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Teaching Jeremiah in a Limited Time
- For a one-day overview, teach Jeremiah in five themes: introduction (chapter 1), sin (2-29), renewal (30-33), judgment (34-51), and conclusion (52).
- This structure reflects prophetic literature's themes.
Kings and Prophets
- Ancient Near Eastern kings, including Assyrian and Babylonian rulers, consulted prophets for supernatural guidance.
- The Bible asserts that its prophets speak for the true God, unlike other prophets who may serve other deities.
Judah's Social Context
- Judah's social scene involved agriculture, tolls, trade routes, and injustices like low wages and land grabbing.
- Israelites even enslaved each other, highlighting social issues.