Lecture Notes on Prophets, Worship, and Biblical Figures

These flashcards cover key concepts related to prophets, biblical figures, worship practices, and important terms from the provided lecture notes.

who are classical prophets?

• Isaiah or Jeremiah who wrote books and called people back to God.

who were pre-classical prophets?

• Samuel who mostly gave advice, didn't leave written books.

What does the Hebrew word 'lev' mean?

It means 'heart' and is important for understanding inner devotion.

What does the Greek term 'euangelion' refer to?

It means 'Good News' and is another word for the Gospel.

Who is Holofernes in the Book of Judith?

He is the enemy general whom Judith defeats.

What does 'berith beresah' mean in Hebrew?

It means 'covenant', referring to God's sacred agreement with His people.

Who is yoel and what was his warning?

Joel is a prophet who warned of disaster but also promised hope.

What was the significance of Manasseh as a king?

He was a very bad king who later repented.

What is the Liturgy of the Hours?

It refers to the prayers prayed by priests, monks, and nuns daily to sanctify the day.

What does 'halleluiah' mean?

It means 'Praise the Lord!'

What is the meaning of 'netsab' in Hebrew?

It means 'to stand' or 'endure', which is important in prophecy.

What does Zion refer to?

It is another name for Jerusalem.

What was the Edict of Cyrus?

It was when the Persian king allowed the Jews to return to Jerusalem after exile.

Who was Artemisia Gentileschi?

An artist who painted strong biblical women like Judith.

What is Lent?

A 40-day period of preparation before Easter.

What is meant by pilgrimage?

A journey to a sacred place.

What is humility in a religious context?

Seeing yourself honestly and knowing you depend on God.

Who was Josiah?

A king who helped reform and purify the worship of God in Israel.

Who was Antiochus Epiphanes and what was his impact?

Believed he was a god.

Who was Jeroboam?

The first king of the Northern Kingdom of Israel who led people into false worship.

What did Rehoboam do that caused the kingdom to split?

He ruled harshly, which led to division in the kingdom.

What is Solomon known for?

He was a wise king who built the Temple but later fell into sin.

Who was Caravaggio?

An artist who painted biblical scenes dramatically and realistically.

What is almsgiving?

Charity.

What does hope mean in a religious context?

Trusting God will bring good out of any situation.

What is a plenary indulgence?

It is a full removal of the punishment for sins already forgiven through confession, prayer, etc.

What is a breviary?

The book that contains all the prayers for the Liturgy of the Hours.

Who was Ezra?

Scribe.

What was Nehemiah's role?

Governor, He was a leader who helped rebuild Jerusalem's walls.

Who is Judith and what did she accomplish?

Judith is a brave woman who saved Israel by defeating Holofernes.

Who was Fra Angelico?

A monk and artist known for painting beautiful religious pictures.

jubilee

yobel shofar, special holy year when slaves are returned to land.

despair

• opposite of hope, opposite of trusting God.

magnanimity

great things for god.

Hezekiah

Good king who trusted God and protected Jerusalem.

Samaria

Capital of the Northern Kingdom, often symbolized unfaithfulness.