2 Flashcards
The famous vision of the dry bones in chapter 37 expresses his firm belief in a forthcoming restoration. Ultimately, whatever God does to or for us is motivated by zeal for his own holy name. The new heart and the new spirit that must exist under the New Covenant cannot be the work of man; they too must be the work of God. It also contains the vision of the four living creatures.
- 48 Chapters
Ezekiel (Ez)
This book takes its name not from the author, but from its hero, among the first Jews deported to Babylon. This work was composed during the bitter persecution carried on by Antiochus IV Epiphanes (167-164 BC) and was written to strengthen and comfort the Jewish people in their ordeal. The book contains traditional stories (chapters 1-6) that tell of the trials and triumphs of the wise Daniel and his three companions.
The moral is that people of faith can resist temptation and conquer adversity. The Book of Daniel includes such well-known episodes as the writing on the wall, Daniel in the lion’s den, and the story of Susanna, who was freed from the false accusations of the wicked elders.
-Sons of Judah: Daniel (Belteshazzar), Hananiah, Mishael (Meshach), Azariah (Abednego).
- Mane, Thecel, Pares (inscribed on the wall)- (5:25)
- 12 Chapters
Daniel (Dn)
Daniel (Belteshazzar), Hananiah, Mishael (Meshach), Azariah (Abednego).
- Mane, Thecel, Pares (inscribed on the wall)- (5:25)
Sons of Judah
Sons of Judah:
Sons of Judah: Daniel (Belteshazzar), Hananiah, Mishael (Meshach), Azariah (Abednego).
- Mane, Thecel, Pares (inscribed on the wall)- (5:25)
The main theme of this book is the infidelity of Israel, who adores false gods, with consequent moral and political disorder. The prophet describes his marriage as a symbol of the covenant between the Lord and Israel, comparing the infidelity of Israel with that of his adulterous wife. Writing approximately two hundred years before the Song of Songs, Hosea began the Old Testament tradition of describing the relation between the Lord and Israel in terms of marriage.
-Jezreel, Without Mercy (Lo-Ruhamah), Not My People(Lo-Ammi)
- 14 Chapters
Hosea (Hos)
This prophecy is rich in apocalyptic imagery and strongly eschatological in tone. It was composed about 400 BC. Its prevailing theme is the day of the Lord
- 3 Chapters.
Joel (Jl)
A man of the desert, Amos stigmatized the solely external worship of the Jewish people, who were living in social and religious corruption. He calls the people back to the high moral and religious demands of the Lord’s Revelation. Amos’s message stands as one of the most powerful voices ever to challenge hypocrisy and injustice.
- 9 Chapters
Amos (Am)
This is the shortest book of the entire Old Testament. The prophecy is a bitter cry for vengeance against Edom for its pride and its crimes. Mount Esau in Edom will be occupied and ravaged by the enemy, while through the might of the Lord, Mount Zion will be restored to its former sanctity and security.
- 1 Chapter
Obadiah (Ob)
This account tells the story of the disobedient prophet Jonah, who remains three days and three nights in the belly of a large fish before accepting the task of calling Nineveh, the capital of Assyrian empire, to conversion. This fascinating story caricatures a narrow mentality that would see God’s interest extending only to Israel, whereas God is presented as concerned with and merciful to even the inhabitants of Nineveh.
- 4 CHapters
Jonah (Jon)
A contemporary of Isaiah, Micah attacked rich exploiters of the poor, fraudulent merchants, venal judges, and corrupt priests and prophets. Through the prophet, the Lord announces the impending punishment of God’s people, by means of military defeat and exile, because of their failure to establish justice. After that punishment, God will bring the people back to their land and establish perpetual peace. This prophecy foretells the birth of the Messiah in Bethlehem.
- 7 Chapters
Micah (Mi)
