Carney, Chapter 5 Flashcards
Adam
The first man and our first father. He, together with Eve, committed the first sin (Original Sin). This Hebrew name can refer to Adam or mankind in general
Abraham
A descendant of Shem and the founder of the Hebrew nation. He was the first to receive a personal call from God (at seventy years old), and he responded in faith
Eve
The first woman and our first mother. Eve was created from the rib of Adam, and thus woman—unlike the animals—is man’s equal and complement
Cain
Adam and Eve’s first son, and murderer of Abel. The Lord put a mark on Cain so that no one would kill him.
Abel
Adam and Eve’s second son. Because his sacrifice was acceptable to God, he was murdered by his envious brother Cain
Assyria
An ancient empire ruled by bloodthirsty and wicked men; it terrorized the whole Middle East and constantly threatened Israel and Judah during the monarchic period. Eventually the Assyrians destroyed Israel and scattered its people.
Babylon
The great imperial city to which the conquered people of Judah were taken captive by Nebuchadnezzar in 587 BC.
Cannan
The land God promised to Abraham’s descendants. It covered about the same territory as modern-day Israel. Its inhabitants were idol-worshipers who even sacrificed their own children in cult rituals