Justice in the Balance: Learning from the Prophets - Paperback

by John McLaughlin (Author)

In Justice in the Balance, biblical scholar John L. McLaughlin presents writings from Isaiah, Jeremiah, Hosea, Amos, Micah, Zechariah, Malachi, and other First Testament prophets who speak about justice. Known for his clear, engaging writing style, McLaughlin helps readers to discover people and texts of the Bible in refreshing ways. As he explores the historical, religious, social, and economic worlds of some of the oldest sources of the Bible, McLaughlin shows how this prophetic message can guide our lives and actions today.

Author Biography

John L. McLaughlin is professor of Old Testament/Hebrew Bible and interim dean of the faculty of theology at the University of St. Michael's College, Toronto, where he teaches ancient Israelite religion, Prophets, and Wisdom Literature, and is an associate member of the graduate faculty, Department of Near and Middle Eastern Civilizations, University of Toronto. His recent publications include The Questions of Jesus and Parables of Jesus (both Wipf & Stock), An Introduction to Israel's Wisdom Traditions (2018), What Are They Saying about Ancient Israelite Religion? (2016), and The Ancient Near East: An Essential Guide (2012).