The Pentateuch
What was the consequence of the Israelite's unbelief in Numbers 14?
All those over 20 died and were not able to enter the Promised Land
What was the southern kingdom called and who was their first ruler?
Judah, Rehoboam
What country carried the northern kingdom into captivity?
Assyria
Name the type of parallelism in the following Psalms
"As a father has compassion on his children, so the Lord has compassion on those who fear him." Psalm 103:13
"Ascribe to the Lord, O mighty ones, ascribe to the Lord glory and strength." Psalm 29:1
Emblematic parallelism
Climatic parallelism
Why did Jonah refuse God's command to preach to Nineveh?
He didn't want the Ninevites to repent and receive grace.
He disobeyed God when he hit the rock with a stick instead of speaking to it.
What was the Northern Kingdom called and who was their first ruler?
Israel and Jeroboam
What country carried the southern kingdom into captivity?
Babylon
What are 3 prophecies in the Old Testament that are fulfilled by Jesus in the New Testament?
Born to a virgin, be pierced in his side, would be betrayed, would be ridiculed, his own would not believe him
According to Malachi, who will come before the day of the Lord arrives and which New Testament character fulfilled this prophecy?
Elijah and John the Baptist
Who were the only people from the original Israelite generation that were able to see the Promised Land and why?
Joshua and Caleb were the only ones who believed that God would help them to conquer their enemies and take the Promised Land
Matthew 1, Hebrews 11, James 2
Her faith transformed her from a prostitute to an example of faith and she was also in the lineage of Jesus.
Why were mixed marriages such a threat to the returned in Ezra?
They were trying to return to God and His original commandments, but they would marry pagans who would lead them astray to their false religions.
Name the type of parallelism in the following Psalms:
"For the Lord watches over the way of the righteous, but the way of the wicked will perish." Psalms 1:6
"Praise the Lord form the heavens, praise Him in the heights above!" Psalms 148:1
Antithetical parallelism
Synonymous parallelism
How were the ministries of Haggai and Zechariah related?
They both encouraged the rebuilding of the temple.
Why were the Israelites commanded to celebrate the Passover feast in the Old Testament and what significance does the Passover have for the New Testament?
Old Testament: To commemorate God's deliverance form slavery in Egypt
New Testament: Jesus was the ultimate Passover Lamb and sacrifice for our sins
What were the 3 main elements of the Nazarite vow and how to Samson break each of them?
1. Could not touch dead bodies - he touched the dead lion
2. Could not drink wine - probably drank wine at the party
3. Could not cut their hair - Deliliah cut his hair
What 2 things did Solomon do to demonstrate his devotion to the Lord?
He built the temple and asked God for wisdom.
In Jeremiah, what was the meaning of each of the following two symbols: the linen waistband and the instruction not to marry?
Linen waistband: It was rotten just as God's people had been corrupted with pride and unfaithfulness.
Not to marry: All the descendants would perish.
What were the 4 word pictures in the book of Amos that sent a message of judgement to the people of Israel?
locusts, fire, plumb line, and basket of ripe fruit
What were the 7 promises God gave to Abram in Genesis 12:1-3?
great nation, blessed, great name, be a blessing, bless those who bless you, curse those who curse you, all people will be blessed through you
What were the 3 responsibilites of a kinsman-redeemer?
What are the 3 basic promises of the Davidic Covenant?
Establish David's son on the throne
David's son will build the temple
David's line will last forever, which was fulfilled in Christ
What did the two visions in Ezekiel of the dry bones and the two sticks each teach about Judah's future?
Dry bones: God will breathe new life back into His people
Two sticks: Israel and Judah will be reunited.
How did Hosea's relationship with Gomer represent God's relationship with Israel?
Like Gomer, Israel had been unfaithful to God; therefore the nation would be punished. Just as Hosea restored Gomer as his wife, God would restore His relationship with Israel.