Abraham Heschel is a seminal name in religious studies and the author of "Man Is Not Alone" and "God in Search of Man. " When "The Prophets" was first published in 1962, it was immediately recognized as a masterpiece of biblical scholarship. "The Prophets" provides a unique opportunity for readers of the Old Testament, both Christian and Jewish, to gain fresh and deep knowledge of Israel's prophetic movement. The author's profound understanding of the prophets also opens the door to new insight into the philosophy of religion.