The Minor Prophets

by Charles Lee Feinberg

The Minor Prophets is a collection of expositional essays on each of the twelve prophets. Dr. Feinberg's work illuminates the life, times, and major emphases of these men of God.

Dr. Feinberg brings to this work an unusual combination of talents and background. He has a thorough knowledge of biblical Hebrew, having trained for the rabbinate. That, combined with his scholarship in New Testament Greek, qualifies him for an expert study of the Scriptures in the original languages. In this work, he carefully presents his own views as well as dissenting views of other biblical scholars.

These studies include full treatment of the historical and cultural settings of each of the twelve prophets and their writings.

Genres: Theology, Christian, Reference, Old Testament

360 pages, Paperback

Published January 1, 2013

Reviews

[Mathew Ritskes · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is probably my favourite commentary on the Minor Prophets so far. Feinberg goes into great detail, while at the same time using each detail to add to his main point. He lands on certain issues (which some may or may not agree with, but different views are good to digest), not just providing the views and leaving the knot untied. All in all however, I had minimal pushback to most of his points. Very well written.

[Benjamin Edwards]

This book highlights the deep theological connections between the prophets' messages and their future fulfillment, such as in Christ or events like Pentecost. While these connections are important, focusing too quickly on their ultimate fulfillment can sometimes overshadow the rich meaning the texts held for their original audience. The Minor Prophets addressed real, immediate issues—judgment, repentance, and hope for restoration—rooted in the cultural and spiritual context of their time.

By first understanding these texts in their historical and cultural setting, we gain a fuller picture of their significance. This also helps us see how figures like Peter or New Testament writers, shaped by their deep knowledge of the Torah and Jewish tradition, interpreted and applied these prophecies. Recognizing this balance between the past and the future allows the richness of both the immediate context and broader fulfillment to emerge.

[Kendra]

Excellent resource.

[Clara Roberts · Rating 4 out of 5]

I read this book over three months. After I read the book in the Bible I then read the section in this book. This book was first published as five separate books. Part of it was first published in 1948 and all was compiled and republished in 1990. I would have found this book easier to read and understand if the Biblical text and the commentary appeared side by side in one book. Part of this was very difficult to read and understand. Dr. Feinberg has doctorates from Dallas Seminary and Johns Hopkins University. The most diificult part to read was the part that deals with Zechariah. I will probably re-read parts of this book at later times.