Walking the Bible

Powers

What does Genesis mean?

In the beginning or origin; the first book of the Bible.

Where does the creation story take place?

Where the Tigris and Euphrates Rivers meet.

What happened on Day 1 of creation?

Light and darkness.

What happened on Day 2 of creation?

Sky and water.

What happened on Day 3 of creation?

Land, seas, and plants.

What happened on Day 4 of creation?

Sun, moon, and stars.

What happened on Day 5 of creation?

Fish and birds.

What happened on Day 6 of creation?

Land animals and humans.

What happened on Day 7 of creation?

God rests.

Why are water sources important in Genesis?

They provide life, support civilizations, and connect biblical locations.

Where is Noah's Ark believed to be located?

Mount Ararat.

Why do the parachutists refuse to show Feiler the Ark?

They believe its location should remain secret and protected.

Which three religions trace their roots to Abraham?

Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.

Why did God call Abraham to Canaan?

To establish a covenant and promise land to his descendants.

What is a covenant?

A sacred agreement or promise.

What happened to Sodom and Gomorrah?

God destroyed both cities with fire and sulfur.

Where was Abraham going to sacrifice Isaac?

Mount Moriah. Isaac was not actually sacrificed.

What stands at the traditionally identified site of Isaac's sacrifice?

The Dome of the Rock in Jerusalem.

How does Feiler retrace Joseph's steps into Egypt?

By following the routes of the Bedouin.

What special gift does Joseph have?

The ability to interpret dreams and predict the future.

What position does Pharaoh give Joseph?

Vizier, or second in command of Egypt.

How does Joseph respond to his brothers?

He forgives them, welcomes them to Egypt, and lets them settle in Goshen.

What was life like for Israelites in Egypt?

Initially cared for and fed; later they became slaves.

What does Moses (Moshe) mean?

To be born out or drawn out.

Who do the notes identify as Pharaoh during Moses' time?

Ramses II; the historical identification is debated.

Why does Moses flee to Midian?

He kills an Egyptian who was beating a Hebrew slave.

What was the first plague?

Water turns to blood.

What was the second plague?

Frogs.

What was the third plague?

Lice or gnats.

What was the fourth plague?

Flies.

What was the fifth plague?

Disease affecting livestock.

What was the sixth plague?

Boils.

What was the seventh plague?

Hail.

What was the eighth plague?

Locusts.

What was the ninth plague?

Darkness.

What was the tenth plague?

Death of the firstborn.

What are three theories about the Red Sea crossing?

Miraculous parting; strong winds pushing water aside; or crossing a shallow Reed Sea marsh.

Which route do scholars believe the Israelites took?

South through the mountains of the Sinai Peninsula for protection.

What was manna in the desert?

A white, gum-like substance from tamarisk trees.

What is identified as the Burning Bush at Saint Catherine's Monastery?

A rare raspberry bush.

What is significant about Moses' encounter on Mount Sinai?

The Israelites become the people of God's law.

What does Moses receive on Mount Sinai?

The Ten Commandments.

What does the desert experience remind humans to do?

Wait on God.

From where does Moses view the Promised Land?

Mount Nebo in present-day Jordan.

Who leads the Israelites into the Promised Land?

Joshua.

What is Bruce Feiler's purpose in Walking the Bible?

To visit biblical locations and better understand their history, meaning, and faith.

What role do mountains play in the film?

Sacred places where people encounter God, receive guidance, and experience important events.

Mount Ararat is associated with what?

Noah's Ark.

Mount Moriah is associated with what?

Abraham preparing to sacrifice Isaac; the Dome of the Rock.

Mount Sinai is associated with what?

Moses receiving the Ten Commandments.

Mount Nebo is associated with what?

Moses viewing the Promised Land before his death.