In reissuing an expository work that has run through five editions since 1874, and is still in demand, the publishers have no desire to make any revision, and submit their reasons. Mr. William Kelly expounded the unchanging truth of scripture, and in his consideration of prophecies concerning Israel he has not lost sight of the present work of God in gathering out of the nations a people for His Name, (Acts 15).
Indeed, the distinction between these two purposes of God’s grace toward men gains in clarity from the frequent digressions which are a feature of these lectures.
Further, the many changes in national boundaries and governments over the past century, particularly in the near East, have modified the thoughts of many and disparaged the study of prophetic truth. Not so the sober and reverent treatment of the Minor Prophets by one whose insight and understanding were a gracious provision of the Lord for His people’s edification.
May He continue to use these pages for His own glory in building up His church.