faith and practice. The opening of this work provides a detailed preface outlining the purpose of the series and how it intends to bridge the historical and modern understanding of the Minor Prophets. Smith emphasizes the richness of these texts, which have often been overlooked or misinterpreted due to their size and complexity. He discusses the need for a critical examination of the texts, referencing various historical and critical frameworks that inform their interpretations. Furthermore, he introduces the significance of prophecy in early Israel and establishes the groundwork for a detailed chronological study of the Twelve Prophets, arguing against their traditional label as "Minor" and highlighting their profound influence on the development of prophetic literature. (This is an automatically generated summary.)