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These flashcards cover key concepts, figures, and themes from the lecture notes on Ruth, Samuel, kingship in Israel, wisdom literature, and the prophetic books.

Was Ruth a Moabite?

Yes

Who is the high priest in 1st Samuel?

Eli

During what period was Samuel a prophet?

Samuel was a prophet during the transition period from the judges to the monarchy in ancient Israel.

How did Saul fail in his role?

Saul failed by disobeying God’s commands, famously sparing King Agag and the best livestock during a military campaign when God commanded total destruction.

What are God's specific rules for Kings?

God's specific rules for kings include: He must be an Israelite, not acquire great numbers of horses or return the people to Egypt, not take many wives, not accumulate excessive silver and gold, and read a copy of the law regularly.

Did David try to kill Saul?

No

Did Solomon obey Deuteronomy?

No

Where is the Davidic covenant in the Bible?

The Davidic covenant is primarily found in 2 Samuel 7, where God promises David an everlasting dynasty.

Who becomes king after David?

Solomon

Define what a wisdom book is.

A wisdom book is a type of literature that presents insights and teachings about life, morality, and the nature of God, often using proverbs, poetry, and philosophical reflections.

List the wisdom books.

Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and Song of Solomon.

Which wisdom book is considered foundational?

Proverbs

In which book is communion (relationship) the central theme?

Corinthians/song of Solomon

Write the definition of communion.

Communion is the relationship or fellowship between human beings and God, characterized by shared life, love, and commitment.

Definition of Psalm.

A Psalm is a sacred song or hymn, particularly one of the biblical hymns found in the Book of Psalms, used for worship and expressing emotion towards God.

How many psalms did David write in the Bible?

David is traditionally credited with writing 73 psalms, though the exact number can vary.

What is the message of the book of Job?

The book of Job explores the theme of suffering and divine justice, discussing the reasons for suffering and the nature of God’s governance of the world.

Are there messianic components in any of the Psalms?

Yes

What are the major movements in the Song of Solomon?

The major movements in the Song of Solomon include expressions of love and desire, celebration of marital love, reflections on longing and separation, and ultimate union and intimacy between lovers.

When did Israel (northern kingdom) and Judah (southern kingdom) fall?

Israel fell to the Assyrians in 722 BC, and Judah fell to the Babylonians in 586 BC.

Who is empowered in the book of Daniel?

Daniel and his friends are empowered by God to interpret dreams and visions.

What does the 2nd half of the book of Daniel focus on?

The second half focuses on prophetic visions concerning the end times and the eventual establishment of God’s eternal kingdom.

Which empire does Esther intervene?

Persian Empire

List the minor and major prophets.

Major Prophets include Isaiah, Jeremiah, Lamentations, Ezekiel, and Daniel; Minor Prophets include Hosea, Joel, Amos, Obadiah, Jonah, Micah, Nahum, Habakkuk, Zephaniah, Haggai, Zechariah, and Malachi.

Which Prophet was one of the first Judahites taken to exile?

Daniel

Who led the waves of the exile return?

Figures like Zerubbabel and Ezra led the waves of exile return back to Jerusalem.

List the post-exilic prophets.

The post-exilic prophets include Haggai, Zechariah, and Malachi.

Which minor prophet focuses on the coming day of the Lord?

Obadiah

Which minor prophet focuses on how Israel will live and worship God?

Micah