20. types, symbols and prophecy - part 2

Question 1

why i s the gap principle important to biblical interpretation?

Answer 1

if u do not account for the prophetic gaps, then OT prophecies that have been partially fulfilled must be reinterpreted

Question 2

give a brief description of each of the following

a. Amillennialism
b. Postmillennialism
c. Premillennialism

Answer 2

a. Millennialism - the millennium is allegorical or spiritual, and refers to the church age
b. Postmillennialism - Christ will return after a long time, once the church brings about social and political peace.
c. Premillennialism - there is a lengthy gap between the 69-70th week of Dainel, and jesus will return in the future before the literal 100 year reign of peace.

Question 3

list “six unique features” of prophecy:

FIT-DCF

Answer 3

1. Figurative language and symbols
2. Idealised pictures
3. Typology
4. Double reference
5. Culturally relative terms
6. Fulfilment does not have to be in the exact form of the prophecy

Question 4

give a a reason for why scripture was written in prophetic form, other than a predict future events.

Answer 4

to serve as instruction, or to sore as a warning

Question 5

what is the main purpose of prophecy

Answer 5

to prove God’s nature, to encourage the faithful, and to warn the unrighteous of impending judgement.

Question 6

how did the NT authors us the OT

Answer 6

they quoted, paraphrased, interpreted, applied and commented liberally from the Old testament as they saw fulfilment of those passages in their lifetime.