Chapter VI

Divine authority of the Scriptures proved from prophecy and
its fulfillment. A prophecy defined. Mr. Watson's argument
in support of the possibility of prophecy. Criteria by
which true may be distinguished from false prophecies.
The prophecies of heathen oracles examined. Proved to
have been impostures. Contrast between the pretended predictions
of the heathen oracles and the prophecies contained
in the Scriptures. Mr. Paine's remarks in relation to the
manner in which future events would be communicated by
a true prophet. Mr. Olmsted's requisition and pledge if it
be met to acknowledge the truth of prophecy. Mr. Olmsted
met upon his own ground. Prophecy relative to the destruction
of Tyre. Its fulfillment proved by the infidel
Volney, and other competent witnesses. Mr. Olmsted,
from his own showing, is bound to believe that Ezekiel
was a true prophet of God. Table of quotations from the
prophecies of the Old Testament, and from Volney's writings,
showing that in spite of himself this infidel proves the
truthfulness of the seers of Israel. Mr. Olmsted's assertion
that the history of Isaiah is made up of scraps, and destitute
of order and meaning. The truth of the assertion tested.
Prophecy of Isaiah concerning Edom. Volney's testimony
of its fulfillment. Testimony of Mr. Stevens. Prophecy
of Jeremiah concerning the capital of Edom. Burchkhardt's
testimony of its fulfillment. Testimony of Captains Irby
and Mangles. Testimony of Mr. Stevens. The infidel
having been met on his own ground, and the fulfillment of
many prophecies proved by competent witnesses, it follows
that the seers of Israel were the true prophets of God 302