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What does Isaiah's vision in the temple reveal about his response to God?
What does Isaiah's vision in the temple reveal about his response to God?
Isaiah's vision reveals his willingness to serve God, as he responds with, 'Here I am. Send me!'
How do the 'Suffering Servant' passages in Isaiah relate to the concept of salvation?
How do the 'Suffering Servant' passages in Isaiah relate to the concept of salvation?
They relate to salvation by predicting a figure who would suffer for the sins of others, seen as a prophecy of Jesus Christ.
What was the nature of Jeremiah's prophecies during Judah's fall?
What was the nature of Jeremiah's prophecies during Judah's fall?
Jeremiah's prophecies warned of impending judgment due to Judah's sins and documented the Babylonian conquest.
What does the new covenant described in Jeremiah signify for the relationship between God and His people?
What does the new covenant described in Jeremiah signify for the relationship between God and His people?
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In Ezekiel's vision of the valley of dry bones, what does it symbolize?
In Ezekiel's vision of the valley of dry bones, what does it symbolize?
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What was the main focus of Amos' message, and why is it significant?
What was the main focus of Amos' message, and why is it significant?
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How does the Book of Daniel portray God's sovereignty over kingdoms?
How does the Book of Daniel portray God's sovereignty over kingdoms?
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What does Obadiah's prophecy reveal about Edom's fate in relation to Judah?
What does Obadiah's prophecy reveal about Edom's fate in relation to Judah?
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What does Isaiah's proclamation emphasize regarding the future of Israel?
What does Isaiah's proclamation emphasize regarding the future of Israel?
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How does Jeremiah's role as the 'weeping prophet' reflect his experience during Judah's fall?
How does Jeremiah's role as the 'weeping prophet' reflect his experience during Judah's fall?
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What is the significance of the 'Suffering Servant' in Isaiah's prophecies?
What is the significance of the 'Suffering Servant' in Isaiah's prophecies?
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What key transformation does the new covenant in Jeremiah promise?
What key transformation does the new covenant in Jeremiah promise?
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In Ezekiel's symbolic acts, what was the purpose of lying on his side for 390 days?
In Ezekiel's symbolic acts, what was the purpose of lying on his side for 390 days?
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What does the vision of the valley of dry bones in Ezekiel signify about Israel?
What does the vision of the valley of dry bones in Ezekiel signify about Israel?
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How does the Book of Daniel illustrate the theme of God's sovereignty?
How does the Book of Daniel illustrate the theme of God's sovereignty?
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What overarching message does Hosea convey through his marriage metaphor?
What overarching message does Hosea convey through his marriage metaphor?
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Study Notes
Major Prophets
- Isaiah: Proclaims God's holiness, judgment, and salvation, emphasizing the coming Messiah and Israel's restoration.
- Isaiah's Temple Vision: Saw God on a throne surrounded by seraphim, and responded to God's call.
- Suffering Servant: Passages in Isaiah foretell a figure who will suffer for the sins of others, often interpreted as a prophecy of Jesus Christ.
- Jeremiah: Warned of Judah's impending judgment and the Babylonian conquest of Jerusalem; known as the "weeping prophet."
- New Covenant (Jeremiah): God promises to write His law on the hearts of His people, emphasizing a personal relationship.
- Ezekiel's Dry Bones Vision: Symbolizes Israel's restoration with God's power to revive the nation.
- Ezekiel's Symbolic Acts: Performed symbolic acts, like lying on his side for 390 days, to illustrate God's message.
- Book of Daniel: Emphasizes God's sovereignty over human kingdoms through visions and events like the fiery furnace, the lions' den, and the writing on the wall.
- Daniel's Key Visions: Include visions of four kingdoms, the Ancient of Days, and the Son of Man, pointing to God's ultimate rule.
Minor Prophets
- Hosea: Hosea's unfaithful wife symbolizes God's enduring love for unfaithful Israel.
- Joel: Describes a locust plague as a warning of God's judgment and prophesies the outpouring of the Holy Spirit.
- Amos: Condemned social injustice and called for genuine worship and righteousness.
- Obadiah: Foretold the judgment of Edom for its actions against Judah.
- Jonah: Sent to preach to Nineveh, initially fled, and then obeyed after being swallowed by a large fish; Nineveh repented.
- Micah: Prophesies the Messiah's birth in Bethlehem and calls for justice, mercy, and humility.
- Nahum: Predicts the fall of Nineveh as judgment for wickedness.
- Habakkuk: Questioned why God allowed evil to prosper, assured of God's justice and ultimate plan.
- Zephaniah: Warns of the coming "Day of the Lord," a time of judgment and restoration.
- Haggai: Urged the rebuilding of the Temple after the Babylonian exile.
- Zechariah: Had visions of the coming Messiah and the future restoration of Jerusalem.
- Malachi: Rebuked Israel for neglecting God and foretold the coming of a messenger to prepare the way for the Lord.
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Explore the key themes and visions of the Major Prophets in the Old Testament, including Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, and Daniel. This quiz delves into their messages about judgment, restoration, and God's relationship with His people. Test your knowledge of their roles and significant prophecies!
