Biblical Apocalyptic Literature Quiz
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Match the biblical verses with their main themes:

Daniel 2:31-45 = Vision of a great statue representing kingdoms Revelation 13:1-2 = Description of a beast with authority Revelation 1:9-20 = Vision of the exalted King and judge Revelation 21:17 = Measurement of the New Jerusalem's wall

Match the features of Jesus in Revelation with their meanings:

Robe and Sash = Exalted king and coming judge White Hair = Wisdom and honor of age Blazing Eyes = Penetrating search of hearts Bronze Feet = Strength and purity for judgment

Match the common characteristics of apocalyptic literature:

Angelic Messenger = Delivers messages from God Highly symbolic visions = Use of metaphors and symbols Warnings of coming trials = Call to perseverance in faith Glimpse of the supernatural realm = Insight into heavenly realities

Match the general principles for interpretation of apocalyptic literature:

<p>General impression = Not detailed descriptions Symbolism = Figurative language interpretation Visions of final judgment = Portrayal of God's ultimate authority Warnings = Encouragement to endure trials</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the descriptions of the locusts in Revelation with their characteristics:

<p>Crowns of gold = Symbol of authority Human faces = Representation of intelligence Breastplates of iron = Strength in battle Noise of wings = Imminent threat of danger</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the images associated with God’s presence in Revelation:

<p>Radiant Face = Glory and unapproachable light Powerful Voice = Thunderous authority Blazing Eyes = Revealing our true natures Bronze Feet = Symbol of purity in judgment</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the descriptions of the beast in Revelation with their attributes:

<p>Ten horns = Symbol of power Seven heads = Representation of completeness Blasphemous names = Defiance against God Leopard-like appearance = Swift and unpredictable</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the Old Testament apocalyptic passages with their specific event or theme:

<p>Daniel 7:1-12 = Vision of four beasts representing kingdoms Daniel 2:31-45 = Interpretation of dreams about future empires Daniel 9:24-27 = Prophecy about the coming anointed one Daniel 12:1-3 = Resurrection and final judgment</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following forms of audience with their descriptions:

<p>Timeless Audience = Relevant across all times Time-bound Audience = Specific to a particular era Contemporary Audience = Modern readers or viewers Ancient Audience = Original recipients from ancient times</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following aspects of writing with their definitions:

<p>Tone = The author's attitude toward the subject Setting = The time and place of the narrative Theme = The central idea or message Purpose = The author's intent in writing</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following elements with their corresponding statements in 3 John:

<p>Setting = Some of John’s missionaries had been rejected by Diotrephes Purpose = Commend Gaius and others for their support Theme = Continue walking in the truth Author = John, disciple of Jesus</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following literary works with their authors:

<p>Tale of Two Cities = Charles Dickens 3 John = John, disciple of Jesus Philippians = Paul, apostle Genesis = Moses</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following Biblical verses with their main themes:

<p>Luke 24:25-27 = Prophetic interpretation of Christ Philippians 4:11-13 = Contentment in all circumstances John 3:16 = God's love and salvation Romans 8:28 = All things work together for good</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following literary context elements with their descriptions:

<p>Historical Background = Information about author and audience Literary Context = Interpreting a text based on its surrounding Theme = Recurring ideas across the text Tone = The emotional quality of the writing</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following aspects of literature with their types:

<p>Letter = A personal written communication Historical = Narrative based on historical events Wisdom = Literature offering moral advice Prophetic = Literature conveying divine messages</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their associated functions in literature:

<p>Observation = What do I see? Survey Reading = Getting the big picture quickly Context = The environment influencing the text Initial Impressions = First thoughts about the literature</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following categories of the Apocrypha with their respective texts:

<p>Historical = 1 Maccabees Religious = Judith Wisdom = Ecclesiasticus (Sirach)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following elements with their descriptions regarding Canonicity:

<p>Canonicity = Recognition of inspired writings by the church Apocrypha = Writings mostly from the intertestamental period Old Testament = Affirmed before the birth of Christ New Testament = Attests to the authority of other NT books</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following arguments for the inclusion of the Apocrypha with their explanations:

<p>Alluded in NT = Referenced by early church fathers Affirmed by councils = Supported by church councils in the late 300's Found in Dead Sea Scrolls = Discovered among ancient manuscripts Early Greek copies = Included in versions of the Old Testament</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following time periods with the corresponding authority or tradition:

<p>40–100 A.D. = Time of Apostolic Authority A.D. 33 = Formation of early church teachings A.D. 100 = Completion of the New Testament writings A.D. 400 = Formalization of the Canon</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following texts with their roles in validating New Testament writings:

<p>2 Peter 3:15-16 = Affirms Paul's letters as Scripture Gospels = Testify to Christ's authority Revelation = Revelatory conclusion of the New Testament Pauline Epistles = Establish doctrinal foundations</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following Apocryphal texts with their specific categories:

<p>Prayer of Manasseh = Religious Wisdom of Solomon = Wisdom Baruch = Religious Additions to Esther = Historical</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following descriptions with the corresponding Apocryphal texts:

<p>1 Maccabees = Describes historical events of the Maccabees Susanna = Narrative of a woman's trial Prayer of Azariah = A prayer from the book of Daniel Bel and the Dragon = Story against idolatry</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms related to Canon with their definitions:

<p>Canon = Authoritative list of texts Old Testament = Hebrew scriptures recognized before Christ New Testament = Christian scriptures attested by early church Extrabiblical = Sources outside the biblical text</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following types of Psalms with their descriptions:

<p>Lament = Addressed to God in times of distress and plea for deliverance Thanksgiving = Celebrating God’s faithfulness with gratitude and joy Wisdom = Contrasting the way of the righteous and the wicked Imprecatory = Prayers calling down judgment on the psalmist’s enemies</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following principles of Apocalyptic interpretation with their explanations:

<p>Symbolism should not be taken too literally = Understanding figurative language without strict literalism Symbolism should not be interpreted too specifically = Avoiding detailed allegorical interpretations that aren't supported Figurative Use of Numbers = Recognizing that certain numbers signify deeper meanings Overall message focus = Prioritizing the thematic content over exact details</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following Psalms with their examples:

<p>Lament = Psalm 22 Thanksgiving = Psalm 136 Wisdom = Psalm 1 Penitential = Psalm 51</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following Psalm types with their characteristics:

<p>Royal Psalms = Celebrating God as King Pilgrimage Psalms = Songs for ascent to worship in Jerusalem Imprecatory Psalms = Longing for God’s judgment, not personal vengeance Penitential Psalms = Expressing sorrow over sin and asking for forgiveness</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following themes with their corresponding Psalms:

<p>Confidence/Expectation = Included in Lament psalms Gratitude and Joy = Found in Thanksgiving psalms Contrasting lifestyles = Theme of Wisdom psalms Judgment on enemies = Focus of Imprecatory psalms</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following symbolic elements from Apocalyptic literature with their meanings:

<p>12 gates = Representing the completeness of God's kingdom 7 seals = Symbolizing divine perfection and authority New Jerusalem = A vision of God's ultimate fulfillment Angles = Messengers of God’s will</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following Psalms with their types based on their emotional tone:

<p>Psalm 22 = Lament Psalm 136 = Thanksgiving Psalm 73 = Wisdom Psalm 51 = Penitential</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following qualities of poetry/Psalms with their descriptions:

<p>Emotional Expression = Intended to express strong emotions Figurative Language = Utilization of symbols rather than literal meanings Spiritual Reflection = Encouraging contemplation on faith and existence Community Worship = Promoting shared experiences in worship settings</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following statements with their corresponding insights regarding Biblical interpretation:

<p>Our motivation for application is wrong. = Legalism and moralism The Holy Spirit's role. = Teacher and convictor Meta-narrative of Scripture. = Big picture interpretation Historical background of a book. = Author, recipients, and occasion</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following aspects of literary context with their descriptions:

<p>Verses before the focus text. = Contextual connection Verses after the focus text. = Continued thematic development Literary genre of the book. = Type of literature Compositional features. = Observations on text structure</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following elements of scripture to their specific functions in interpretation:

<p>Prayer in interpretation. = Remembering the Holy Spirit Meta-narrative themes. = Creation, fall, redemption, restoration Interpretive Worksheet. = Guiding study and understanding General question of application. = How to encourage or challenge others</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following components of the interpretive process with their corresponding tasks:

<p>Historical Background. = Summarizing author and audience Literary Context. = Connecting surrounding verses Observations. = Noticing text features Application. = Using truth to comfort or challenge</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following literary features with their corresponding study methods:

<p>Marking up a text. = Close reading Reading multiple times. = Deep understanding Consulting study resources. = Historical and contextual insight Summarizing adjacent verses. = Connecting themes</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following interpretive questions with their focus areas:

<p>How does this text encourage? = Personal application How does this story fit within Scripture? = Meta-narrative analysis What is the genre? = Literary classification What are the author’s distinctive features? = Textual analysis</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following steps in the interpretive process with their respective actions:

<p>Reviewing the introduction. = Understanding purpose Looking at the conclusion. = Summarizing key themes Flipping through the text. = Familiarization Using online resources. = Supplementing study</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following key terms with their meanings in Biblical interpretation:

<p>Interpretive Worksheet. = Structured study tool Historical Background. = Contextual setup of text Literary Context. = Connection of verses Compositional Features. = Structure and form of text</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following biblical references with their key themes:

<p>Romans 16:1 = Phoebe as a servant of the church 1 John 2:15 = Warning against loving the world Genesis 2:24 = Unity in marriage Philippians 1:22 = Living in the flesh for fruitful labor</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following key words with their cautions in interpretation:

<p>Hope = Pay attention to the author's intended meaning Heart = Avoid illegitimate totality transfer Servant/Slave = Consider the context before applying meanings Saints = Beware of broad definitions</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following phrases to their meanings in context:

<p>The desires of the flesh = Opposed to the desires of the Spirit Thorn in the flesh = A persistent problem or challenge All flesh is like grass = The transitory nature of human life The two will become one flesh = The union of marriage</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following scripture translations to their respective interpretations:

<p>John 3:16 = God's love leading to eternal life 1 John 2:15-16 = The conflict between worldly desires and God's will Galatians 5:17 = Opposition between spirit and flesh 1 Peter 1:24 = The temporary state of human existence</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following terms with their definitions:

<p>Semantic Range = All possible definitions of a word Concordance = A tool for tracking word usage in the Bible Illegitimate Totality Transfer = Misapplying every possible meaning of a word Agape vs. Phileo = Different types of love in Greek context</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following keys to their respective guidelines for word studies:

<p>Clues from context = Provide the best definition fit Different translations = Help illustrate varied interpretations Avoid technical meanings = Broad or overlapping definitions can mislead Focus on author's meaning = Ensure clarity in interpretation</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the biblical references to their concepts of love:

<p>John 3:16 = God's unconditional love for humanity 1 John 2:15 = Warning against attachment to worldly desires Romans 16:1 = Service as an expression of love Galatians 5:17 = Conflict between spiritual love and earthly desires</p> Signup and view all the answers

Match the following biblical terms with their key characteristics:

<p>Diakanos = Servant or deacon in the church Flesh = Represents human frailty and desires Spirit = Represents divine influence and will Saints = Believers in Christ set apart for God's purpose</p> Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Course Information

  • Course Title: Bible and the Gospel
  • Course Number: BTGE-1725
  • Semester: Fall 2023
  • Instructor: Dr. Timothy Cochrell

Biblical Theology

  • The entire Bible is one book, inspired by one author, with one story culminating in Jesus Christ.
  • Biblical theology is an attempt to read the Bible in a structurally and conceptually unified fashion.
  • It provides a big-picture view of the Bible and how individual parts fit within the larger whole.
  • Biblical theology helps us see how each text connects to other parts of the Bible and contributes to the overall story.

The Story of Scripture

  • Students should create a line graph of ten significant Old Testament events, showcasing the storyline.
  • Three major themes of the Old Testament should also be identified.

Old Testament Story

  • 1. God: God is eternal, powerful, perfect, and a Trinity.
  • 2. Creation: God's design was perfect.
  • 3. Humanity: We were created in God's image with a responsibility to maintain a relationship with him. A central principle of love for God and our neighbors.
  • 4. Fall: Temptation, sin, death, and judgment, with the light of hope (Genesis 3:15).
  • 5. Covenant with Abraham: God calls particular people to follow him in faith for a missional purpose.
  • 6. Exodus: God redeems people from slavery to serve him; a central Old Testament salvation event.
  • 7. Law: Israel was called to live out their covenant relationship with God. This relationship is personal, distinctive, and mission-driven.
  • 8. Conquest: God demonstrated faithfulness and called people to faith.
  • 9. Judges: The cycle of sin, warning, judgment, and grace/salvation.
  • 10. King: The people rejected God as their king and desired a human protector and provider.
  • 11. Pain and Punishment: The nation was divided, the people were unfaithful, and God's judgment was severe.
  • 12. Prophets: Servants of God who warned of judgment, encouraged repentance, and reminded people of hope.

Old Testament Themes

  • 1. Covenant: God's initiative and promise of salvation.
  • 2. Brokenness: Humanity's rebellion and unfaithfulness from the fall onwards.
  • 3. Sacrifice: God's holiness and the penalty of sin.
  • 4. Kingdom: God's mission: People who know and worship God in restored relationships.

New Testament Story

  • 1. Incarnation: God became flesh and fulfilled prophecies of the promised deliverer.
  • 2. Miracles: Jesus demonstrated his identity and power.
  • 3. Substitution: Jesus came as the Lamb of God to absorb God's wrath and be the perfect sacrifice.
  • 4. Cross: Jesus' death provided payment for sin and his resurrection proved his victory.
  • 5. Spirit: The Holy Spirit is given to empower, equip, and transform believers.
  • 6. Church: God's new covenant people live out their identity in community, making disciples of all nations.
  • 7. Multiplication: The church grows and plants new churches without discrimination.
  • 8. Restoration: Jesus returns to fully and finally accomplish salvation and judgment.

New Testament Themes

  • New Covenant: Jesus fulfills his promises of salvation for obedience.
  • Perfect Prophet: Jesus' sinless life reveals God's character and will.
  • Sacrificial Lamb: Jesus' sacrificial death provides access to God's Father.
  • Coming King: Jesus establishes his kingdom, announces its arrival, secures its victory, and commissions his ambassadors until he returns.

Scripture: A Unified Narrative

  • The entire Bible tells the story of God's mission through his people.
  • This mission is to redeem the whole creation.

Biblical Theology Recapitulation

  • Recapitulation is the structural unity of the stories, building up to the climax of Christ's person and work.
  • Echo, foreshadowing, and pointing are common literary devices.
  • Key intertextual passages in Scripture quote or allude to previous passages.
  • Narrative parallels and covenants are also common threads within the Bible.

Interpreting the Bible

  • How we study and interpret the Bible is influenced by our parents, pastors, books, mentors, tradition, experience, and culture.
  • We must diligently present ourselves as God's workers, handling the word of truth accurately.
  • We must take the ancient text and build a bridge to our modern context.
  • All Scripture is breathed out by God and profitable for teaching, correction, and training in righteousness.
  • The goal of studying the Bible is spiritual maturity.

Approaches to Biblical Interpretation

  • Analytical: Focused on the precise meaning of the text; similar to a spreadsheet of facts about the text.
  • Deovtional: Focused on practical applications of God's word to find help in life's situations.
  • Commentary: Relies on someone else's study of the Bible.

Personal Preparation

  • Prayer and Faith: Praying for understanding and relying on the Holy Spirit.
  • Reverence: When the Bible speaks, God speaks.
  • Humility: Being aware of self-deception and seeking truth, facing sin, and learning from the Spirit.
  • Objectivity: Suspecting assumptions, biases, and preferences for unbiased interpretation.
  • Obedience: Study the Bible with a commitment to applying its truth.
  • Diligence: Study takes time and effort.

Survey Reading and Historical Background

  • Skimming an entire book to get a view of the historical context.
  • Identifying the author, recipients, setting, purpose, themes, purpose and tone.

3 John

  • Some of John's missionaries had been rejected by Diotrephes.
  • Purpose to commend Gaius and others and to warn about Diotrephes.
  • Theme: walking in truth and supporting those who preach it.
  • Author: John, a prominent leader in Jerusalem.
  • Tone: Encouraging, warm. but with a strong warning.

Literary Context

  • Using the surrounding verses to understand the context of the text in question.

Word Study

  • Semantic Range: Considering all the possible meanings of a word and applying those definitions to the literary context.
  • Meaning in the Context: Determining how the word is used in context and the best definition in that situation .
  • Usage: Determining the best meaning of the word based on the surrounding texts.

Bible Study Tools

  • Concordance: Shows how a word is used in the Bible and where.
  • Bible Dictionary/Lexicon: Word and subject definitions with their significance for theology.
  • Blue Letter Bible/Logos: Helpful Bible study resources.

Interpretive Questions

  • Informational: Clarifying what a person in the text meant or said based on other facts.
  • Inferential: Understanding how parts of the text are related.
  • Applicational: Identifying how the passage should be applied personally or to others.

Categorizing the types of verses

  • Observations: Detailed notes about the verses using different tools, such as literary devices and grammar.

Identifying and understanding key words

  • Identifying 5 key words from the text and discussing the importance of those words

Helpful materials for the interpretive worksheets

  • Identifying and explaining the genre(s)
  • Providing commentary on the verse
  • Identifying historical context

Approaches to Biblical Interpretation

  • Subject: What is the author talking about?
  • Complement: What is the author saying about what they are discussing?
  • Big Idea: Summarizing the main point concisely and accurately.

Applying God's word to the modern context

  • Applicational principle: Putting the timeless truth found in the Scripture into everyday situations.
  • Practical methods: Giving actions that are specific, measurable, attainable, realistic and timely
  • Degree of Transfer: Finding how much of the principle still applies to today's context.
  • Who: Identifying a person or people with specific responsibilities or roles.
  • When: Identifying specific time periods.
  • Where: Identifying special places or contexts.
  • How: Describing the process or manner of something.

Literary context

  • Identifying literary devices and figuring out how the passage fits in with the context

Cultural Background and Metaphors

  • Understanding the cultural context.
  • Identifying metaphors and symbols in the text.

Theological tools

  • Using systematic theology material to help in interpreting difficult passages.

Pastoral Tools

  • Consulting commentaries; using multiple sources to understand authorial intent correctly.

Survey Reading

  • Brief skimming to get the general understanding of the book's content
  • Identify the genre of the text
  • Identify some key themes

Additional helpful notes

  • Knowing the course material
  • Remembering themes as they are presented

Types of Psalms

  • Lament
  • Thanksgiving
  • Wisdom
  • Penitential
  • Imprecatory
  • Royal
  • Pilgrimage

Interpreting the Psalms

  • Parallelism
  • Figurative language
    • Metaphor
    • Simile
    • Merism
    • Personification
    • Anthropomorphism

Proverbs

  • Wise advice
  • Observations about life
  • Jesus' parables

Doctrine of Scripture

  • Origin
  • Nature
  • Worth
  • Authority

Inerrancy, sufficiency, and clarity

  • What the Bible says
  • Why these are important
  • How they relate to each other

Canon (Development)

  • How the Bible came to be considered authoritative
  • Determining what is accepted as Scripture
  • Affirmed through tradition
  • Written and used by the early church

Apocalyptic

  • Genre/literary type of material that is symbolic literature used to reveal God's work.
  • The characteristics
  • General principles for interpreting

General Study Advice

  • Be concise and accurate.
  • Be as precise as possible
  • Carefully observe authorial intent, genre, and literary devices
  • Use available tools like commentaries
  • Focus on a relevant Big Idea.
  • Be ready to share insights and reasoning.

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