This lecture explores the tradition of the 'Schools of the Prophets' in the Old Testament. Thompson provides historical context for these institutions, and examines their role in the formation of the prophetic tradition. He also draws connections between the Schools of the Prophets and contemporary seminaries and other religious schools. This is a thought-provoking work that will appeal to anyone interested in biblical studies or religious education. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the "public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.