Nations University BRS 123: Theology of the Hebrew Scriptures - Module 2

What is the nature of God as seen in the Old Testament?

It is first seen in his self-revelation and illustrated by his concrete acts in the life of the people.

What consistent message does the Old Testament offer?

It offers a consistent message with interwoven themes in diverse literary compositions.

What does the Bible present itself as?

A book about God's activity in the world.

How were prophetic predictions often characterized?

They were often conditional and acted as incentives toward right action.

What did God promise Abraham?

That all peoples on earth would be blessed through him.

What fundamental sin poisons the covenant relationship according to prophetic themes?

Spiritual adultery with idolatry.

What does the Hebrew word 'know' sometimes embrace?

The idea of experience — to 'know' Yahweh in a spiritual way.

What is the basic element in a covenant?

Loyalty.

What do the attributes of God in the Old Testament testify to?

A wholesome portrait of God.

What did God tell Moses he had done regarding Israel?

He had heard Israel's groaning and remembered his covenant.

What lies at the core of the Hebrews' relationship with God?

The covenant.

What does 'cult' denote?

Rituals performed in worship.

What do the patriarchal stories begin with?

The promise of blessing.

What was 'salvation' to Israel basically about?

Deliverance from a crisis.

How did Hosea dramatize Israel's unfaithfulness?

By taking a wife of unfaithfulness.

What emerges as a major event in Yahweh's activity?

The establishment of David's house.

What was the object of God's saving activity in entering Canaan?

To make possible a new quality of life through covenant relationship.

What does OT theology seek to understand?

Biblical themes as they develop during God's dealings with people in the biblical period.

What was the salvation that Israel recalled on numerous occasions?

Deliverance from Egyptian slavery.

What is a parity covenant?

One made between two parties of equal status.

What is the absolute source of the created order?

God.

What results when man gives in to temptation?

Sin.

What does the physical creation serve as evidence of?

God's incomparability, wisdom, and care.

What does the term 'image of God' describe?

The affinity in holiness that man has to God.

What language is highlighted in the context of salvation/judgment?

The day of Yahweh.

What was the basis of covenant law considered to be?

Important for understanding God.

What was the concept of covenant before the time of Moses?

A common concept.

What is an inaccurate statement about faith?

Faith is solely a mental condition.

Who desired to build Yahweh a house?

David.