Torah
Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers and Deuteronomy all fall under what heading of the OT story flow?
The CREATION of God's people
This book never mentions the Lord by name
Esther
Who is the author of the book of Proverbs?
Solomon
What are the "Major" prophets
Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel (often wrongly group in with the majors is Daniel which is more so a historical/apocalyptical book)
What is another name for Song of Solomon?
Song of Songs
What is the Abrahamic Covenant? [bonus 100 points for a the book (50) and chapter (50) it is given]
The promise of land, seed and blessing for Abraham and his descendants.
Genesis 12, 15 and 17
What is the Davidic Covenant? [100 extra points for book (50) and chapter (50) when it is given]
The promise from the Lord to David that one of his descendants would reign on the throne forever.
2 Samuel 7:8-16
What are two genre's of the Psalms?
Thanksgiving, Praise, Lament (wisdom or law also accepted)
How is the book of Jeremiah compiled?
Theologically/Thematically
Intro - ch.1
The Sins of the people - ch. 2-29
Restoration/Hope - ch. 30-33
Judgment - ch. 34-51
Conclusion - ch. 52
What two prophetic books both end with a question?
Jonah and Nahum
What is the theme of Leviticus?
[Hint: it corresponds with the key verse (100 extra points for knowing the correct verse)]
Holiness.
Leviticus 19:2 - "You shall be holy, for I the LORD your God am holy."
Ezra, Nehemiah and Esther are examples of what period of time for Israel
Post-exilic (after the exile)
What is one thing you learned from Ecclesiastes?
- Life will not always be fulfilling
- Enjoyment in life comes from a Christ-centered worldview
- You are not in control of your life, as you think you are
- Life is a gift from God
What are the post-exilic prophets?
Haggai, Zechariah, Malachi
What is the sixth heading in our OT story flow?
Disestablishment (or exile) of God's people
The 10 commandments given to the Israelites are all ultimately about what?
Relationship.
First 4 - relationship to Yahweh
Last 6 - relationship to each other
What did your teacher say was the purpose of 1-2 Chronicles? (multiple correct answers)
1. Deliberate retelling of Israel's history with a theological emphasis to explain why God's people were in exile.
2. To restore hope to the people that they are still God's people and he will still dwell among them
3. To remind the people that they need a Greater King... (Jesus)
4. Focuses on the Priests and Kings
How many books are the Psalms broken up into?
5
What is one tip for how to interpret OT prophetic books? (numerous answers)
1. Figure out immediate context
2. Figure out what the main message is (salvation, judgment)
3. Study the balance between historical forth-telling and futuristic fore-telling
4. Determine what kind of language it is written in
5. Place these texts in their overall place in redemptive history
6. Look for certain recurring and sweeping themes
7. Think about how the NT uses the OT passage
Why is the book of Numbers titled "numbers"
Because of the census' taken and recorded in the beginning and ending of the book
Deuteronomy serves as a . . . (multiple acceptable answers)
acceptable answers:
- Covenant Renewal
- (Theological) Summary of Israel's History
- Preparation for the second generation to enter into the promise land
What is the cycle that is repeated in the book of Judges
Rebellion (sin), Oppression, Repentance, Deliverance, Peace, Rebellion (sin).
What is the main theme of Job?
Undeserved Suffering
What is the only prophetic book that we did not teach in the class? (+200 if you can name the book we taught 2xs)
Zephaniah
(Nahum x2)
Job is described this way by God three times in the first two chapters of the book...
Blameless, upright, fearing the Lord and turns away from evil. (1:1, 1:8, 2:3)