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What was the name of Judah's first son with Shulah?
What was the name of Judah's first son with Shulah?
To whom did Judah turn to find a wife?
To whom did Judah turn to find a wife?
What happened as a result of Judah going into Shulah?
What happened as a result of Judah going into Shulah?
What was the name of Judah's second son with Shulah?
What was the name of Judah's second son with Shulah?
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Where were Judah and Shulah when they had their third son?
Where were Judah and Shulah when they had their third son?
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Why did Tamar leave Judah's house?
Why did Tamar leave Judah's house?
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What was the relationship between Hiran the Abullaman and Judah?
What was the relationship between Hiran the Abullaman and Judah?
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What did Tamar put off to signify her widowhood?
What did Tamar put off to signify her widowhood?
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What did Tamar do to herself when she sat in an open place?
What did Tamar do to herself when she sat in an open place?
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What did Judah do after he was comforted from mourning his wife?
What did Judah do after he was comforted from mourning his wife?
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What was Judah's son Er's wickedness considered to be?
What was Judah's son Er's wickedness considered to be?
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What did Onan do to the seed he was supposed to give?
What did Onan do to the seed he was supposed to give?
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Who was instructed to marry Tamar after Er's death?
Who was instructed to marry Tamar after Er's death?
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What was the reason Judah delayed Tamar's marriage to his son?
What was the reason Judah delayed Tamar's marriage to his son?
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What was Onan's motivation for his actions regarding Tamar?
What was Onan's motivation for his actions regarding Tamar?
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Study Notes
Tamar's Situation
- Tamar moved back to her father's house after the death of her husband, Er.
- Judah mourned for his wife and subsequently traveled to Timnath to shear sheep.
- Judah was accompanied by his friend Hiran the Abullamite on the journey to Timnath.
- Tamar disguised herself as a prostitute by removing her widow's garments and sitting at the entrance of Enaim to attract Judah.
- Tamar's actions were motivated by the desire to secure her rights to offspring from Judah's lineage.
Judah and His Family
- Judah had three sons: Er, Onan, and Shelah.
- Er was deemed wicked by the Lord and died because of his behavior.
- Onan was instructed by Judah to marry Tamar, Er's widow, to raise offspring in Er's name.
- Onan disobeyed, spilling his seed on the ground, which angered the Lord, leading to his death as well.
- Judah withheld his youngest son, Shelah, from marrying Tamar, fearing he may also die.
Shulah and Sons
- Judah married Shulah, a Canaanite woman, and together they had three sons: Er, Onan, and Shelah.
- The names of Judah's sons reflect significant family ties and responsibilities associated with the Levite customs.
Mourning and Loss
- Judah's family experienced significant loss, including the deaths of Er and Onan, leaving Tamar widowed for the second time.
- Jacob, Judah's father, mourned for Joseph extensively, indicating themes of grief and loss within the broader family narrative.
Summary of Notable Characters
- Tamar: Judah's children's widow who took action to ensure her family line continues.
- Judah: Patriarch of the line, who is faced with the consequences of his sons' actions and decisions regarding Tamar.
- Shulah: Judah's wife, a Canaanite woman, mother to his three sons.
- Onan: Judah's son known for his disobedience and failure to fulfill his duty to Tamar.
Key Themes
- The importance of lineage and the rights of women through marriage and offspring.
- The consequences of moral failing, as seen through the fates of Er and Onan.
- The complex nature of familial responsibilities and choices impacting multiple generations.
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Explore the significant events and relationships in the story of Judah and Tamar. This quiz covers important questions regarding their family dynamics and key moments in their narrative. Test your knowledge on the characters and events from this biblical account.
