Judaism: Life of Abraham Flashcards
To learn about origins of Judaism + variants
1
Q
Who was Abraham + why was he important?
A
- patriarch
- life saw introduction of covenant between God and Chosen people
- his actions led to the singular understanding of one God
2
Q
Where was Abraham born?
A
- Born in Ur, Babylonia
- polytheistic time
3
Q
What were the promises of God to Abraham? (5)
A
- great nation
- reward after being forced to move from Canaan will be great
- son Ishamel
- descendents “as numerous as the stars in the sky” (Genesis 26:4)
- Through A’s blessing descendants will find blessing: “As for you, you must keep my covenant, you and your descendents after you for the generations to come” (Genesis 17:9)
4
Q
What is Circumcision?
A
Reaffirms promises through covenant of circumcision - covenant sealed
- calls A to “walk before [Him] faithfully and be blameless” (Genesis 17:1)
- circumcision of all male descendants to signify obedience
- Brit Milah
- “every man child among you shall be circumcised” (Genesis 17:10)
5
Q
What was the first promise made to Abraham by God?
A
- Establishes covenant: “make [Abraham] into a great nation and I will bless you” (Genesis 12:2)
6
Q
Where did God call Abraham to move?
A
Canaan
7
Q
What did God promise Abraham after he moved? (2)
A
- Covenant reaffirmed: “reward will be great” (Genesis 15:1)
- promise son Ishmael: “a son who is [his] own flash and blood” (Genesis 15:5)
8
Q
How was the covenant sealed/reaffirmed promises?
A
- Through the Covenant of Circumcision
- God calls A to “walk before [Him] faithfully and be blameless” (Genesis 17:1)
9
Q
How did God test Abraham’s faith?
A
ask to sacrifice Isaac
- shows A’s full devotion to God
