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Old Testament
The Old Testament is the first half of scriptures in the Christian Bible.
19,397 Questions
Was Ramses II the pharaoh of the Exodus?
Although the Bible confidently dates the Israelite Exodus from Egypt at around 1440 BCE, there are certainly good reasons for believing that Ramses II was the pharaoh of the Exodus, since it was he who built the city of pi-Ramses, mentioned in the story of the Exodus. The Amarna letters prove conclusively that the Canaanite rulers were still in full control of the land just a few decades before his reign began. Furthermore, archaeologists say that Hebrew settlements gradually began to appear in the hitherto sparsely populated Canaanite hinterland during the reign of Ramses II. However, it could not have been Ramses II who pursued the Hebrews out of Egypt, as he died peacefully as an old man and was buried in the Valley of the Kings, whereas Exodus 14:28 says that the pharaoh of the Exodus drowned in pursuit of the fleeing Israelites. For that matter, it could not have been any other pharaoh of the Late Bronze Age, since they have all been accounted for, and none died by drowning.
There are just too many discrepancies between the Exodus story and what we now know of history, so that nearly all scholars now believe there never was an Exodus from Egypt as described in the Bible. Pharaoh Ramses II died peacefully, unaware that the Israelites were beginning to develop settlements in the northern reaches of the Egyptian empire.
Who are the 6 major judges in the book of judges?
The six major judges in the book of Judges are Othniel, Ehud, Deborah, Gideon, Jephthah, and Samson. Each of these judges played a significant role in delivering the Israelites from their oppressors during that time.
Was Jeremiah accused of blasphemy rejected and imprisones but never lost hope in God?
Jeremiah is one of the Major Prophets in the Old Testament. He is known for not wanting to deliver the word from God to GodÕs people. He tried not to speak but sait it was like a fire in his bones until he released the word. There is no biblical reference that he blasphemy God.
In the bible it clearly states that Gideon defeated the midianites.
Why was God merciful towards Jonah?
God showed mercy towards Jonah because Jonah repented and turned back to God after initially resisting His command. God saw Jonah's change of heart and gave him a second chance to fulfill his mission of delivering a message to the people of Nineveh. Ultimately, God's mercy is a reflection of His love and desire for all individuals to have the opportunity to seek forgiveness and redemption.
Ezekiel 25:17 says: "I will carry out great vengeance on them and punish them in my wrath. Then they will know that I am the LORD, when I take vengeance on them." Though God is a God of love, above all else (1 John 4:8), Ezekiel reminds us that God is also the executioner of judgement on those who unrepentantly break his law. (Ezekiel 25:11-17/2Thessolonians 1:6-9/Jude 14+15)(Isaiah 33:22/ James 4:12). Infact, Solomon tells us at Ecclesiastes 12:13+14 that God will bring into judgement, any who are not obedient to his word. And Jesus made it clear that only the one who DOES the will of God will be rewarded with everlasting life(Matthew 7:21-23).
Are descendants of Abraham Israelites?
No, they are descendants from Africans. The Descendants of the original Hebrews are modern day Jews. Additionally, when the Assyrians conquered Israel many of them would have intermarried with other Arabic and Semitic people groups, as well as the two remain tribes in Judah. Contrary to what many teach the 10 lost tribes of Israel, were not technically lost, they were only lost in the sense that they inter-married and lost their unique ethnic identity. Any teaching that the 10 "lost" tribes of Israel either became the African race or the European race (The KKK teaches this), is racist propaganda that is intended to divide, discriminate, and oppress. Like racism itself these teachings have no basis in reality and no place in Christianity or in any part of the civilized world.
Where Naomi and Ruth traveling alone to Bethlehel?
To be totally sure no one knows. The story is largely apocryphal and the text does not go into any detail preferring to reflect on the motives and actions of the protagonists.
Why does God Create a new heaven?
he will create a new heaven in future because we are going to live not only once we will die and live for how many times only god knows and we will have a new life started all over again so when we die in our new life which is after death then we will go to the new heaven.
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Who was the mother of Ham's son?
The anme of Ham is not written in the bible. There are traditional books like the book of Jubilees written about 200 bc, which offers names of the four women of Noah's family - in the ark
Noah's wife - Emzara, daughter of Rake'el, son of Methuselah, she was his cousin. Shem's wife - Sedeqetelebab, Ham' wife - Ne'elatama'uk or Na'eltama'uk, Japheth's wife - 'Adataneses
Why OT books are divided in 5 divisions?
The Old Testament books are divided into 5 divisions based on the type of literature they contain: the Pentateuch (historical and legal books), the Historical Books, the Poetic Books, the Major Prophets, and the Minor Prophets. This division helps to organize the diverse content of the Old Testament and make it more accessible for study and understanding.
Is Abraham the father of monotheism?
What was the plague that killed Egypts first born?
The plague that killed Egypt's firstborn was the tenth and final plague in the biblical story of Exodus. It was known as the plague of the death of the firstborn, where all firstborn children in Egypt, including animals, were said to have died. This event ultimately compelled Pharaoh to release the Israelites from slavery.
What was the name of the tree that talked to Moses in the 10 commandments?
The tree that talked to Moses in the Bible is known as the "burning bush." It is a significant symbol in the book of Exodus, where God spoke to Moses and instructed him to lead the Israelites out of Egypt.
Who was the father of the canaanites?
According to Phoenician mythology, the Canaanites were said to be the descendants of Canaan, who was a son of Ham, one of Noah's sons. This genealogy can be found in the Bible, particularly in the Book of Genesis.
Who narrates the majority of the book of Deuteronomy?
The majority of the book of Deuteronomy is narrated by Moses, who addresses the Israelites with his final words and instructions before they enter the promised land.
The prophet was Amos. He was called by God to deliver a message of social justice to the people of Israel, warning them of the consequences of their unjust practices and the impending destruction of their kingdom if they did not change their ways.
Is Ham the middle son or youngest son?
Ham is usually described as one of Noah's three sons, along with Shem and Japheth. He is often depicted as the youngest son.
How did the lord dealt with the angels that sinned?
According to Christian theology, the Lord cast the angels that sinned into darkness and bound them in chains until the judgment day. This punishment is often associated with the fallen angel Lucifer or Satan and his followers who rebelled against God.
What percentage of the literary genre in the old testament is narrative?
Approximately 40% of the Old Testament is considered to be narrative, including stories such as creation, the exodus, and the lives of various biblical figures. Narrative passages in the Old Testament serve to convey history, provide moral lessons, and illustrate theological principles.
How does science look at Noah's Flood?
Was Joseph the interpreter of dreams a real Pharaoh?
Does the Book of Amos relate to us in the twenty-first century?
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The Bible is primarily a book about Israel and those countries which interact with it. Israel was all 12 tribes and not just Judah. Inspired Scripture from God does not necessitate the writer comprehending its full intent - consider Daniel.
With that said, Amos, like many other books of prophecy, have duality - meaning a warning for the general timeframe and then a warning for an end-time revelation (God says He never brings something about without letting mankind know it will come first). Amos gave a warning to Israel - 10 Northern Tribes about 30 years before their captivity by Assyria and their loss of national identity. Yet, they are not gone as Jesus sent His Apostles to the Lost Tribes of Israel and several historians noted these peoples - beginning with Josephus.
Knowing who they are today would bridge this Old Testament prophet to the 21st Century. In Ezekiel, God speaks of bringing His lost people Israel back to their brother Judah and uniting them once again in the Land of Canaan for ever. With the threads of other prophecies, it seems quite apparent that Amos' prophecies will fall again upon the modern peoples of the Lost Tribes of Israel and those nations that interact with them.
Has God promised that the motion that brings about the seasons shall not stop?
Genesis 8:22 says that as long as the Earth exists, then the seasons will not cease. But we also know that Creation itself has a finite lifespan, and will cease.
Some things are truly forever, such as God's righteousness and love.
Some are only around for as long as Creation exists: seasons, a chance to see someone come to Faith in Christ, pain and suffering for the believers.
