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Scholars have long noted the consistent canonical ordering of the Minor Prophets, yet have not located their unity. In this instructive book Paul House presents a close reading that demonstrates the Twelve’s cohering principles. Both literary criticism and the Minor Prophets are succinctly introduced here. Biblical theology is also furthered through the study’s focus on unity.

within the Israelite tradition are in the canon. It is time for some effort to be made to recognize the fixed forms of the prophets and their role in society. Some of the interests already expressed about written prophecy are covered by canonical criticism. The main thrust of canonical criticism is to take the present form of the Hebrew canon and understand in what ways ‘the texts served a religious function in closest relationship to the worship and service of God whom Israel confessed to be the
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