Religion 9 - U6/U7 Study Guide Flashcards

Vocabulary and People from the Historical and Prophets sections

Joshua

Leader of Israelite tribes after Moses, led them into the Promised Land

Samuel

The last judge, called by the Lord, did not want a king

Saul

First king, appointed with oil by Samuel, disobedient

David

Second king, appointed by Samuel, abuses his power, commits adultery

Solomon

Third king, son of David, most wise person, built a temple

Ruth

Woman of valor, becomes a part of Jesus’ family tree, loyal follower of God

Judith

Cuts off someone's head because he is a bad person, saves Israelites

Rahab

Housed Israelites to save them

Prophet

Preaching on the failures of God’s people and messages of hope

Messiah

“Anointed One” - the Savior promised by God

Sabbath

Saturday, day of rest

Synagogue

A meeting place for Jews to study and prayer

Samaritans

Descendants of a mixed population of Israelites

Rabbi

Jewish master or teacher of the Torah

Judge

The cycle in Judges is: Israelites sin, God disciplines them, Israelites repent, God delivers them and sends a ____.

Davidic

The _ Covenant promises a son who would build the temple and reign over Israel forever.

Two main themes in prophetic messages

Accusation and Comfort

Cosmic Imagery

Refers to the use of celestial and astronomical symbols to convey divine messages, prophecy, and theological truths.

Local events

The prophets use cosmic imagery to explain____ and hope for restoration.

Suffering Servant songs

Speaks of a Chosen One who will bring justice and will suffer innocently. Written by Isaiah