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What is the meaning of the word 'Christ'?
What is the meaning of the word 'Christ'?
What was Jericho known for?
What was Jericho known for?
An ancient city in Canaan, the first to be captured by the Israelites.
Where was Jesus baptized?
Where was Jesus baptized?
Jordan
Who were the Judges in Israel?
Who were the Judges in Israel?
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What does 'Messiah' mean in Hebrew?
What does 'Messiah' mean in Hebrew?
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Palestine is another name for Canaan.
Palestine is another name for Canaan.
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Who were the Philistines?
Who were the Philistines?
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Who was Rahab?
Who was Rahab?
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Who was Samuel?
Who was Samuel?
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Who was the first king of Israel?
Who was the first king of Israel?
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Study Notes
Key Terms and Definitions
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Christ: Derived from Greek, meaning "Messiah," signifying the promised savior in Christian belief.
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Jericho: An ancient city located in Canaan, noted for being the first city captured by the Israelites during their conquest of the Promised Land.
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Jordan River: Forms the eastern boundary of Canaan; significant for being the site where Jesus was baptized.
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Judges: Designated leaders chosen by God to guide the Israelites, particularly in times of conflict with their adversaries.
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Messiah: The Hebrew term for "Anointed One"; it refers to the expected leader and redeemer in Jewish tradition, particularly associated with kings of Israel.
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Palestine: A term synonymous with Canaan, referring to the geographical region of historical significance.
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Philistines: A formidable nation that posed a significant threat to Israel by invading Canaan; regarded as Israel's chief enemies during biblical times.
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Rahab: A Canaanite woman residing in Jericho known for her courage; she played a pivotal role in assisting Israelite spies in their mission.
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Samuel: A significant figure in Israel’s history; he was a Levite priest and recognized as the last of the Judges, overseeing the transition to monarchy.
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Saul: The inaugural king of Israel, who was selected and anointed by Samuel; ultimately, he fell out of favor with God due to his disobedience.
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Description
Test your knowledge of important biblical terms from Chapter 9. This quiz features key definitions and historical significance of words related to the Israelite history and geography. Enhance your understanding of the concepts such as 'Messiah', 'Jericho', and 'Judges'.
