Rainer Maria Rilke engaged deeply with the Old Testament prophets. His poems not only retell the biblical narratives but go far beyond them. Gisela Maria Sander analyzes the six prophet poems as well as other texts by Rilke, demonstrating how the poet updates the biblical figures and relates them to himself. The power and strength of the prophets, along with their suffering under their calling, become symbols for the artist struggling for productivity. An insightful study on prophecy, calling, and inspiration in the diverse connections of humanity, literature, and religion.