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Old Testament
The Old Testament is the first half of scriptures in the Christian Bible.
19,397 Questions
What connection does Rahab have with Jesus?
Rahab, mentioned in Hebrews 11:31 and James 2:25 is the same Rahab found in the Old Testament book Joshua 2:1.
Rahab appears to have been an innkeeper or a harlot. She protected two Israeli spies from soldiers of the King of Jericho.
Is Daniel of the lions den famethe son of king david?
Yes, King David was a prophet according to both the Old and New Testament.
The prophets who wrote down their prophecies (think of the Old Testament Major and Minor Prophets like Isaiah, Jeremiah, etc.) declared their prophecy by saying God (YHWH) was speaking directly to them.
David says this in 2 Samuel 23.
The book of Acts in the New Testament also declares King David a prophet in Acts 2:29-35.
How many times did God speak to Noah?
In the Bible, God spoke to Noah multiple times. God initially spoke to Noah to command him to build an ark to prepare for the flood and later gave him instructions on how to take pairs of animals and his family into the ark. Overall, God communicated with Noah several times throughout the story of the great flood.
How much is seventeen silver shekels in the old testament?
In the Old Testament, seventeen silver shekels would be equivalent to a certain weight of silver, rather than a specific monetary value. The value of silver can fluctuate based on market conditions, so it is not possible to determine an exact amount without more information.
How many verses in chapter 1 in the book of genesis?
There are 31 verses in chapter 1 of the book of Genesis.
What was prophesied in Old testament Malachi 31?
I will assume you mean Malachi 3:1. This verse describes the coming of the Messiah, whose way would be prepared by a special messenger. This Messiah will surprise his people.
The New Testament says this prophecy was fulfilled in John the Baptist as the forerunner (Matthew 11:10), and Jesus as the Messiah.
Why do people say King Hezekiah asked God for a longer life when the Bible does not say that?
People say that, because it's implicit in 2 Kings ch.20. Hezekiah was close to death, he prayed to God, and was promised more years of life (2 Kings 20:1-6), which implies clearly that his prayer included the request for further years of life.
How were you forgiven from sin in the Old Testament?
In the Old Testament, sins were typically forgiven through the offering of sacrifices, such as burnt offerings or sin offerings, as outlined in Leviticus. A person would bring a prescribed animal sacrifice to the priest who would then offer it on their behalf to atone for their sins.
How many times did the presence of God accompany the Israelites in the book of Exodus?
The presence of God accompanied the Israelites multiple times in the book of Exodus. Some notable instances include when God appeared to Moses in the burning bush, when God led the Israelites with a pillar of cloud by day and a pillar of fire by night, and when God's presence descended on Mount Sinai in fire, smoke, and a loud trumpet blast.
What is the Arabella covenant?
This is not biblical however the Arabella Covenant is an essay written in 1630.
This was an essay written by John Winthrop in 1630 while he was on a ship called the Arabella travelling to New England. It said that the Puritans had an agreement with God to build a truly Christian community where the rich did not take advantage of the poor but were kind and giving and the poor worked hard to contribute to society. (You see how that one worked out).
What excuses did Moses give in trying to avoid leading the Israelites?
"I can't talk, I have a stutering problem."
Answer:
None. He offered rational reasons, not excuses. He was a servant of God and was completely willing to lead the Israelites, provided that his mission not be undermined by some overriding consideration. Therefore, he discussed the matter with God (Exodus ch.3 and 4) in order to clarify any possible problems.
Here are the issues that Moses raised (ibid):
1) "Who am I, that I should speak to Pharaoh and lead the Israelites?" Moses was very humble (Numbers ch.12) and wasn't sure of his worthiness.
2) "What should I tell the Israelites that Your name is?" The Israelites will want a direct relationship with You, not through a prophet alone, and they'll want to know how to address You personally.
3) "They won't believe me." The Israelites do not accept every newcomer and innovation; they are loyal to tradition.
4) "I can't speak smoothly." Moses' lack of smooth speech-ability might seem to reflect poorly on God's mission.
5) "Please send someone (else)." Moses was sure that there must be more qualified people, such as his brother, who was older and a prophet too.
What were some of the terms of the bible covenant?
Jewish tradition: There are three covenants. Two which God made with Abraham (Genesis ch.15 and Genesis ch.17), and one with Abraham's Israelite descendants in the time of Moses after the Exodus.
1) In Genesis ch.15, the Covenant Between the Parts:
a) God informs Abraham of future events (the Egyptian exile)
b) God promises the land of Canaan (Israel) to Abraham's descendants
c) The covenant is finalized through a demonstration of God's presence (see Genesis 15:7-9 and 15:17).
2) In Genesis ch.17, the covenant of circumcision:
a) The promises of many descendants (17:2,3) and of inheriting the land of Canaan are repeated (17:8), but the main thing in this covenant is the promise that God will be the God of Abraham (17:7, 17:8).
b) God promises that Abraham and Sarah will have a son (17:15-16), whom they will name Isaac (17:19) and who will be the continuation of God's covenant with Abraham (17:21).
c) The covenant itself is manifested through circumcision, for Abraham and his descendants (17:10).
3) The covenant between God and the Israelite nation (see Exodus ch.19 and ch.24), was made in the time of Moses, with Moses serving as the messenger.
This covenant is one of obedience, to listen to God's voice (Exodus 19:5), which will include the entire Torah (24:12). God, for His part, promised to treasure the Israelites (Exodus 19:5; and see also Deuteronomy 26:16-19). The covenant was manifested through God's giving the Ten Commandments (Exodus ch.19-20), and was finalized (on our part) through the sacrifices described in Exodus ch.24.
And in Christianity: there is also the new covenant which God has made, based on the death burial and rssurrection of Jesus Christ, the Lamb of God:
Mark 14:24 And He said to them, "This is My blood of the new covenant, which is shed for many.
Hebrews 7:22 by so much more Jesus has become a surety of a better covenant.
Hebrews 12:24 to Jesus the Mediator of the new covenant, and to the blood of sprinkling that speaks better things than that of Abel.
The story of the Witch of Endor also known as the Medium of Endor is found in the First Book of Samuel The story of Saul and the Witch of Endor is below. NOTE: This story is taken from the original 1611 King James Version of the bible and has kept the original spelling, it may be difficult for some to read. The scripture is reference for you to be able to find the story yourself if you desire.
1 Samuel 28: 3 - 25
3 Now Samuel was dead, and all Israel had lamented him, and buried him in Ramah, euen in his owne citie: and Saul had put away those that had familiar spirits, and the wyzards, out of the land.
4 And the Philistines gathered themselues together, and came and pitched in Shunem: and Saul gathered all Israel together, and they pitched in Gilboa.
5 And when Saul saw the hoste of the Philistines, he was afraid, and his heart greatly trembled.
6 And when Saul enquired of the Lord, the Lord answered him not, neither by dreames, nor by Urim, nor by Prophets.
7 Then said Saul vnto his seruants, Seeke me a woman that hath a familiar spirit, that I may goe to her, and enquire of her. And his seruant said to him, Beholde, there is a woman that hath a familiar spirit at Endor.
8 And Saul disguised himselfe, and put on other raiment, and hee went, and two men with him, and they came to the woman by night, and he said, I pray thee diuine vnto me by the familiar spirit, and bring me him vp whom I shall name vnto thee.
9 And the woman saide vnto him, Beholde, thou knowest what Saul hath done, how hee hath cut off those that haue familiar spirits, and the wyzards out of the land: wherefore then layest thou a snare for my life, to cause me to die?
10 And Saul sware to her by the Lord, saying, As the Lord liueth, there shall no punishment happen to thee for this thing.
11 Then said the woman, Whome shall I bring vp vnto thee? and he said, Bring me vp Samuel.
12 And when the woman saw Samuel, she cried with a lowd voyce; and the woman spake to Saul, saying, Why hast thou deceiued me? for thou art Saul.
13 And the king sayd vnto her, Be not afraid: for what sawest thou? And the woman said vnto Saul, I saw gods ascending out of the earth.
14 And he said vnto her, What forme is he of? And she said, An old man commeth vp, and he is couered with a mantle. And Saul perceiued that it was Samuel, and hee stouped with his face to the ground, and bowed himselfe.
15 And Samuel said to Saul, Why hast thou disquieted me, to bring me vp? And Saul answered, I am sore distressed; for the Philistins make war against me, and God is departed from me, and answereth me no more, neither by Prophets, nor by dreames: therefore I haue called thee, that thou mayst make knowen vnto me, what I shall doe.
16 Then said Samuel, Wherefore then doest thou aske of mee, seeing the Lord is departed from thee, and is become thine enemy?
17 And the Lord hath done to him, as hee spake by mee: for the Lord hath rent the kingdome out of thine hand, and giuen it to thy neighbour, euen to Dauid:
18 Because thou obeiedst not the voice of the Lord, nor executedst his fierce wrath vpon Amalek, therefore hath the Lord done this thing vnto thee this day.
19 Moreouer, the Lord will also deliuer Israel with thee, into the hand of the Philistines: and to morrow shalt thou and thy sonnes bee with mee: the Lord also shall deliuer the hoste of Israel into the hand of the Philistines.
20 Then Saul fell straightway all along on the earth, and was sore afraid, because of the words of Samuel, & there was no strength in him: for he had eaten no bread all the day, nor al the night.
21 And the woman came vnto Saul, and saw that he was sore troubled, and sayd vnto him, Behold, thine handmayd hath obeyed thy voice, and I haue put my life in my hand, and haue hearkened vnto thy words which thou spakest vnto me:
22 Now therefore, I pray thee, hearken thou also vnto the voyce of thine handmaid, & let me set a morsel of bread before thee; & eat, that thou mayest haue strength, when thou goest on thy way.
23 But hee refused, and said, I will not eate. But his seruants together with the woman compelled him, and he hearkened vnto their voyce: so he arose from the earth, & sate vpon the bed.
24 And the woman had a fat calfe in the house, and she hasted, and killed it, and tooke flower and kneaded it, and did bake vnleauened bread thereof.
25 And she brought it before Saul, and before his seruants, and they did eate: then they arose vp, and went away that night.
Who occupied the southern coastal plain of modern Israel for most of the Old Testament period?
After the Assyrian conquest of Israel and much of the Levant, Phoenicia became one Assyrian province, Megiddo became the capital of the Assyrian province of Galilee, and the coastal area around the city of Dor appears to have become the province of Duru. Israel itself became the province of Samaria.
Who are the modern descendants of the Philistines?
The Philistines were a sea people who arrived in the Levant around 1250 BCE and settled in the fertile coastal plains and foothills from the Egyptian border north to present-day Tel Aviv.
Over time, they absorbed a wave of Nabatean immigrants and were then culturally absorbed by their Canaanite neighbours to the north. After the Alexandrian conquests, they absorbed the Greek language and culture, as did their neighbours, other than the Jews. Because of this, by New Testament times we find them sometimes see them referred to by the Jews as "Greeks", sometimes as gentiles.
The former Philistines were pagans in the Roman Empire, but with the arrival of Christianity, became Christians. The Arabs overran Palestine in the seventh century CE, after which most became Muslims but a significant number remained Christians even to this day. Modern Palestinians are considered to be descended from various races in the region, including Philistines, Canaanites, Greeks, Romans, Nabataeans, Peninsular Arabs and others.
Who was in Canaan before Abraham arrived?
The Canaanites (Genesis 12:6). They were descendants of Ham (Genesis ch.10). There were also some Semites, distant cousins of Abraham. According to tradition, Malki Tzedek (named in Genesis 14) and Tamar (named in Genesis 38) are examples of this latter group.
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In the real world, yes, adoption would have been a better course. However, scholars now believe that Abraham was not a historical person. The reason for this supposed liaison was to create a subplot about Ishmael and thereby complete the biblical genealogy of all the nations known to the Israelites. The portrayal of personal jealousy between Sarah and Hagar reflected the historical jealousy between the Hebrews and the Ishmaelites.
Answer:
Abraham didn't adopt a child because God had promised him that he would have a son born of his own seed (Genesis ch.15). After many years of Sarah remaining barren (Genesis ch.16), the proper course of action seemed to be to take another wife (which was permitted in the ancient world, and in Judaism until 1,000 years ago). Note that nowhere is Sarah blamed for her preference of her own household over that of Hagar. On the contrary, God corroborated her feelings (Genesis ch.21).
The problem of jealousy is one that may occur in any family containing siblings and is not an excuse for limiting the size of the family.
Comment (RE: God promised Abraham a son from his own seed)
In the film, "Another Perfect Stranger", a modern day Jesus is on a plane talking to a young woman who asks him if he has any kids of his own. Jesus responds, "No. No physical descendants." The young woman responds perplexed, "No physical descendants?" "That's right", Jesus cleverly replies. Abraham's descendants are like the sands of the seashore or stars in the heavens. But these are not physical descendants. They are children of the King, Jesus. Those of the family of God.
Does the name Liam come from the old testament?
No, the name Liam does not come from the Old Testament. It is a shortened form of the Irish name Uilliam, which is the Irish equivalent of William.
The Torah and the Talmud don't record that information.
The simple meaning of the verse is that Jacob would give his tithes to whomever he found to be worthy and needy. This could include poor people and servants of God. By the time of Jacob, the teachings of Abraham had begun to take root, and there were some servants of God to be found. Also, the righteous disciples of Malki-Tzedek (Genesis ch.14) hadn't yet died out.
Note that the Ibn Ezra commentary (on Genesis ch.28) agrees with this explanation.
The Ramban commentary seems to hint that Jacob was alluding to the future Holy Temple (to which the tithe of yearling sheep would be brought. Leviticus ch.27).
The Midrash says that Jacob fulfilled this vow when he set aside the Tribe of Levi as servants of God.
Did Abraham live before or after the flood?
After. The story of Noah and the Flood in Genesis comes before the story of Abraham and the descent into Egypt. According to tradition, Abraham was born 292 years after the Flood.
Who were the parents of king saul?
Saul's father was called Kish (see 1 Samuel 9:1), of the tribe of Benjamin. His mother isn't named.
What is the meaning of Jehovah-rophe?
Jehovah-Rophe is a Hebrew term that means "The Lord who heals." It refers to God's ability and willingness to restore physical, emotional, and spiritual health to those who are in need. This name emphasizes God's compassion and power to bring healing and wholeness to His people.
What is the proper pronunciation of Gath-hepher?
The proper English pronunciation of Gath-hepher is Goth Hay-fur. The proper Hebrew pronunciation is Gat Khayfer.
How many good kings were there in Israel?
19 kINGS OF ISRAEL (northern Kingdom after division in 975 B.C.) 20 KINGS OF JUDAH (southern Kingdom) ________________ 39 Kings total *If you want their names, let me know. paulsteffens@verizon.net
