The Wall Rebuilt
What was Nehemiah's job for King Artaxerxes of Persia?
Cupbearer
What was Ezra and what had he committed to do?
He was a priest and a scribe, and he had committed to study the law of the Lord, obey it, and teach it to all God's people.
The temple and wall had been rebuilt in what city?
Jerusalem
King Ahasuerus was king of what nation?
Persia
Name the books of law in order.
Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers, Deuteronomy
What news caused Nehemiah to weep, fast and pray?
He learned that God's people in Jerusalem were in trouble because the wall was broken and the gates were burned.
How long had it been since the temple was completed and when Ezra arrived in Jerusalem?
60 years
How did God say the priest dishonored Him?
Their blemished sacrifices and by leading His people away from God.
Why were the Israelites called Jews?
Because they were from Judah
With what does the book of Genesis end?
The death of Joseph
How did the king respond when Nehemiah asked the king to send him to Jerusalem to rebuild the wall?
He agreed and even provided the wood and letters needed.
Why was Ezra so upset that he tore his clothes and got on his knees praying and confessing their sin?
He learned that the people of God had not separated themselves from the other nations and their wicked practices.
After Malachi there was no word from God for how many years?
400
Why was Queen Esther hesitant to go before the King like Mordecai asked?
Because anyone who went before the king who had not been summoned would be put to death unless he raised his gold scepter.
Who was the leader of the Israelites after Moses?
Joshua
What lies did their enemies start telling?
They said God's people were rebuilding the wall because they planned to rebel.
When the people repented, Ezra read from the book of Moses for how long?
From dawn to noon.
Who was the last prophet of God in the Old Testament?
Malachi
What did Esther ask Mordecai to do first?
To gather all the Jews to fast and pray for her for three (3) days.
Who were the first and second kings of Israel?
Solomon & David
How long did it take to rebuild the whole wall and what did their enemies say?
It took 52 days to rebuild, and their enemies were scared because they knew God had helped them.
Name 3 ways we can worship God.
many ways like…
God told the people, "Return to me and I will.." do what?
"And / will return to you."
Why was evil Haman so angry with Mordecai?
Because Mordecai was a Jew and would not bow down to Haman.
In order name the last 3 books of history in the Old Testament.
Ezra, Nehemiah & Esther.