Bible test 11/14 Flashcards
How old was Isaac when he married Rebekah?
40
How old was Isaac when Esau and Jacob were born?
60
What is the most common translation of struggles Hebrew word?
to crush
There are four parts to the answer the LORD gave Rebekah when she inquired about the struggling within her. What are those four parts?
There are two nations inside her womb
Two people within you will be separated
One will be strong than the other
The older will serve the younger
What was the name of Isaac’s firstborn? What does that name mean? Why was he given this name?
Esau, hairy, because he was hairy when he was born
What was the name of Isaac’s second-born? What does that name mean? Why was he given this name?
Jacob, heel holder, because he was holding on to Esau’s heel
What is the Hebrew word that is translated as “skillful”? What is the #1 definition of this word?
Yada’ -to know
What is the Hebrew word that is translated as “hunter”? What is the #1 definition of this word?
Iysh -man
What is the Hebrew word that is translated as “Peaceful”? What is the #1 definition of this word?
Tam -is perfect
How do the definitions of these Hebrew words affect your understanding of the descriptions of Esau and Jacob?
It helps us to visualize how the boys looked and gives us a little peek into their character
What is the problem with the family situation as described in verse 28?
What is the problem with the family situation as described in verse 28?
Foreshadowing is a literary device used numerously throughout the Bible. Look up and define the term foreshadow.
a warning or indication of (a future event).
Why did Abraham not want a bride for Isaac from the local area?
He wanted her to be from his hometown, the canaanites did not follow God
How many camels did the servant take with him? What were they loaded with?
10 all kinds of goods
Who was Nahor? Why does it make sense that the city of Nahor would be in this region?
Nahor was terah’s son. He died and we think that terra named the city after him
