O.T. Studies

Pentateuch

The term Pentateuch is the Greek name given to the first five books of the Old Testament. It comes from two Greek words, Pente meaning five and Teuchos meaning book or volume. It represents a five volume book. The books are Genesis, Exodus, Leviticus, Numbers and Deuteronomy. They are called the Five Books of Moses because Moses has been ascribed a...

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Kingdom of God

The Hope of Israel was the hope of the coming Kingdom of God. Electronic Christian Media...

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The Conquest Under Joshua

The Conquest is concerned primarily with the entering of the people of Israel into the Land of Promise under Joshua. The record is found in the first twelve chapters of the book of Joshua and continued in the book of the Judges. Electronic Christian Media...

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Historical Books

The second section of the Old Testament is the historical narratives. This section would include the books of Joshua, Judges, 1 and 2 Samuel, 1 and 2 Kings, 1 and 2 Chronicles, Ezra and Nehemiah. There were two major groups which occupied the land of Israel in the early days of Israel's conquest. They were the Amorites and Canaanites. Electronic Ch...

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Miracles

The term miracle is a general term used to describe extraordinary workings of God in the world during certain times of man's history. However there are several terms used in Greek and Hebrew to describe what is commonly called miracle. Electronic Christian Media...

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Building of the Tabernacle

God directed the people of Israel to construct a dwelling place for Himself in the midst of the people so they would know of his abiding presence and guidance. Moses was given the particulars on Mt. Sinai and construction began shortly after. Exodus 36:8ff; 40 Electronic Christian Media...

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Wisdom Literature

A distinctive Old Testament literature is what is called the Poetical books or wisdom literature. The Poetical books are Job, Psalms, Proverbs, Ecclesiastes, and Song of Songs. Electronic Christian Media...

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Beyond the Old Testament: Exploring Messianic Expectations in Jewish Literature

The idea of a Messiah – a divinely chosen redeemer – is a powerful current in Judaism. While the Old Testament lays the groundwork, Jewish literature beyond the Bible offers a rich tapestry of messianic expectations. This exploration delves into writings from the Second Temple period, revealing diverse views on the Messiah's role. We'll encounter c...

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King Solomon's Temple

Biblical Data In the midst of great prosperity in the land of Israel, King Solomon built a temple for the name of the Lord God. 'And Solomon reigned over all kingdoms from the river unto the land of the Philistines, and unto the border of Egypt: they brought presents, and served Solomon all the days of his life.' 1 Kings 4:21 Electronic Christian M...

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The Prophets

From 800-400 B.C. there was the flowering of the age of Prophecy. They can be broken down into several divisions. Electronic Christian Media...

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