BIB 106 EXAM 2 QUESTIONS (ANSWERED)
VERIFIED SOLUTION
Know the major theological themes of the book of Kings (from the textbook)
Retribution theology
Know the major promises of the Davidic Covenant
1. Prosper his offspring and discipline them
2. Establish David's offspring forever and build David's throne for every generation.
Know the significance of "the Word of the Lord" in the book of Kings
The prophetic word is mightier than the royal sword
Know the two best kings of Judah, and when they reigned
Josiah 640-609 B.C.
Hezekiah 729-686 B.C.
Know the significance of the Mosaic Covenant in the book of Kings
Even though there are numerous counts of covenant infidelity on the part of Israel, God
continue to be faithful to His covenant promises.
Know the two unique features of Solomons temple
90' long x 30' wide x 30' tall
lined with carved cedar and cypress with a gold overlay
Be able to define the term "wisdom"
Skillful living
Know the major themes of Job, Proverbs, and Ecclesiastes
Job: wisdom is found in God, humans cannot understand His wisdom, God does not
have to explain himself to us.
Proverbs: Wisdom originates in a genuine trust and fear of Yahweh, practically, wisdom
consists of making divinely-informed choices between good and evil, such wisdom is to
be desired above all else in order to live a full and godly life.
Ecclesiastes: to call humanity to develop a God-entered worldview.
Know the chronological order of:
Davidic covenant, construction, division, isaiah, jeremiah, exile
Know some of the common misconceptions about the prophets (form the
textbook)
The prophets were thought to be hysterical babblers, fortune-tellers, and religious
fanatics. They were none of these things.
Know the main purpose of a "prophet"
Covenant enforcers
Know the three major components of the prophetic message
1. Israel/Judah has broken the covenant and needs to repent
2. If there is no repentance, then there will be judgement
3. Beyond this judgement lies hope of restoration
Be able to define "forthtelling" and "foretelling"
Forthtelling: messages for a prophet's own audience about their own day or the near
future.
VERIFIED SOLUTION
Know the major theological themes of the book of Kings (from the textbook)
Retribution theology
Know the major promises of the Davidic Covenant
1. Prosper his offspring and discipline them
2. Establish David's offspring forever and build David's throne for every generation.
Know the significance of "the Word of the Lord" in the book of Kings
The prophetic word is mightier than the royal sword
Know the two best kings of Judah, and when they reigned
Josiah 640-609 B.C.
Hezekiah 729-686 B.C.
Know the significance of the Mosaic Covenant in the book of Kings
Even though there are numerous counts of covenant infidelity on the part of Israel, God
continue to be faithful to His covenant promises.
Know the two unique features of Solomons temple
90' long x 30' wide x 30' tall
lined with carved cedar and cypress with a gold overlay
Be able to define the term "wisdom"
Skillful living
Know the major themes of Job, Proverbs, and Ecclesiastes
Job: wisdom is found in God, humans cannot understand His wisdom, God does not
have to explain himself to us.
Proverbs: Wisdom originates in a genuine trust and fear of Yahweh, practically, wisdom
consists of making divinely-informed choices between good and evil, such wisdom is to
be desired above all else in order to live a full and godly life.
Ecclesiastes: to call humanity to develop a God-entered worldview.
Know the chronological order of:
Davidic covenant, construction, division, isaiah, jeremiah, exile
Know some of the common misconceptions about the prophets (form the
textbook)
The prophets were thought to be hysterical babblers, fortune-tellers, and religious
fanatics. They were none of these things.
Know the main purpose of a "prophet"
Covenant enforcers
Know the three major components of the prophetic message
1. Israel/Judah has broken the covenant and needs to repent
2. If there is no repentance, then there will be judgement
3. Beyond this judgement lies hope of restoration
Be able to define "forthtelling" and "foretelling"
Forthtelling: messages for a prophet's own audience about their own day or the near
future.
