Study Questions 1-25
What three things did God promise to Abram in Genesis 12?
1. Land and a nation 2. Kingship and a name 3. Blessing for all nations
How long was Moses alone on the mountain with God?
40 days
From what city was Abram?
Abram was from Ur, Mesopotamia.
According to Genesis, what was the condition of earth before creation?
Before creation, earth was a formless void. There was darkness surrounding it.
How was David dressed when he finally brought the Ark into Jerusalem?
David was dressed as a priest in simple linen.
How long did God promise David's dynasty would last?
God promised his dynasty would never end.
How long will the promise to Noah last?
God's promise to Noah will last till the end of the world.
What ceremony did Samuel perform to show that Saul had been chosen by God as king of Israel?
He anointed Saul with oil.
How did God identify himself when Moses approached the burning bush?
He said, "I am the God of your father, the God of Abraham, the God of Isaac, and the God of Jacob."
Why did Joseph go to Egypt?
He was sold into slavery and was taken there.
In what image is the human family made?
In the image of the blessed Trinity
Which of Abraham's children was the heir to the promises God made to Abraham?
Isaac
Who carried the wood up the mountain for Isaac's sacrifice?
Isaac
What city was built on the mountains of Moriah?
Jerusalem
What was David's twofold plan for Jerusalem?
Jerusalem will be a religious and political center.
Who succeeded Moses as leader of Israel?
Joshua
Is matter evil? Explain
No, in the Book of Genesis, after God made something, it says, "God saw that it was good."
Why did God ask Samuel to choose another king?
Saul's sense of justice was distorted and he used the throne to serve his own ends. Basically he was corrupted.
Why were the Israelites continuously tempted by their Gentile neighbors?
The Canaanites had grand buildings and the Israelites wanted to be like them.
What were the consequences of not completely conquering all of the Canaanites?
The Israelites continued to descend into idolatry and other sins.
Which tribe became the priests, meditating between God and Israel?
The Levites
Why did David choose Jerusalem for the capital of Israel?
The location was central.
Why did the Israelites ask Samuel for a king?
They wanted to be governed, they hoped a king will solve their problems, and all the other civilizations have kings.
What external sign of the covenant did each male Israelite bear?
They were all circumcised
In what manner did God wish the Ark to be brought to Jerusalem?
To be brought on the shoulders of Levite priests.