Chapter 5

This prophets message was that of doing concrete deeds of mercy and justice to the poor.

Sex, violence, and family discord were King David’s vices.

Elijah and Elisha were Israel’s prophets of social justice.

The denial and repudiation of faith is _______________

King Solomon is best remembered for his courage.

Obedience to God was the key to Israel’s success in taking possession of the Promised Land.

Which is not a prophet of the Southern Kingdom?

Without a temple, Jews were forced to meet in prayer houses called_______

The four prophets of the northern kingdom (Israel) were Elijah, Elisha, Amos, and Hosea.

The Book of Isaiah is actually the work of three authors.

Samuel was both judge and priest.

Israel was split into two kingdoms, Israel and Judea

In ancient Israel, those who acted as temporary military leaders were known as:

David became the sole king of Israel, but failed in uniting all tribes into a single nation.

Ezekiel placed great value on the Temple and Temple worship.

Who is the "suffering Servant" said to be?

Israel split into two kingdoms, Israel and Judah, under Solomon’s successor, King Rehoboam.

King David’s prayers demonstrate that nothing, not even sin, can keep us from the love of God.

The books of Joshua and Judges cover the historical period of Israelite monarchy.

This prophet shared a message of hope and universal reign by God that would bring peace.

The Babylonians destroyed the capital city and Jerusalem in 586 BC.

Isaiah is the largest of the prophetic books in the Bible.

Which prophet shares similarities with Jesus that include never marring and using parables while preaching?

Of these figures, Gideon, Samson, Jebediah, and Deborah, only Jebediah was not one of Israel’s judges.

Micah was the prophet who foretold that the anointed one would come from Bethlehem.

Next to Moses, __________ is the greatest prophet of the Old Testament

Solomon was known for his wisdom.

Meeting places for prayer and study were known as synagogues.

The biblical authors tend to gloss over the weakness of Israel’s heroes.

________ was jealous of David and attempted to kill him numerous times.

The conquest of the Promised Land took place over a period of 20 years.

What prophet is known for siding with the poor and performing many miracles?