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Fairbairn on Prophecy

Prophecy viewed in respect to its distinctive nature, its special function, and proper interpretation

By Patrick Fairbairn
Published by T. and T. Clark, 1865

Preface to the 2nd edition

PART I

INVESTIGATION OF PRINCIPLES

CHAPTER I. The proper calling of a prophet, and the essential nature of a prophecy. (p. 1-18)

CHAPTER II. The place of prophecy in history, and the organic connection of the one with the other. (p. 19-40)

CHAPTER III.  The proper sphere of prophecy -- the church. (p.41-57)

CHAPTER IV. The relation of prophecy to men's responsibilities, with a consideration of the question, how far it is absolute or conditional in its announcements. (p. 58-82)

CHAPTER V. The prophetic style and diction. (p. 83-181)

CHAPTER VI.  The inter-connected and progressive character of prophecy. (p. 182-201)

PART II

APPLICATION OF PRINCIPLES TO PAST AND PROSPECTIVE FULFILMENTS OF PROPHECY.

CHAPTER I. The apologetic value of prophecy, or its place and use as an evidence for the facts and doctrines of scripture. (p. 202-240)

CHAPTER II. The prophetical future of the Jewish people.  (p. 241-286)

CHAPTER III. The prophetical future of the church and kingdom of Christ. (p. 287-493)

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Comments and summary of each chapter, by Andrew vonderLuft.

The Typology of Scripture

Viewed in connexion with the whole series of the divine dispensations. 2nd Edition, 1854.

Ezekiel

The book of his prophecy

Assault of Gog, and his destruction.

Ezekiel's Temple

Hermeneutical Manual

The Relation of the OT to the NT

Divine revelation explained and vindicated

The historical character of revelation By Patrick Fairbairn

On the relation of the law, as given to Israel, to the mission and work of Christ. By the Rev. Robert Buchanan, D.D.

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Jonah

His life, character, and mission, viewed in connexion with the prophet's own times, and future manifestations of God's mind and will in prophecy.

Patrick Fairbairn's Biography