Exam 2 Flashcards
Who does Issac marry?
Rebekah
Who are the twins of Issac and Rebekah?
Jacob and Esau
Esau hated Jacob and was determined to do what?
Kill Jacob
Issac sends Jacob to his homeland to do what?
find a wife
Esau takes what?
An Ishmaelite
What did Jacob dream of?
Ladder and angels of God ascending and descending on it.
How many years does Jacob work to marry Rachel?
7
Laben tricks Jacob into marrying who?
His other daughter Leah
Leah has children but Rachel….
Rachel is barren
Rachel is jealous of who?
Leah
Rachel and Leah both give what?
their servants as wives
Rachel gives birth to….
Jacob
Jacob flees from who?
Laban
Jacobs name is changed to what?
Israel
Jacob fears who?
Esau
Rachel gives birth to
Benjamin
What does Joseph dream about?
Sheaves, Sun, Moon, and 11 Stars
Joseph interprets 2 prisoner’s dreams?
the chief cupbearer and chief baker’s dream
Which one of the prisoners didnt remember Joseph?
chief cupbearer
Who put Joseph in charge of everything?
Potiphar
What does Pharaoh dream about?
cows and grain
Who interprets Pharaoh’s dreams?
Joseph
Pharaoh makes Joseph what?
Second in charge of all of Egypt
Joseph sends his sons to Egypt for what?
grain because of the famine
The more the people of Israel was oppressed…
the more they multiplied
Midwives were ordered to kill who?
Hebrew sons
Pharaoh commands his people to cast…
every Hebrew son into the Nile
Whose mother hid him for 3 months?
Moses
Who found Moses?
The daughter of the Pharaoh.
In Exod., Moses fled to where?
Midian
Moses sees and Egyptian doing what?
beating a Hebrew
Moses does what to the Egyptian beating the Hebrew?
Moses kills the Egyptian
Pharaoh saught to kill Moses and….
he fled to Midian
Who does Moses marry?
Zipporah
How does the angel of the Lord appear to Moses?
In a flamming bush
God calls Moses to do what?
Come and lead the people out of Egypt
Moses gives 5 excuses
Who am i? If they ask what is his name, what should i say to them? But they will not believe me. I cannot speak well. Lord please send someone else.
How many plagues?
9
1st plague
The water turned to blood
2nd plague
Frogs
3rd plague
Nats
4th plague
Flies
5th plague
Egyptian livestock die
6th plague
Boils
7th plague
Hail
8th plague
Locusts
9th plague
Darkness
What does the tabernacle represent?
God’s presence
The people complain in the hearing of the Lord about what?
Their misfortunes
The Lord sends what to the people?
quail
God tells Moses to send who into Canaan?
Spies
How many spies?
1 from each tribe
What are the spies supposed to do?
Go into the land and check out the people.
Spies brought back what?
the fruit of the land
Who said, “ Let us go up at once and occupy it. For we are well able to overcome it”
Caleb
Whome does the congregation rebel against?
Moses and Aaron Num.
God threatens to destroy the people and….
make a mighty nation of Moses
The adults will not enter the land but…
the little ones will possess it.
Moses struck the rock twice and….
water came out of it for the people and their flocks.
What are the 4 signs of illness leading to Israel’s death as a nation?
1st-Solomon begins to worship idols
2nd-the nation divides
3rd-Assyria destroys Northern Israel
4th-Babylon conquers southern Israel and levels of Jerusalem
What are the 5 themes in 1 & 2Kings that clarify their plot and characterizations?
1st- God expects Israel to obey the covenant
2nd- God rules history
3rd- prophets arise and preach repentance
4th- temple is built
5th- God will forgive and restore Israel if they repent.
What is the primary factor that influences how the author views the kings present in 1 & 2 Kings?
If the kings don’t worship idols, they are good kings. If they offer sacrifices only in Jerusalem, they are even better. If they destroy idols and bring spiritual renewal, they receive the authors approval. Failure brings catastrophe.
What are the 5 theological themes that emerge from the temples completion?
1-Moses prediction that God would chose a central place for worship has come true.
2-God’s promises to David continue to materialize.
3- God lives with the people in the Promised Land.
4-Israel can have sins forgiven for sacrificing.
5- Israel stands at the midpoint of their history.
What 2 lessons are taught by the story of the two unnamed prophets?
1st-Both good and bad prophets exist during this time.
2nd-Gods prophets must do what God says.
What does Elisha ask for just before Elijah goes to Heaven in a chariot of fire?
Elisha asks to receive a “double portion” of Elijah’s spirit
What 2 kings tried to lead in spiritual renewal in Southern Israel?
Hezekiah & Josiah
Isaiah’s life and words address Israel’s history during what span of years?
742-538 BC
How many writers contributed to the book of Isaiah?
3
What 3 courses of action will Yahweh take in order to restore Israel?
1-God will send a day of judgement
2-Yahweh chooses and guides prophets
3-The promise of a virgin born son
When does the destruction of Northern Israel occur?
722 BC
In Isaiah 41 what are the 2 events that bring Israel’s salvation?
1st God will send a nation from the easy to punish Babylon
2nd A “servant of God” will arise
How does Isaiah conclude the book?
One last call to decision. Yahweh will bless Jerusalem. Those that refuse will suffer punishment.
What 2 conclusions can be drawn from the list of kings that ruled during the ministry of Jeremiah?
1st-Israel is caught between Babylon and Egypt. Israel is a battleground.
2nd-Israel’s political situation is chaotic. Changing monarchs leads to diverse policies.
What 3 vital details can be missed if one skips the intro to Jeremiah?
1st- Jeremiah’s family and hometown don’t mark him for greatness.
2nd- he is from a priestly family.
3rd- because the “word of The Lord” comes to him he is a preacher of Gods word.
What are the 3 primary aspects of Jeremiah’s preaching?
He will preach against sin.
He will announce judgement.
He will promise restoration after punishment.
What 3 things do Jeremiah’s confessions display?
Prophets were real.
Warn readers that serving God may not be easy.
Illustrate the desperate times in which Jeremiah lived.
What is the significance of Jeremiah purchasing a field in his hometown?
Someday God will restore the people to the land. Buying the land demonstrates the prophets convictions will be valuable later.
What are the 4 fundamental theological issues that the exiles address?
They could lose their national and spiritual distinctiveness.
The people wonder if God cares for them now that they are out of the Promised Land.
They consider whether their God is more powerful then Babylons many deities.
They question why they are in exile.
What are the 5 commissions that define Ezekiel’s task?
1st-Yahweh informs Ezekiel that he is being sent to a rebellious people who will refuse to listen.
2nd- The Lord says Israel will be poor listeners. They will understand the message but still reject it.
3rd- Gods spirit sends him back to the other exiles.
4th-Ezekiel will be a watchman
What are the 3 conclusions that can be drawn concerning the identity of Gog?
1st-God will secure the resurrected nation.
2nd- Whoever invades the protected people will suffer defeat.
3rd- This defeat will teach Gods greatness and holiness.
What are 3 way that the Twelve emphasizes sin,punishment, and restoration?
It’s has an interesting structure.
The Twelve portray fascinating characters.
Contains historical details and theological themes not found in Isaiah, Jeremiah, or Ezekiel.
What is the significance of Hosea marrying Gomer?
It highlights that Israel has committed adultery. The marriage happens to fulfill Gods command.
What are the 2 primary emphasis in the book of Joel?
Israel’s religious apathy.
The nations cruelty towards Israel.
What does Amos mainly preach against?
Northern Israel’s pagan worship
What does Obadiah highlight?
Edoms hatred for Israel
What is the main theme of the book of Jonah?
Israel’s hatred of neighbor
What is the primary message of Micah?
Summarizes the Twelves emphasis on sin.
What does Nahum announce?
Assyria will be destroyed.
What is Habakkuks primary question in his prophecy?
He questions God about world events. He wonders why the evil people escape punishment.
What is the focus of Zephaniahs prophecy?
The universal scope of the day of Yahweh
What is the primary theme of Haggais message?
Restoration
Zechariah prophesies what about Jerusalem?
Jerusalem must be rebuilt for Israel I rise again
Malachi’s message centered on what issue?
The people of Israel must change to demonstrate their commitment to God for Zachariah’s predictions to come true.
