suffering in faith.