Development of Old Testament Concept of God and its Implication for the Nigerian Society

Abstract

The paper is an examination of the concept of God as it evolves and develops following different stages in the history of the Hebrews. It first of all discusses what the Old Testament stands for. Using the Old Testament writings, the paper highlights the understanding of God by the Hebrews. Furthermore, it probes into the development of the concept of God in the Old Testament from the time of Abraham via Moses to its climax in the Hebrew prophets. The paper discusses the challenges the evolved concept of God among the Hebrews pose to the sense of religiosity evident in Nigeria. Finally, conclusions are raised in the paper that indicates the need for religious leaders in Nigeria to rise up like the Hebrew religious leaders and present God in sincerity of heart.