Bible Poetry & Wisdom Literature: Structure, Themes, and Key Books | Quizlet

What is poetry (in the Bible)?

Writing in lines of verse.

What is parallelism?

Repeating the same or similar idea in two lines.

What is antithetic structure?

Two lines that contrast each other.

What is synthetic structure?

The second line completes the first.

Who helped us understand types of Hebrew poetry?

Robert Lowth

What does the name 'Job' mean?

The meaning is uncertain.

Who wrote Job?

Unknown.

What is the center of Job?

Job's poem on wisdom.

What are the main theological messages of Job?

Divine wisdom and human suffering.

What does 'Psalms' mean?

'To sing.'

Who wrote the Psalms?

David, Solomon, Moses, Asaph, the sons of Korah, and others.

What is the longest chapter in the Bible?

Psalm 119

Who developed form criticism?

Hermann Gunkel

What is form criticism?

Literary materials can be grouped by similar form. Similar form suggests similar use. Other Near Eastern texts help explain Israel's literary forms

What is the theological message of Psalms?

Exploring the covenant relationship through Zion, history, Torah, kingship, and warfare.

What is the purpose of Proverbs?

A guidebook for successful living.

What is the main theme of Proverbs?

Fear of Yahweh.

What is another title for Ecclesiastes?

Qohelet.

What are the theological messages of Ecclesiastes?

Freedom of God and limits of wisdom, facing life realistically, preparation for the Gospel.

What is the theological message of Song of Songs?

Celebrates biblical marriage, sexual love, and God's love for His people.

What is one of the most influential Old Testament books?

Isaiah

How long is Isaiah compared to other books?

It is the second longest book in the Bible.

What are the three things the Suffering Servant refers to in Isaiah?

Israel, Remnant, and Jesus

What are the theological messages for Isaiah?

God as the holy one of israel, as savior and redeemer, remnant theme, servant of yahweh, spirit of yahweh (bringing order out of chaos), Gods rule over history

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What chapter was Isaiah called to ministry?

Chapter 6

What is Hebrew prophecy?

an oral/written discolsure in words through a human mouth piece transmitting the revelation of God and setting forth His will to man

What is ecstacy (feature of hebrew prophecy)?

men were driven by the word of God bearing the immense burden that God has placed upon them to deliver to His people

What is call (feature of Hebrew prophecy)?

men were called by God to preach a message of repentance to a rebellious people

What is character (feature of Hebrew prophecy)?

men were moved by the Holy Spirit to speak a message of repentance from sin and commitment to holiness

What does the name of the book of Jeremiah mean?

the Lord will loosen

When did the Northern kingdom fall?

722 BC

When did the Southern Kingdom fall?

586 BC

What kingdom was Isaiah ministering in?

Southern Kingdom

What is the primary structural feature of Hebrew poetry?

Parallelism, balancing lines of thought rather than rhyme.

What are the three main types of parallelism in Hebrew poetry?

Synonymous, antithetic, and synthetic.

Who was Rabshakeh?

An Assyrian military official and spokesman sent by Sennacherib to demand Jerusalem's surrender.

What strategy did Rabshakeh use against Judah?

Psychological warfare—mocking Judah's faith in God and attempting to intimidate the people.

Why is Rabshakeh's speech significant in understanding Hebrew prophecy?

It directly challenges God's power, setting up a prophetic demonstration of divine sovereignty.

How does the Sennacherib narrative function within prophetic theology?

It provides a historical example of God using and then restraining a foreign empire.

What contrast is shown between Rabshakeh and Hezekiah?

Rabshakeh represents arrogance and reliance on power; Hezekiah represents humility and reliance on God.