Lecture on the Pentateuch and Israelite History

A set of vocabulary flashcards derived from the lecture notes on biblical texts, focusing on key terms and concepts related to the Pentateuch and the history of Israel.

Pentateuch/Torah

The first five books of the Bible, encompassing the origin stories of the world and Israel.

Deuteronomy

The 'second law', a recounting of the Mosaic tradition of Torah in a sermon style, emphasizing covenant keeping.

Holiness

Means to be set apart, often in the context of worship and religious observance.

Exodus

The story of God leading the Israelites out of Egypt and slavery, establishing them as a nation through a covenant.

Numbers

A book detailing the Israelites' wanderings in the wilderness and the right ordering of life for worship.

Former Prophets

A collection of books narrating Israel's life after entering the promised land.

Judges

The narrative of Israel's attempts to establish itself, resulting in cycles of failure and violence.

Saul

The first king of Israel, characterized by impatience and failure to complete his divine assignments.

David

The second king of Israel, noted for unifying the kingdom and establishing Jerusalem as its capital.

Solomon

The third king of Israel, known for building the Temple and his association with wisdom literature like Proverbs.

Divided Kingdom

The period in Israelite history when the kingdom split into northern Israel and southern Judah.

Interpretive Strategies

Different approaches to understanding biblical texts, including literal, rhetorical, and allegorical methods.