Unit 8 - Major Prophets Flashcards
Who wrote the book that contains many messianic prophecies?
Isaiah
His book contains many messianic prophecies.
Who witnessed the fall of Jerusalem and wept over it?
Jeremiah
He witnessed the fall of Jerusalem and wept over it.
What book compares Jerusalem to a widow and a slave?
Lamentations
It compares Jerusalem to a widow and a slave.
Who is a prophet that acted out his prophecies?
Ezekiel
He acted out his prophecies.
Why was Daniel brought to Babylon in exile?
Because he was smart and handsome
He was brought to Babylon in exile for his intelligence and appearance.
Who is the Messiah that Isaiah was prophesying about?
Jesus
He is the Messiah that Isaiah was prophesying about.
Who was the king of the Babylonian Empire?
Nebuchadnezzar
He was the king of the Babylonian Empire.
What does the Babylonian Empire represent in Nebuchadnezzar’s dream?
Gold
It is represented by gold in Nebuchadnezzar’s dream.
What does the Greek Empire represent in Nebuchadnezzar’s dream?
Brass or bronze
It is represented by brass or bronze in Nebuchadnezzar’s dream.
What does the Medo-Persian Empire represent in Nebuchadnezzar’s dream?
Silver
It is represented by silver in Nebuchadnezzar’s dream.
What does the Iron represent in Nebuchadnezzar’s dream?
Roman Empire
It is represented by iron in Nebuchadnezzar’s dream.
What do Iron & Clay represent in Nebuchadnezzar’s dream?
Crumbling Roman Empire
They represent the crumbling Roman Empire.
What does the term ‘Messiah’ mean?
Anointed one
The term ‘Messiah’ means anointed one.
What were two ways Daniel was daring?
He prayed and trusted in God
He showed bravery through prayer, trust in God, and good character.
What materials were represented in King Nebuchadnezzar’s dream?
Gold, Silver, Brass, Iron, Iron & Clay
Gold - Babylon, Silver - Medo-Persian, Brass - Greek, Iron - Roman, Iron & Clay - Crumbling Roman Empire.
List two things that Isaiah prophesied about the Messiah.
Virgin birth and suffering for us
Isaiah prophesied about the virgin birth and the suffering of the Messiah.
What was one symbolic prophecy Ezekiel performed?
Lie flat on your side for 390 days
This symbolized the bearing of sin for 390 years for Israel.
What was another symbolic prophecy Ezekiel performed?
Lie flat on your side for 40 days
This symbolized the bearing of sin for 40 years for Judah.
What are two responsibilities of God’s Watchmen?
Warning those who do wrong and encouraging those who do right
They also tell others about Christ’s return.
