Unit 1 ( Intro To NT) Flashcards
Historical empires and the effect on the Israelite’s.
Greek empire: trade language changed throughout the east
Babylonian empire: Jewish temple was destroyed and Jews were dispersed
Roman Empire: issued census in the known world
Persian empire: Jews returned to their homelands and rebuilt
Which empire was ruling at the end of the OT?
The Persian empire
Which empire took over after the last empire at the end of the OT?
The Greek empire
Who was the leader of the Greek empire?
Alexander the Great
Prominent leaders during the last 2 empires and what their known for.
Antiochus IV, a Seleucid king: desecrated/ violated the Jewish temple
Matthias: Jewish priest who claimed the temple and faith
Maccabean: a group of Jews who revolted against the desecration of the temple
Pompey: Roman general who divided Syria into 3 territories
Julius Caesar: known as the ruler of the world
Herod the Great: was sent from Rome to recapture Israel for Rome
What were the Jews waiting for leading up to New Testament times?
- Restoration of Israel
2. In gathering of the nations
The Roman saw Caesar Augustus several key points that spoke of their values and religion. Name 2 different things he was referred to at the time of his birth and reign.
He was referred to as the “son of God” and “saviour”
What language is the OT written in?
Hebrew
What is the Septuagint?
The translation of the OT from Hebrew to Greek.
Why was the Septuagint written?
For Ptolemy’s library, he wanted a copy of every book in it. Also Ptolemy couldn’t read Hebrew, so he had his men write the OT in Greek.
When was the NT written?
In the 1st century
What language was the NT written in?
Greek
How books are in the NT?
27
What are the first four books called?
Gospels
What is the history book in the NT?
Acts
