BST110 Exam 1

What is the Old Testament (and the whole Bible) described as?

The “great story of the universe” in narrative form.

What did Paul say about Scripture?

“All Scripture [OT in his day] is God-breathed and useful.”

What are the 4 sections of the English Old Testament?

Pentateuch (Torah), Historical, Poetic, Prophets.

What are the 3 sections of the Hebrew Bible (Tanak)?

Torah (Law), Prophets, Writings.

Why can’t you skip Acts 1–3?

Without Creation, Fall, and Promise, Jesus’ story loses its foundation.

What was Marcion’s error?

Tried to discard the OT — the early church rejected him.

How is the Bible about Jesus?

Promised (OT), Present (Gospels), Preached (Acts), Explained (Letters), Expected (Revelation).

What is Primeval History?

Genesis 1–11 (creation, Fall, flood, Babel).

What do Genesis 12–50 cover?

Israel’s beginnings as God’s covenant people.

What do we learn about God in Genesis 1–2?

• God simply is (preexistent)

• Made everything not God

• One God

• Speaking God (creates by His Word)

• All creation is good

• God rests after creation

• Creation proclaims His glory

What do we learn about humanity in Genesis 1–2?

• Made in God’s image

• Made male and female

• Husband and wife innocent

• Created to rule (kings in God’s image)

• Created to serve (priests in creation)

• Created for relationship

How do Genesis 1–2 fit into the whole Bible?

Sets stage for Fall; doctrine of creation resurfaces; shapes worldview.

What worldview questions are answered?

• Where are we? God’s good creation

• Who are we? Image-bearers, rulers/servants

• What’s gone wrong? Sin/rebellion

• What’s the solution? God’s promise → Christ

What were the four deceptions of the serpent?

Question God’s Word, Doubt God’s goodness, Deny God’s judgment, False promise of being like God.

What were the initial consequences of the Fall?

Loss of fellowship with God, loss of fellowship with others, death enters.

What promises did God make to Abraham?

Great nation, blessing, land, all nations blessed through him.

What are the major Old Testament covenants? Noahic

Never destroy earth with flood again

What are the major Old Testament covenants? Abrahamic

Nation, blessing, land, all nations blessed

What are the major Old Testament covenants? Sinai

Mutual commitment → God’s people, God’s law, blessings/curses

How were the laws of the Torah viewed?

As a gift, not a burden.

What are the eight broad categories of the law?

Worship God alone, support religious establishment, observe holy days, remain ritually pure, keep kosher, avoid sexual immorality, act with justice, show mercy/respect.

What is the Enuma Elish?

Babylonian creation myth → gods’ conflict, rise of Marduk. Genesis 1 contrasts it with one Creator God.

What is the Gilgamesh Epic?

Ancient story with early flood narrative.

What does Tetragrammaton mean?

The divine name “YHWH” revealed to Moses at the burning bush.

What happened at Mount Sinai?

Covenant given, Law delivered, Tabernacle instructions, Israel’s identity/role revealed.

What is Lex Talionis?

“Law of retaliation” → an eye for an eye, proportionate justice.

What is the Ark of the Covenant?

Sacred chest in the Tabernacle holding Ten Commandments; later in Jerusalem.

What is the Tabernacle?

Portable sanctuary, dwelling of God’s presence, place of worship/sacrifice.

Who were the Levites?

Tribe set apart for service in Tabernacle/Temple; priests descended from Aaron.

What is Passover (in Exodus)?

Israel’s deliverance from Egypt → plagues + Sea of Reeds crossing, “day of redemption.”

What does Torah mean?

“Guidance/teaching,” not just “law.”

Act 1

God establishes His Kingdom-Creation

Act 2

Rebellion in the Kingdom-Fall

Act 3

The King Chooses Israel-Redemption Initiated

Act 4

The Coming of the King-Redemption Accomplished

Act 5

Spreading News of the King-The Misson of the Church

Act 6

The Return of the King-Redemption Completed