How Not to Read Isaiah
Title
How Not to Read Isaiah
Publication Type
Journal Article
Year of Publication
2020
Authors
Gee, John (Primary)
Pagination
29-40
Volume
37
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Abstract
In the Book of Mormon, Nephi draws upon his own knowledge of the Jewish people, their culture and language, and the surrounding area to add to his understanding of Isaiah’s words, and commends that approach to his reader. In his book The Vision of All, it is clear that Joseph Spencer lacks knowledge in these topics, and it negatively affects his interpretation of Isaiah. Specifically, this lack of knowledge causes him to misinterpret the role of the Messiah in Isaiah’s teachings, something that was clear to Isaiah’s ancient readers.
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