FBI Class Semester 4 Old Testament Quiz

Old Testament Kingdoms and Key Events

• Kingdoms of Israel began in 931 BC.
• Israel fell to Assyria in 721 BC.
• Judah fell to Babylon through three invasions from 606 BC to 586 BC.

Key Figures in the Kingdoms

• Jeroboam: Cabinet member of Solomon who led the revolt dividing the kingdom; established false worship.
• Ahab: Married to Jezebel; defeated Syria twice; denounced by Elijah; involved in compromises with Judah.
• Jehu: Anointed by Elisha to end Ahab's dynasty; known for violence against Ahab's family and Baal worshippers.
• Hoshea: Vassal of Assyria who rebelled and was later imprisoned.
• Rehoboam: Son of Solomon; his leadership caused civil war.
• Jehoshaphat: Righteous king of Judah; initiated national Bible education and faced Ahab’s family.
• Athaliah: Daughter of Ahab and Jezebel; executed by Jehoiada after a reign of terror.
• Joash: Survived massacre of siblings; became king at 7, later turned cruel, executing faithful priest Zachariah.
• Uzziah: Mighty ruler and builder who faced leprosy for overstepping into priesthood.
• Hezekiah: Second-best king of Judah; organized a Passover; received extra years of life through prayer.
• Manasseh: Longest-ruling southern king, ultimately saved before death, despite being worst by many accounts.
• Josiah: Rediscovered the law, led a major revival, and considered the best king after David.
• Jehoiakim: Persecuted Jeremiah; received the burial of a donkey.
• Zedekiah: Blinded after rebelling against Babylon.

Prophets and Prophetic Ministry

• Micaiah: Prophet jailed by Ahab for prophesying doom.
• Elijah: Known for drought prophecy; faced Baal prophets; taken to heaven in a chariot.
• Elisha: Performed miracles, including raising the dead and blinding armies.

Writings and Historical Context

• Book of Kings: Written by Jeremiah and focuses on judgment; intended for captives to encourage repentance.
• Book of Chronicles: Written by Ezra; emphasizes blessings intended for the returnees.

Themes in Obadiah

• Explores the rivalry of Jacob and Esau; emphasizes the judgment of Edom.
• Central message: God’s judgment on pride and the call for repentance.
• Edom's capital was Petra; pride led to their downfall.
• The Day of the Lord signifies imminent judgment and restoration.

Joel's Ministry

• Proclaimed during a locust plague; compared locusts to future armies.
• Key theme: "The Day of the LORD"; calls for repentance from Judah.
• Noted as the Prophet of Pentecost; foretold the outpouring of the Spirit.

Important Notes on Edom

• Edom represented the descendants of Esau; history of animosity towards Israel.
• Petra, known for its defensibility, faced betrayal from allies.
• The future of Edom foretold in prophecies; highlights the consequences of pride and alliances.

Key Moments and Prophetic Significance

• Joel’s prophesies aimed at national and personal repentance; highlighted God’s eventual restoration of Israel.
• Edom’s judgment underscored the principle of divine justice; relevant to contemporary nations.
• The prophetic messages addressed future events of the Great Tribulation and God's kingdom establishment.

Summary Notes on Repentance and Restoration

• Emphasizes the need for a collective return to God and the importance of relying on spiritual leaders for guidance.
• Describes God’s restorative promise post-judgment; highlights hope amidst warnings of sin.

Themes in Prophetic Literature

• Overall narrative emphasizes repentance, judgment, and restoration as pivotal themes.
• Underlines the relationship between societal conduct and divine response throughout the history of Israel and Judah.

Test your knowledge on the key events and figures of the Old Testament as part of the FBI Class Semester 4 curriculum. This quiz covers important dates such as the fall of Israel and Judah, and significant individuals like those involved during Solomon's reign.