IST Unit 1: Beginning of the Human Race Flashcards
1
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“Genesis” name origin
A
Hebrew, Bereshith
means “in the beginning”
…
the English word comes from the Greek translation called the Septuagint; “origin or beginnings”
2
Q
Why is Genesis considered part of the Law?
A
the book serves as an introduction and foundation for the moral and legal codes of the Law and also for the history and doctrines in the rest of the Bible.
(gives the historical foundations for moral and legal codes)
3
Q
The close relationship of Genesis and the NT is due to the fact that in Genesis we find…
1
an intro to the main NT themes
2
the NT writers quoting Moses
3
the general history of humankind continued in the NT
4
NT references for specific situations
A
1
an intro to the main NT themes
4
Q
4 evidences for Mosaic authorship of Genesis
A
1) biblical references
2) the narrative style
3) the discoveries of archaeology
4) Moses’ qualifications
5
Q
What is the Documentary (JEDP) Theory? (brief overview and purpose)
A
in regards to the authorship of Genesis, by Jean Astruc 1753
- he reasons that Moses had woven together material from 2 documents by different authors to make Genesis (J & E)
6
Q
4 parts of the Documentary (JEDP) theory?
A
J - for Jehovah, passages using this are from the J document
E - for Elohim, passages using this are from the E document
D - for Deuteronomy, which is considered to be a fraud
P - for Priestly Source, which is supposed to have been written during the Babylonian captivity and contain the passages about the levitical priesthood
7
Q
Some indications available today which show the fallacy of the documentary theory are….
1
historical events, supernatural events, and religious evolution
2
archaeology, terminology, customs, and monuments
3
comparison of biblical wording, monotheistic doctrine, and customs
4
finding international treaties dating to 621 BC, unified documents, and monuments
A
2
8
Q
4 so-called proofs of the Documentary Theory
A
1) 2 names for God (Elohim & Yahweh/Jehovah)
2) duplicate accounts
3) seeming conflicts in accounts
4) differences in literary style
9
Q
Christian response to Documentary Theory’s issue w 2 names for God
A
Title, personal name
together, interchange
10
Q
christian response to Documentary theory’s issue with duplicate accounts
A
this is the Hebrew literary style (first is general, second has more detail)
11
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Christian response to Documentary theory’s conflicting accounts issue
A
they’re separate events, a tendency to repeat our past sins
12
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Christian response to Documentary theory’s issue with different literary styles
A
style to suit subject (history, law, speech)
13
Q
2 purposes for Genesis. Genesis purposes to give us…
A
1) God’s dealings with humankind in the origin of the universe, humankind, sin, and redemption
2) the origin of a people through whom God would send a Redeemer to the world
14
Q
Theme of the whole Bible
Theme of Genesis
A
Theme of whole Bible: the redemption of humanity
theme of Genesis: God initiates redemption’s program by choosing a people for Himself.
15
Q
structure of Genesis
A
Ch 1-11 Primeval History
- refers to the first age of the earth’s existence
- presents the need for redemption
Ch 12-50 Patriarchal History
- refers to the patriarchs, the fathers of the Jewish people
- general history is now narrowed down to the story of a single family
16
Q
Fill in the Structure of Genesis:
Ch 1-2 _____
Ch 3-8 _____
Ch 9-11 _____
Ch 12-25 _____
Ch 25-36 _____
Ch 37-50 _____
A
Ch 1-2 _____ Creation
Ch 3-8 _____ Fall to Flood
Ch 9-11 ____ Flood to Nations
Ch 12-25 ____ Abraham
Ch 25-36 ____ Isaac & Jacob
Ch 37-50 ____ Joseph
17
Q
Science should limit itself to describing…
A
the products of creation
or
a process that is observable and repeatable
18
Q
The Bible limits itself to describing…
A
the origin, purpose, and cause of creation (not the how)
19
Q
There are several areas of conflict between science and the Genesis account of Creation, but the main point of difference is the…
1
language used to describe creation
2
genealogical line of succession recorded
3
Darwinian theory of evolution
4
age of the earth and humankind
A
4
20
Q
Creation: The Traditional View
A
literal 24-hour days
21
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Creation: Gap (Re-creation) Theory
A
re-creation in 6 literal 24-hour days (original creation was destroyed when Satan and his angels rebelled)
22
Q
Creation: Theistic Evolution Theory
A
interprets Genesis ‘ use of “day” figuratively.
God used evolution to gradually develop humans. At a certain point, the human animal was given a soul & became fully human
23
Q
Creation: Pictorial Day Theory
A
6 day revelation of creation by God (purpose of Genesis was simply to show the universe had its origin in God)
24
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Creation: Universal Flood Theory
A
six literal 24-hour days
flood produced geological phenomena
25
Creation: Alternate-Day-Age Theory
six 24-hr days (or short periods of time) separated by ages
26
Creation: Age-Long-Day Theory (aka Progressive Creation Theory)
6 long periods of creation (day as a word that refers to a period of time during which some event takes place)
27
Accepting any of the theories of creation must be a matter of....
faith
28
One area of agreement between modern science and the Bible is...
1
that humankind was a separate creation
2
the precreation condition and order of events that occurred
3
in the theory of light and darkness
4
the poetic writings, which covered all aspects of creation
2
29
2 ways in which the theory of evolution has failed
as a science, it lacks evidence to prove it.
as a philosophy, it cannot account for the origin of life or show the purpose of humankind.
30
What is the greatest revelation of Genesis 1?
There is a God, and through Him all things came into being.
31
Which of these statements are TRUE based on Genesis 1?
1
The greatest revelation of Genesis 1 is that there is a God who created everything.
2
We get the impression that Creation means to remake something that was already in existence.
3
Genesis 1:20 refers to the waters producing creatures to live therein.
4
In Genesis 1:25 we can see a relationship to the theory of evolution.
5
The word God occurs more often than any other word in Genesis 1:1 to Genesis 2:3.
6
Genesis 1:1 appears to be a summary of the whole account of creation.
1, 5, 6
32
Genesis 1:1 is the answer to what worldviews?
all of them
33
When referring to the acts of God, as seen in the Creation story, we give Him the general title of...
Elohim
34
the crowning work of God, as seen in Genesis Chapter 1, is ...
the creation of humankind
35
Three characteristics of God are listed as...
1
spiritual, progressive, and moral
2
orderly, purposeful, and progressive
3
rational, moral, and masterful
4
spiritual, orderly, and responsible
2
36
Which statements are TRUE?
1
Genesis 1:4 indicates the acceptability of fortune-telling.
2
Every step in the Creation conformed to God's plan.
3
Genesis 1:26 clearly shows that God is one being, not triune.
4
Each stage of creation had its boundaries in the concept of evening and morning
5
The governing power given in Genesis 1:16 indicates power to control the destiny of humanity.
2, 4
37
God's personal name, Yahweh, refers to...
1
the eternal Lord
2
His creative power
3
the triune God
4
God's provision to all His creation
1
38
Which statements are TRUE?
1
In Genesis chapter 2 the Hebrew term for God is Elohim.
2
Jehovah is one way of writing God's personal name.
3
The basic emphasis of Yahweh is God's relationship to humanity.
4
The same word for God is used in all Bible translations.
5
Because the original Hebrew is specific in its spelling we can be sure of the exact translation of the name Yahweh.
2, 3
39
We can learn much about our ___, ___, and ___ from Genesis 1-3.
nature, needs, and responsibilities
40
Critics claim the Hebrew religion developed through...
1
historical records of Assyrian religious beliefs
2
adjusting polytheistic beliefs to suit their own purposes
3
integration of various religions in the area
4
myths and symbols of religion during that time
3
41
The Genesis account of the creation of humanity shows...
1
the purpose and special care of God for humanity
2
Adam and Eve as symbols of the creative proccess
3
doctrines similar to polytheism
4
the application of spiritual events to natural causes
1
42
The creation account shows us what 3 aspects of humanity's unique status?
1) humanity's dignity
2) humanity's authority
3) God's concern for humanity's need
43
How are we made in God's image?
1) we are spiritual creatures, as well as physical.
2) we are moral beings with the capacity to choose.
3) we are rational creatures capable of thought, imagination, reason and speech.
4) We are active, responsible creatures who can do purposeful work and plan actions and overcome obstacles..
5) We are creative beings with an appreciation of beauty, order, and progress, and the urge to create them.
6) We are lordly beings to whom God has given dominion over the earth and its creatures.
44
What is a great purpose of God in His human creatures?
the complete restoration of His image in us
45
The statement "created in the image of God" means we are...
1
physical, creative, and purposeful
2
restored, privileged, and progressive
3
created with godly instincts and are conscientious
4
spiritual, rational, and responsible
4
46
The word "bara" used in Genesis 1:27 emphasizes that...
1
God made humankind out of existing material
2
humans are one of the species mentioned in 1:21
3
God was making something new and different
4
God followed His usual method of creation
3
47
God rested the 7th day in the sense that He...
1
stopped all activity
2
relaxed to renew His strength
3
stopped creating - that work was finished
4
rested to give rest to His creation
3
48
Which of these are TRUE concepts?
1
The biblical concept of the body is the same as the ancient Greek concept.
2
Humanity's environment is primarily concerned with earth now and heaven later.
3
The God-related spirit is the basis for communion and worship.
4
The body is the prison of the soul.
5
The word "flesh" in the NT sometimes refers to our sinful nature.
6
The NT emphasis of healing and resurrection confirms the OT view of the body.
7
The first man was led by instinct and was on the same level as the higher animals.
8
Although we are composed of both a spiritual and physical nature, no opportunity is made for using this dual nature.
3, 5, 6
49
2 reasons why God includes details about the rivers, minerals, and fruit trees in Eden
to show the historical nature of the account and
that God delights in providing for His children
50
1 evidence that Adam and Eve were real people - not just a myth
genealogies going back to Adam.
mention of them as real people by Jesus and Paul.
geographical details about the Garden of Eden.
51
Which statements are TRUE?
1
Our responsibility for earth's natural resources is to develop and use them wisely.
2
God does not require the Christian to work because He has promised to supply all our needs.
3
Work is part of the curse put upon humanity at the Fall.
4
The geographical details in Genesis 2 are simply historical records.
5
We are responsible for working to meet our material needs, but we can also look to God for help.
1, 5
52
the 3 divine aims of marriage are what?
companionship,
mutual love and support,
family formation
53
Holiness is ___ put to the test and maintained.
purity
54
God gave humanity the power of choice so that they could...
1
show they were wholly independent
2
be conscientious in dealing with others
3
be different from other created beings
4
grow morally and spiritually
4
55
Which are TRUE statements?
1
Adam and Eve both ate of the forbidden fruit.
2
Adam and Eve freely admitted their guilt when confronted by God.
3
"To dust you will return" means spiritual death for all humankind.
4
Christ is the promised offspring who would crush the serpent's head.
5
Humanity's expulsion from Eden symbolizes separation from God through sin.
6
God did not show His love again to Adam and Eve after pronouncing judgment on them for their sin.
1, 4, 5
56
The great truth of Genesis 3:1-6 is....
temptation came from outside of humanity
57
tactics of the enemy:
- using others to present the temptation
- questioning God's prohibition
- questioning God's goodness and love
- denying the fatal consequences of sin
- misrepresenting values to awaken desire
- intensifying the appeal on various levels
- adapting the temptation to the person
58
The aspects of temptation include...
1
innocence, rationalization, and individual needs
2
doubt, triple appeal, and the Fall
3
desire for wisdom and honesty
4
questioning God's judgment because He loves us too much to punish us
2
59
Which are TRUE statements?
1
Satan uses different tactics today than he used with Eve.
2
To avoid temptation Matthew 26:41 tells us to watch and pray.
3
People are too well-educated today to be deceived by Satan's appeal to the intellect.
4
Eve gave in to Satan's temptation because her sense of values was distorted.
5
Ephesians 6:16 tells us how to resist doubts.
2, 4, 5
60
the results of the Fall (evidences of a change in Adam and Eve's nature)
1) they knew evil by experience
2) communion with God was broken
3) humanity's nature was contaminated by sin
4) humanity faced the consequences of sin's entering the world
61
The most vital consequence of the Fall was being...
1
punished for disobedience
2
separated from communion with God
3
corrupted by sin
4
aware of good and evil
2
62
Where is the promise (called the first gospel) found?
Genesis 3:15
63
Which statements are TRUE?
1
Genesis 3:15 gives the first promise of redemption.
2
Because of God's judgment upon him, Satan could not continue his war against the human race.
3
God predicted that humankind would resist Satan and be victorious over him.
4
God's judgment on humanity has caused despair and grief in all areas of life.
5
There was little hope for the world after God's judgment was pronounced against sin at the time of the Fall.
6
Jesus' victory over Satan at Calvary was the fulfillment of God's promise to Adam and Eve.
7
Genesis 3:15 is a promise of a future Redeemer for all humankind.
8
God's provision of clothing for Adam and Eve symbolizes our restoration to fellowship with Him.
1, 4, 6, 7, 8
64
Which are TRUE statements?
1
Eve called her second son Abel because he was the son of promise.
2
Cain could not please the Lord while pride and jealousy were in his heart.
3
God still demands a pure heart and faith in worship.
4
Cain had not been warned of sin before he murdered his brother.
5
Cain's attitude toward Abel would not have been important if he had made a proper sacrifice.
2, 3
65
God protected Cain's life instead of executing him for his crime because God...
1
gives everyone a chance to repent and be saved
2
knew this punishment would be harder to endure
3
wanted Cain to spend his life in remorse
4
often allows wicked people to prosper
1
66
The value of the gift in Cain & Abel depended on what?
the attitude of the giver
67
2 aspects of worship that seem to bring the approval and blessing of God
coming to Him with praise and faith.
accepting how others worship in love.
68
Which statements are TRUE?
1
God left people to their own devices, and they had to guess which sacrifice would please Him.
2
Abel's sacrifice was accepted because it showed faith in God's promise.
3
Cain brought poor quality for a sacrifice, so God had to reject it.
4
According to the Genesis account, God told Adam and Eve that the only acceptable sacrifice was a blood sacrifice.
5
The revelation of truth concerning faith is still important in worship today.
6
God is interested in the value of our giving more than in our attitude in giving.
2, 5
69
2 sides to God's dealings with evil people - what are they?
punishment & mercy
70
What 2 things do we see in Cain's line?
cultural advance
&
moral decline
71
Contrast the spirit of Lamech with the spirit that Jesus taught.
Lamech was vengeful, but the Christian must always be forgiving.
72
What's special about Seth?
His line is to be God's channel of blessing for humanity (the Redeemer will come from his line)
73
Which statements are TRUE?
1
The significance of recording Seth's lineage is in his being chosen as the line of the Redeemer.
2
The main purpose of chapter 5 is to record the people who were living before the Flood.
3
Genesis 5 confirms the historical nature of Genesis.
4
Since Seth is described as having the likeness of his father, this rules out any reference to being in the image of God.
5
The last words of each life summary in Genesis 5 indicates a relationship with Genesis 2:17.
6
Natural death has no relationship to Adam's sin and God's judgment.
7
Everyone recorded in Genesis during the Antediluvian Age followed the same pattern of life and death.
1, 3, 5
74
Antediluvians - meaning?
the people who lived before the Flood
75
Which statements are TRUE?
1
In the genealogy given in Genesis 5, names refer to dynasties rather than specific people.
2
Six out of the nine people whose names are listed lived over 900 years.
3
Antediluvian people lived after the time of Noah
4
Of all people, Methuselah lived the longest.
5
The long life span extended into Abraham's time.
2, 4
76
2 possible explanations for the antediluvians' long lives
1) different climates before the Flood
2) long life was a mark of God's blessing on His people
3) the physical deterioration caused by sin had not reached its full effect
4) God permitted it so they could populate the earth more easily!
77
What purpose does Enoch's story serve?
gives humankind a hope in immortality and prefigures the coming rapture of the Church
78
What does it mean to walk with God?
it implies being conscious of His Presence and sharing His fellowship with no interruption
79
5 lessons from Enoch's walk with God:
1) It had a beginning - after Methuselah's birth.
2) It was in the midst of family responsibilities. (not isolated)
3) It did not guarantee long life.
4) It was in a wicked world. (surroundings don't matter)
5) It was crowned by God's taking Enoch home to Himself.
80
Enoch's walk with God shows us that walking with God...
1
keeps us isolated from life's responsibilities
2
provides long and successful life
3
means accepting His guidance and way of life
4
brings relief from wearisome, hard work
3
81
the greatest differences between Enoch and Noah
their work,
the length of their lives,
the way God showed His care
82
The theme of Enoch's preaching was...
the Lord is coming
83
3 possible explanations for the "sons of God" in Genesis 6
&
1 thing we know for sure about them
- Angels (but can't have sex)
- believers!! (married on basis of physical attraction alone)
- Sethites
They married based on physical appeal alone.
84
What was the theme of the age of the Nephilim?
self-exaltation
85
Some translators indicate that the Nephilim were...
1
Sethites married to Cainites
2
fallen angels
3
offspring of the daughters of men
4
giants
4
86
What is God's repentance?
an expression of His profound sorrow and an indication that He is about to begin a new course of action
(NOT a change of mind about His past work)
87
God determined to send the Flood with 2 purposes - what were they?
1) He would cleanse the earth by destroying the wicked generation and their civilization.
2) He would give humankind a new start by delivering His people and establishing as a new race the line from which the Redeemer would come.
88
Which statements are TRUE?
1
In the light of Genesis 6:5-8 and Hebrews 11:5 we see a God of judgment in the OT and a God of love in the NT.
2
Judgment and punishment were necessary for the salvation of humankind.
3
One purpose of the Flood was to give humanity a chance to start over.
4
The mercy and love of God is pictured in 2 Peter 3:9.
5
Setting a limit of 120 years on human life indicated God's judgment on humanity.
6
Descriptions of God in Genesis 6:6 are attempts to humanize God.
2, 3, 4
89
When people walk with God, God ____ with them and gives them a ____ to do!
talks
work
90
God revealed to Noah every aspect of the Flood EXCEPT...
1
a plan for storage of food in the ark
2
the number of each kind of animal and bird to enter the ark
3
the length of time to be spent in the ark
4
specifications for building the ark
3
91
What is the remedy for pollution?
purification
92
Which statements are TRUE?
1
The attitudes of many people today toward the message of coming judgment are similar to the attitudes of people in Noah's time.
2
Three types of pollution in our world are moral, environmental, and spiritual.
3
The Flood was so successful in purifying the earth that God says He will use the same method to cleanse the earth in the future.
4
The three types of pollution the author mentions are found only in highly industrialized countries.
5
The increase of terrorism, war, and violence is predicted in the Bible.
6
Faith in astrology and the occult is increasing because of spiritual pollution today.
7
Since God has already destroyed the race once and judged the earth severely, He will not send destruction on the earth again.
8
Because of the increase of sin, God is more patient with people today than He was in the days of Noah.
9
Spiritual purification is taking place today through the work of the Holy Spirit.
1, 2, 5, 6, 9
93
3 types of pollution
moral, environmental, spiritual
94
Often God uses _____ phenomena to do His will.
natural
95
In Genesis 6:19, 7:2, and 8:20, God added instructions about clean animals to....
1
restrict eating of meat while in the ark
2
provide animals for sacrifice after the Flood
3
assure preservation of all animal life
4
provide food for Noah and his family
2
96
Which statements are TRUE?
1
Noah captured the animals that God had identified and put them in the ark.
2
All land animals outside the ark died in the Flood.
3
God's provision for food for Noah is similar to God's provision for His children today.
4
Genesis 6:22 and 7:5 show that God directs people in spiritual life but not in temporal life.
5
Torrential rains and springs of the deep were 2 sources of water that caused the Flood.
2, 3, 5
97
2 views about the extent of the Flood
& 1 truth no matter what
1) traditional view - it was universal
2) local view - it covered only the inhabited earth of that day
Either way, it has universal significance - the most general and sweeping judgment between Creation and the consummation of the world.
98
The existence of Flood traditions is evidence of what 2 things?
the historical accuracy of the Bible
&
the unity of the human race
99
3 ways in which archaeology has confirmed the biblical account of the Flood
records of Ancient Babylon,
the Epic of Gilgamesh,
a tablet
100
In Genesis 8:1 we read "God remembered Noah," which suggests that God...
1
turned His attention away from Noah while the Flood was on the earth
2
was concerned with Noah only while he was building the ark
3
considered Noah less important once his primary work was accomplished
4
was initiating action to bring Noah out of the ark
4
101
In the NT, the Flood serves as a warning that God is ______
a just Judge
102
The apostle Peter saw a parallel between _____ and the salvation of Noah and his family in the Flood
water baptism
103
The gradual abating of the flood reveals the ____ ____ of God's working and His use of ____ processes to accomplish His purposes.
majestic slowness
natural
104
Noah's first act on leaving the ark was to...
1
seek a place to build his new home
2
look for some familiar landmarks
3
build an altar of consecration
4
see that all the animals had shelter and food
3
105
God responded to Noah's action after leaving the ark by...
1
promising Noah that no other judgment would occur in his lifetime
2
assuring Noah that the seasons would be regular for planting his fields
3
assuring Noah that He would always provide an escape from judgment
4
removing all visible aspects of the Adamic curse from the earth
2
106
Noah's actions after leaving the ark show that he was...
1
grateful for God's provision
2
still fearful of God's judgment
3
not quite ready to begin a new life
4
confused about what to do next
1
107
3 provisions God made for Noah and us today
Blessing,
Decrees,
Covenant
108
4 decrees God gave Noah after the Flood
1) be fruitful and fill the earth.
2) Have dominion over the animals.
3) Eat or drink no blood.
4) Establish capital punishment.
109
Which statements are TRUE?
1
Burnt offerings were first mentioned in the Scriptures in Genesis 8:20.
2
God placed no restriction on eating meat.
3
Murder was to be punished by execution.
4
God established a covenant with Noah and his family that He would never again bring judgment on humankind.
5
The Edenic order of Genesis 1:28 was repeated to Noah so the earth would be repopulated
1, 3, 5
110
The implication of the decree concerning capital punishment is that...
1
violence and capital punishment are alike
2
God puts little value on human life
3
capital punishment was decreed only for the era immediately following the Flood
4
we act as God's agents to direct a just society
4
111
The spiritual applications in God's provision for Noah...
1
remind us that God is always the same
2
are not applicable for us today
3
covered only the OT saints
4
have no counterpart in the NT
1
112
1 basic difference between the provision God made for Noah and His provision for Adam
meat was added to the diet (blood forbidden tho)
113
Why did God make the Noahic covenant?
to assure humankind of the continuation of the race and certainty of the future
- rainbow as sign
114
The covenant with Noah differed from other scriptural covenants in that it was....
1
a divine agreement
2
conditional; that is, it was for a particular group
3
universal and unconditional
4
dependent on human acceptance and behavior
3
115
3 reasons why the covenants in the Bible are important
1) they reveal God's will
2) they show His promises to humanity
3) They give the basis on which He will deal with humanity in a particular period.
116
Which statements are TRUE?
1
One must guard against the temptation to experiment with the things Scripture warns against.
2
One must never assume that he or she is strong enough to resist temptation in his or her own power.
3
One instance of yielding to temptation can result in embarrassment, loss of one's witness for God, and even personal tragedy.
4
The results of drunkenness can bring division in a family relationship.
all of these are true
117
What should the Christian's attitude be towards those who are enslaved by alcoholism?
loving and caring; many have been set free by the power of Christ!
118
Noah's saying against Canaan after Ham found him drunk should be taken as a prophecy or curse?
prophecy
119
Which statements are TRUE?
1
all the descendants of Canaan lived in Palestine
2
Noah's reaction toward Canaan was because of anger and shame
3
The Semites were to be the ancestors of the Aryan race
4
The Hebrews are part of the Semitic race
5
Noah's curse on Canaan was based on a desire to punish Ham
2, 4, 5
120
How was Noah's prophecy against Canaan (the son of Ham) fulfilled?
The Canaanites were conquered by the Semites (Israel) under Joshua.
The Semites became the redemptive line who worshipped the true God.
The Japhethites spread over a vast area in Europe and part of Asia. Many of these Gentiles found Christ under the apostolic teaching and have shared the blessings of Shem.
121
What does the table of nations in Genesis 10 have to do with the theme of the Bible: redemption?
It shows that all people are of one blood & form a natural fellowship under 1 Creator.
It gives the background for a redemption for all nations - not just for the people chosen as the channel through which it would come.
122
The origin of nations in Genesis 10 is an important aspect of redemption because it...
1
indicates God's chosen people
2
shows the natural fellowship of all people
3
traces the nations who are to be excluded from God's plan
4
gives the historical background of all nations
2
123
Which statements are TRUE?
1
the division of the nations began after Babel.
2
The author's purpose is to present a complete list of nations
3
Shem was the youngest son, so his genealogy comes last in the record.
4
After Genesis 11:10, there is no record of the Semites.
1
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Babylon (Babel) became the symbol of what & who started it?
Nimrod had his kingdom here. it became the symbol of the world system in revolt against God and of the oppressor of God's people
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Nimrod is considered a type of Antichrist by his...
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building the sinful city of Nineveh
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being a mighty tyrant against righteousness
3
revolt against God at Babel
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heading the Babylonian kingdom, which became the symbol of a great world system
3
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2 attitudes in today's world that are like building the tower of Babel
human defiance of God
&
pride in our own accomplishments
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1 way God accomplished His purpose by the confusion of languages at Babel
He scattered the people so they would populate the earth.
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Which statements are TRUE?
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One reason people gave for building the tower of Babel was to build a name for themselves.
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God indicated that people should not live together in large groups when He scattered them throughout the earth
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The second purpose for building the tower of Babel was to avoid God's command to spread out and fill the earth
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God preferred to have the people scattered abroad so the families could unite into clans
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God does not want people to unite for political power
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centralization would knit people together for military security
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God often uses unusual methods to accomplish His purpose
1, 3, 6, 7
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The climax of Gen 10-11 is the introduction of ____ .
Why?
Abraham.
He marks the beginning of the chosen nation of Israel, which is the center of interest throughout the rest of the OT>
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Terah's 3 sons
Abraham, Nahor, Haran (died)
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Adam & Eve's 3 sons
Cain (killed Abel)
Abel (died)
Seth (line of the Redeemer)
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Noah's 3 sons
Shem (line of Redeemer)
Ham (turned away from God)
Japheth (Gentiles, many would be included in the blessings of Shem)
