Prophets of the Old Testament
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Which of the following books is considered a Major Prophet?

  • Hosea
  • Jonah
  • Isaiah (correct)
  • Amos

    • The Minor Prophets consist of only five books.

    False

    Name any two books that belongs to the Eighth Century Prophets.

    Amos and Hosea

    The group of twelve Minor Prophets is referred to as The Book of the __________.

    <p>Twelve</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which prophet predicted the fall of Damascus?

    <p>Isaiah</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following Centuries with their corresponding Prophets:

    <p>8th Century BC = Amos, Micah 7th Century BC = Jeremiah, Nahum 6th Century BC = Ezekiel, Haggai 5th Century BC = Malachi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main theme of the prophets during the Assyrian period?

    <p>Doom and disaster</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did King Hezekiah do to resist the Assyrian army?

    <p>Paid a large ransom</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Amos primarily concerned about in his prophecies?

    <p>Ethical aspects of life</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Amos supported the wealthy class and their practices.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What did Amos call the people of Israel to do as a solution to impending judgment?

    <p>Repentance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The name Hosea means _____, which reflects God's plan for the people of Israel.

    <p>Salvation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following prophets with their key focus:

    <p>Amos = Social justice and ethical conduct Hosea = God's faithful love and relationship with Israel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was a significant theme in Hosea's message?

    <p>Repentance and love</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Hosea’s relationship with his wife symbolized God's relationship with Israel.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what way did God express his love for Israel, according to Hosea?

    <p>By not forsaking them despite their unfaithfulness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Amos argued that justice requires moral discrimination between the _____ and the _____ .

    <p>guilty</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following actions to their corresponding beliefs held by Amos:

    <p>Oppressing the needy = Social evil Empty religion = Condemned by God Maintaining justice = Pleasant to God</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which prophet's message included a plea for a national revival?

    <p>Hosea</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Hosea's prophecies were mainly directed towards the Southern Kingdom.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does God desire more than sacrifices, according to Amos?

    <p>Justice and righteousness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In Hosea's view, the unfaithfulness of Israel is likened to _____ .

    <p>adultery</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who delivered a message to King Hezekiah during a crisis in Jerusalem?

    <p>Isaiah</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sennacherib was able to successfully conquer Jerusalem despite Isaiah's prophecy.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the ultimate objective of the invaders mentioned in the content?

    <p>Egypt</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The prophet __________ was known for his prophesies regarding social justice and ethics.

    <p>Amos</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant action did Hezekiah take after Isaiah's message?

    <p>He reformed public worship.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The reign of King Manasseh was marked by a revival of idolatrous practices.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What moral teaching principle did the eighth-century prophets emphasize?

    <p>Righteousness is above all ritual.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The city of __________ was delivered from Sennacherib's attack due to Isaiah's prophecy.

    <p>Jerusalem</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Assyrian king's reign marked the height of Assyrian power?

    <p>Ashurbanipal</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following prophets with their main themes:

    <p>Isaiah = Prophet of Miraculous Deliverance Amos = Prophet of Justice Hosea = Prophet of Love and Faithfulness Micah = Prophet of Social Justice</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Jonah was eager to go to Nineveh at first.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Jonah's profession before being called to preach to Nineveh?

    <p>Prophet</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The city of __________ was the capital of the Assyrian Empire.

    <p>Nineveh</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of Jonah's preaching in Nineveh?

    <p>The people repented.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who was King Hezekiah?

    <p>The king of Judah during the time of Isaiah.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What are the three moral virtues according to Micah 6:8?

    <p>Justice, Mercy, and Faithfulness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Micah was a wealthy villager who delivered messages to both kingdoms of Israel and Judah.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who are the two images of God's love for sinners presented in Hosea?

    <p>A deserted husband and a loving parent.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The rulers in Micah's time were accused of being ______ to the poor.

    <p>unworthy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following sections of Isaiah with their descriptions:

    <p>Proto-Isaiah = Words of the 8th-century prophet Isaiah Deuteron-Isaiah = Anonymous 6th-century BCE author during Exile Trito-Isaiah = Composed after the return from Exile</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Micah's primary message to the people of Israel?

    <p>To repent and seek righteousness</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Isaiah's book is accepted as entirely authored by one prophet.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Micah 6:8 say about what the Lord requires of humanity?

    <p>To act justly, love mercy, and walk humbly with God.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Micah described the wealthy as being infatuated with their sudden ______.

    <p>fortune</p> Signup and view all the answers

    According to Micah, what did the people prefer over true prophetic guidance?

    <p>The advice of false prophets under the influence of liquor</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Book of Isaiah contains commentary on the destiny of Jerusalem.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one role Micah played in relation to his society?

    <p>Moral teacher and social reformer.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The phrase 'woe to those who plan ______' suggests condemnation of evil intentions.

    <p>iniquity</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the sections of Isaiah to their corresponding time periods:

    <p>1-39 = 8th century BCE 40-55 = During Exile 56-66 = After the return from Exile</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which empire posed a primary threat to Judah during the Babylonian period?

    <p>Babylonian Empire</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Zephaniah was a prophet of royal descent, tracing his lineage back to Hezekiah.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the outcome of the revolt in 597 B.C.?

    <p>The capture of Jerusalem and the deportation of a portion of its population.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The prophecy of _____ describes the doom of Nineveh, 'the bloody city.'

    <p>Nahum</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following prophets with their primary focus:

    <p>Jeremiah = Apostasy and moral decay Zephaniah = Universal doom Nahum = Doom of Nineveh Habakkuk = Questioning God's rule</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When did the ministry of Jeremiah begin?

    <p>B.C. 626</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Habakkuk's message includes an interrogation of Jehovah regarding His rule over the world.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What significant event took place after the victory of Nebuchadnezzar over Necho?

    <p>Palestine and Syria remained subject to Babylonian power.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Obadiah is known for prophesying against _____.

    <p>Edom</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the prophets with their periods of prophesy:

    <p>Zephaniah = B.C. 627 Nahum = B.C. 607 Habakkuk = B.C. 600 Jeremiah = B.C. 626 to 586</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following statements is true regarding the minor prophets?

    <p>Minor prophets' books are usually shorter than those of major prophets.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Jeremiah's ministry saw him experiencing acceptance and camaraderie from his countrymen.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What year marks the fall of Jerusalem according to the outlined events?

    <p>B.C. 586</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Babylonian army arrived as a consequence of _______ and judgement.

    <p>apostasy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which chapters of Isaiah focus on warnings of judgment and promises of restoration?

    <p>Chapters 1-33</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The author(s) of Isaiah are known and credited for their individual contributions throughout the book.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    In what century did the prophet Isaiah live?

    <p>8th century BCE</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Chapters 40-55 of Isaiah presuppose that __________ has already been destroyed.

    <p>Jerusalem</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which idea does Isaiah emphasize regarding the relationship between righteousness and holiness?

    <p>They are to be joined together</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following sections of Isaiah with their correspondences:

    <p>Chapters 1-33 = Warnings and promises Chapters 40-55 = During Babylonian exile Chapters 56-66 = Post-exile reconstruction Proto Isaiah = Messianic prophecies</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Isaiah's prophetic message includes criticism of social injustice.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What characterizes the style change observed in Isaiah after chapter 40?

    <p>A sudden change in style and theology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The people during the 8th century were known for worshiping God outwardly, but they were also engaged in __________ worship.

    <p>filthy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Isaiah warn Israel about regarding their relationship with God?

    <p>They must obey Him rather than merely perform rituals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The moral conduct of the people was a major concern for the eighth-century prophets.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is considered as apostasy in Isaiah’s view?

    <p>Israel's sin against God</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Babylonian period of Israel's history extended from about __________ to 538 BCE.

    <p>625 BCE</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What does Isaiah identify as essential components of righteousness?

    <p>Justice, mercy, truth, and peace</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the prophetic messages with their relevance to society today:

    <p>Call for justice = Concern for the oppressed Denunciation of ritualism = Emphasis on genuine faith Warning of divine judgment = Need for societal change Return to holiness = Moral responsibility of individuals</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Where was Jeremiah from?

    <p>Anathoth</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Ezekiel was a contemporary of Jeremiah and was deported to Babylon in 597 B.C.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What catastrophic event does Joel use to teach his prophetic lesson?

    <p>locust plague</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Ezekiel was called to be a prophet in the year ________.

    <p>592 B.C.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following prophets to their significant events:

    <p>Jeremiah = Opposed the Davidic dynasty Ezekiel = Prophesied during exile Joel = Preached repentance after locust plague Nehemiah = Rebuilt the wall of Jerusalem</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the main focus of Ezekiel's ministry?

    <p>Critique of popular ideology</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Protestant Reformation addressed issues raised by the post-exilic prophets.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which Babylonian king was responsible for the deportation of many of Judah’s leading men?

    <p>Nebuchadnezzar</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Joel identifies himself as the son of ________.

    <p>Pethuel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following years with their corresponding events:

    <p>536 B.C. = Return from Babylon 520-516 B.C. = Rebuilding of the Temple 444 B.C. = Rebuilding of the wall under Nehemiah 570 B.C. = Final entry in Ezekiel's book</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was Joel's primary message to the people of Judah?

    <p>Heartfelt repentance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The post-exilic prophets were active during a unified period of time.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What led to the looting of Jerusalem on March 16, 597 B.C.?

    <p>Jehoiakim's rebellion against Babylon</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The Persian period lasted from the fall of Babylon in 538 B.C. to __________.

    <p>332 B.C.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Pair the leaders with their actions:

    <p>Ezekiel = Spokesman in exile Jeremiah = Critic of dynastic power Nehemiah = Restored Jerusalem's walls Joel = Message of repentance</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What was the significant catalyst for the Maccabean revolt?

    <p>Antiochus Epiphanes' attempt to destroy the Hebrew religion</p> Signup and view all the answers

    After the Exile, the Jewish people experienced a return to aggressive nationalism and militarism.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who were the three prophets associated with the rebuilding of the Temple?

    <p>Haggai, Zechariah, Malachi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Daniel is often placed among the ______ in the Christian Bible.

    <p>prophets</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the prophets with their primary message:

    <p>Haggai = Encouraging the rebuilding of the Temple Zechariah = Encouraging restoration and hope Malachi = The importance of pure Temple worship Daniel = Maintaining hope in exile</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What event was crucial in transforming the Jewish people into a monotheistic community?

    <p>The Exile</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Malachi's name means 'my messenger'.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Who are the Babylonian names of Daniel's three friends?

    <p>Shadrach, Meshach, Abed-nego</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Following the Exile, the local government fell into the hands of the ______.

    <p>priests</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the aspects of the Jewish religious requirements with their importance:

    <p>Righteousness = Basic requirement of Jehovah Temple worship = Special attention from the prophets Legalistic trends = Reflected in the messages of Haggai, Zechariah, and Malachi Heathen practices = Common in the pre-exilic period</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What urgent task was prompted by Haggai's preaching?

    <p>Rebuilding the Temple</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The prophetic message had little impact on the people after the Exile.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What belief did Haggai hold regarding the rebuilding of the Temple?

    <p>It was necessary for the coming of the Messianic kingdom.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The captivity confirmed the truth of the ______ message.

    <p>prophetic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which prophet was concerned about mixed marriages and the failure to pay tithes?

    <p>Malachi</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Literary Prophetic Books

    • Categorized as Canonical Prophets in the Old Testament
    • Span from Isaiah to Malachi

    Major and Minor Prophets

    • Major Prophets: Isaiah, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, Daniel (categorized by book size)
    • Minor Prophets: Hosea, Joel, Amos, Obadiah, Jonah, Micah, Nahum, Habakkuk, Zephaniah, Haggai, Zechariah, Malachi (12 books together in "The Book of the Twelve")

    Chronological Division

    • Pre-Exilic, Exilic, Post-Exilic (based on writing dates)
    • Further divisions by centuries (8th, 7th, 6th, 5th century BC)

    Eighth Century Prophets

    • Time: 8th century BC, characterized by Assyrian dominance
    • Preachers: Amos, Hosea, Isaiah, Micah, Jonah focused on morality.
    • Themes: Imminent disaster, doom, moral conduct, social injustice.
    • Examples: Damascus and Samaria predicted to fall, Hezekiah's reform, Isaiah's prophecy regarding Sennacherib.
    • Message Details: Criticism of worship, social corruption, demand for justice, righteousness, and obedience over ritual.

    Assyrian Period Prophets (8th Century)

    • Ethical teachings: God centered, sin as disobedience, hope for mercy.
    • Historical context: Assyrian power
    • Social issues: Emphasis on ethical standards of conduct, justice for the poor
    • Prophets' impact: Led to social reforms but followed by a heathen reaction, persecution of prophets.
    • Isaiah's evolving view: Initially saw Assyria as God's instrument, later predicted its downfall but continued prosperity under later rulers.

    Jonah

    • Commissioned by God to preach repentance to Nineveh
    • Conflict with God's mercy
    • Emphasizing God's compassion for sinners

    Amos

    • Shepherd and fruit gatherer, first 8th-century BC prophet
    • Focused on justice, ethical conduct, and social justice.
    • Criticized idolatry, commercial exploitation, the hypocrisy of the rich
    • Called for repentance and justice in the society

    Hosea

    • Contemporary of Isaiah, ministered in the Northern Kingdom of Israel
    • Used marriage as a metaphor for God's relationship with Israel
    • Emphasized God's enduring love and faithfulness despite Israel's unfaithfulness
    • Condemned infidelity, idolatry, and immorality

    Micah

    • Moral teacher and social reformer
    • Called Israel to righteousness, denounced oppression of the poor
    • Identified corrupt leaders, false prophets, and greedy rich
    • Emphasized justice, mercy, and faithfulness as essential virtues
    • Emphasized the need for obedience and spiritual conduct, not just ritualistic worship

    Isaiah (Authorship and Message)

    • Book composed over time (Proto-Isaiah, Deutero-Isaiah, Trito-Isaiah).
    • Themes: Judgment, restoration, Messiah
    • Later chapters reflect on the Exile
    • Newer approaches concentrate on literary structure than authorship

    Prophets of Babylonian Period

    • Time: 625–538 BCE
    • Themes: Doom, foreign domination, speculation, interrogating God's rule over the world,
    • Major Prophets of this period: Jeremiah, Ezekiel.
    • Minor Prophets Zephaniah, Nahum, Habakkuk

    Jeremiah

    • Prophesied during Judah's darkest days, facing opposition and persecution
    • Proclaimed God's judgment, focusing on apostasy and idolatry
    • Focused on the old covenant

    Ezekiel

    • Ministered in exile, emphasized the end of the old temple and the beginning of a more glorious one, as well as critique of popular ideology
    • Emphasized God's ultimate word against the hopeful restoration

    Joel

    • Used a locust plague as a sign of God's impending judgment
    • Called for repentance and unity

    Post-Exilic Prophets

    • Haggai, Zechariah, Malachi (various times from the Persian/Greek period).
    • Emphasis on Temple rebuilding, legalism, and pure worship.
    • Adapted messages to altered conditions after the Exile
    • Focused on religious needs

    Daniel

    • Although part of the Christian Old Testament prophets, placed among the writings by the Hebrews
    • Account of four exiles from the royal lineage
    • Focused on struggles in a foreign land
    • Written in apocalyptic and narrative styles

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    Explore the Literary Prophetic Books of the Old Testament, covering both Major and Minor Prophets from Isaiah to Malachi. This quiz delves into their chronological divisions, themes, and key messages, focusing especially on the 8th-century prophets and their societal critiques.

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