Old Testament
Who were Cain and Abel? Brothers and farmers.
What is a consequence we see in Adam, Eve, Cain, Abel, and God after the Fall? Love requires sacrifice.
What is the sin of the serpent/snake/leviathian? Temptation.
What was the consequence of Adam and Eve's disobedience? They were banished from the garden.
What is the significance of the Garden of Eden? It is the birthplace of humanity
What is the significance of God's covenant with Noah? It established a rainbow which is the sign of peace. & that he would never flood the earth again.
How many creation stories are there in Genesis? 2
What is the individual consequence of the snake/serpenant/levithan in the Fall? Humiliation: crawl on the floor
The first five books of the bible are called: The Penteteuch
What was the purpose of the Flood? To cleanse the Earth of Sin
What do the geneologies teach us in the bible? Who is in each family and the broken families in the Bible
Who were the first two humans created by God? Adam and Eve.
Once Moses was finally leading the people out, what was the first problem they encountered? Ex 14:8: A pursuing army
Which was the final plague? Ex 11:4-5: Death of the firstborn.
What tribe was Moses from? Ex 2:1: Levi
When Moses first asks Pharaoh to let the people go, what is the result of the request? Ex 5:1-9: The peoples burdens increased.
What was the sign that God first used to attract Moses' attention? Ex 3:2: Burning Bush
What are the Ten Plagues?: Signs of Gods power
Who led the Israelites out of Egypt?: Moses
How many times was Moses given the ten commandments on the tablets? Deut 10:1-2: 2
How did Moses recieve the ten commandments?: Mount Sianai
What is the significance of the Ten Commandments?: They represent Gods moral standards
Which of the following phrases is Moses most known for? Ex 5:1, 7:16, 8:1, 8:20, 9:1, 9:13....: Let my people go
When God spoke to Moses to send him to free the people of Israel, how many times did Moses try to avoud being sent Ex 3:11-4:13: 5
Which was the second plague? Ex 8: Frogs
What mount did Moses die on? Nebo
What is the significance of the Passover?It commemerates the Isrealites escape from slavery.
Who gave Moses his name? Exodus 2:10: Pharaohs Daughter
In order to convince Moses to go, God gives him three signs to perform, which of the following is NOT one of the signs? Ex 4:1-9: Make frogs come out of the Nile
Which is the first plague that Pharaoh's magicians could not reproduce? Ex 8: Gnats
What happened to the first set of tablets? Deut 9:17: Moses broke them
What did God provide the Israelites in the desert? : Manna and quail and water from a rock
What did Moses do to the Egyptian which was beating a Hebrew Ex 2:12: He killed him
What happened to Pharaoh's dreams? They came true
What was the name of Abraham and Hagar’s son? Ishmel
What did Esau do? Hunted
Which of Jacob's brothers was he fully related to? Benjamin
What does Joseph send his brother to go buy and sell in Egypt? Grain
Issac liked which son better? Esau
What was the significance of Isaac's near-sacrifice?It tested Abrahams faith
What was the name of Abraham and Sarah’s son? Isaac
Who is Isaac's first wife? Rebekah
Who is Jacob's youngest son? Benjamin
What did Esau sell his birthright for? Porridge
Who were the twins of ___? Jacob and Esau
Who is Abraham's first son? Ishmel
What was Isaac's sons name? Jacob
Who was sold into slavery in Egypt? Joseph
What did Jacob's name become after he wrestled the man for a blessing? Israel
Who did Jacob marry first? Leah
Which brother is sold into slavery? Joseph
How many siblings does Jacob have? 11
What was Sarah's name before it was changed? Sarai
______ hips was dislocated when wrestling with an angel? Jacob
Why did Sarai get upset with Hagar? Hagar thought she was better then Sarah.
What did God want Abraham to offer as a sacrifice? Isaac
What was Jacob’s name changed too? Israel
Who is considered the father of the Israelite people? Abraham
Why did Jacob wear sheepskin to receive Isaac's blessing? To deceive his dad
Who was listening when Isaac spoke to Esau about giving him the blessings? Rebekkah
Which of Laban's daughters had Jacob's first child? Leah
Who were Jacob's twelve sons? The founders of the twelve tribes
Did Rebekah have one or two kids? 2
Who was born first Jacob or Esau? Esau
In what land did Jacob live? Canan
Who were the first twins in The Bible? Jacob and Esau
Name the two kingdoms formed after the division. Israel and Judah
What is the significance of the covenant God made with David? It promised an everlasting dynasty.
What role did Rahab play in the conquest of Jericho? She hid Isrealite spies.
Who was Solomon, and what was he known for? A builder of the Temple.
Who were the Judges? Military Leaders
What is the significance of the covenant renewal at Shechem? It reaffirmed Isrealites commitment to God.
Describe the relationship between David and Saul. Saul was jealous of David.
Who succeeded Moses as the leader of the Israelites? Joshua
Who was the prophet that confronted King Ahab? Elijah
What was the significance of the Babylonian Exile? It brought faith among the Jews
What were the consequences of Solomon's idolatry? The kingdom divided after his death.
Who was the first King of Israel? Saul
What caused the division of the kingdom after Solomon’s reign? Tax burdens and forced labor
What were the main positive accomplishments of King David? Building the temple
What role did the Assyrians play in the history of Israel? They conquered the northern kingdom of Israel
What was the first city conquered by the Israelites in Canaan? Jericho
What did Isaiah reveal the savoir would come as? Suffering Servant
Which of Job's friends suggested his tests could be used for growth, rather than punishment for his sins? Elihu
What did Isaiah teach, as a message of hope, after the exile? God’s covenant promises would be fulfilled
The Book of Job is a story that addresses suffering alongside God's goodness: True
Who wrote the most Psalms? David
How do the Psalms reflect the emotional and spiritual life of Israel? They express deep sorrow and joy
In the Book of Ecclesiastes, what does the author conclude about life? It is all hevel, and meaningless to God
What wisdom themes are present in the Book of Proverbs? The value of wisdom and understanding
Who does not belong to the tribe of Levi? David
Who wrote the most Proverbs? Solomon
What is the main message of the Book of Isaiah? Judgement and hope for the resurrection
What is the Book of Job primarily about? Suffering and the nature of God
Job was not faithful: False
Which are the three major prophets of the Old Testament? Jeremiah, Isaiah, Ezekiel
Who was swallowed by a great fish trying to flee from God? Jonah
In early Genesis stories we learn that survival_____ is greater than the moral code
What is the significance of sacrifice and atonement in Old Testament worship? It was a way to maintain a relationship with God
What does the Old Testament reveal about the nature of God? He is loving, just, and Holy
The Old Testament is: The story of God’s boundless love
What did the Temple of Jerusalem matter? It served as a center for worship and sacrifice
How does the concept of covenant play a central role in the Old Testament? It defines the relationship between God and Jerusalem