The Prodigal Son
Who does the father in the parable represent?
God
What was Jonathon's relationship to King Saul?
King Saul was his father
Why did God send a storm while Jonah was on the ship?
Jonah disobeyed Him and was trying to run away.
Who was the king during Ahithophel's life?
King David
Why did God ask Abraham to sacrifice his son?
To test his faith.
How did the older son react when the younger brother returned home?
He became jealous that his father had a feast for his brother
Why did King Saul plot to kill David?
He became very jealous of him and feared he would overthrow him as king.
What type of fish swallowed Jonah?
The Bible doesn't say.
What was the relationship between David and Ahithophel?
Ahithophel was David's most trusted advisor.
What does the name Isaac mean?
Laughter
What occurred in the far country where the prodigal son went?
What sign would Jonathon give David to let him know if he was safe or not?
He would shoot three arrows. If he sends someone to get them and says, "The arrows are on this side of you," then he is safe. If he says, "The arrows are beyond you," then David is not safe and should flee.
What did God send to eat the vine Jonah was resting under?
A worm.
Who did Ahithophel and Absalom plot to kill?
David
Who came and told Abraham to stop before he sacrificed Isaac?
An Angel of the Lord.
What does the word "prodigal" mean?
Wasteful.
What was David & Jonathon's last interaction with each other?
After David fled, Jonathon went to Horesh to meet with him again
Where was the boat that Jonah got on headed to?
Opposite of Nineveh, toward Tarsish.
What book in the Bible can we read about Ahithophel?
2 Samuel
How many days after Isaac was born did Abraham circumcise him?
8 days.
What did the prodigal son receive upon coming home in addition to a robe and ring?
Shoes.
What did Jonathon ask David to promise him?
to always look out for those of Jonathon's household
After Jonah went to Nineveh, why did he become angry at God?
God had mercy on the Ninevites when they repented and Jonah was angry that He did not destroy them.
Where is Ahithophel mentioned in the liturgy?
Litany of the Assemblies.
At what point was Isaac not obedient to Abraham?
Never. He was always obedient