Genesis 14 Flashcards
Who were the kings involved in the war against Bera king of Sodom?
Amraphel king of Shinar, Arioch king of Ellasar, Chedorlaomer king of Elam, Tidal king of nations
These kings formed a coalition against the cities of the plain.
What cities did Bera king of Sodom ally with?
Gomorrah, Admah, Zeboiim, and Bela (Zoar)
These cities were part of the alliance against the invading kings.
How long did the cities serve Chedorlaomer before they rebelled?
Twelve years
They rebelled in the thirteenth year.
In which valley did the battle between the kings take place?
Vale of Siddim
This location was also described as being near the salt sea.
What happened to the kings of Sodom and Gomorrah during the battle?
They fled and fell into slimepits
The remaining forces fled to the mountains.
Who was taken captive during the conflict?
Lot, Abram’s brother’s son
Lot was living in Sodom at the time.
How many trained servants did Abram arm to pursue the captors?
Three hundred and eighteen
Abram’s servants were born in his house.
What did Abram do to defeat the captors?
Divided himself against them by night
This strategic move allowed Abram to successfully defeat the captors.
What did Abram recover after defeating the captors?
All the goods, his brother Lot, his goods, the women, and the people
This victory was significant for Abram and his allies.
Who met Abram after his return from battle?
The king of Sodom and Melchizedek king of Salem
Melchizedek was also a priest of the most high God.
What did Melchizedek bring to Abram?
Bread and wine
This act symbolized a blessing and fellowship.
What blessing did Melchizedek pronounce over Abram?
Blessed be Abram of the most high God, possessor of heaven and earth
This acknowledgment highlights Abram’s favored status.
What did Abram refuse to take from the king of Sodom?
Anything that is thine, lest thou shouldest say, I have made Abram rich
Abram wanted to ensure that God alone would be recognized as the source of his wealth.
Fill in the blank: The vale of Siddim was full of _______.
slimepits
This geographical feature played a role in the battle.
What was the relationship between Abram and Mamre, Eshcol, and Aner?
They were confederate with Abram
These allies supported Abram in his pursuit of the captors.
