BTheol Bachelor of Theology Old Testament 3

Question 1

The book of Genesis describes creation occurring over how many days?

Accepted Answer

Six days, with God resting on the seventh

Answer

Genesis 1 describes God creating the world in six days and resting on the seventh, which provides the theological basis for the Sabbath.

Question 2

What does the Old Testament term 'ruach' mean, and how is it used theologically?

Accepted Answer

Spirit/breath/wind—used for both the human spirit and God's Spirit

Answer

'Ruach' means spirit, breath, or wind in Hebrew, and is used for God's creative Spirit (Genesis 1:2), human vitality, and prophetic empowerment.

Question 3

Which Old Testament narrative establishes the Passover festival?

Accepted Answer

The tenth plague and the exodus from Egypt in Exodus 12

Answer

Exodus 12 records God commanding the Israelites to mark their doorposts with lamb's blood before the final plague, establishing the annual Passover celebration.

Question 4

The 'Day of the LORD' in Old Testament prophecy typically refers to what?

Accepted Answer

A future time of divine judgment and/or salvation

Answer

Old Testament prophets (Joel, Amos, Zephaniah) used 'Day of the LORD' to describe an imminent or future time when God would decisively intervene in history for judgment and redemption.

Question 5

Which Old Testament book records the Holiness Code, emphasizing ritual and moral purity for Israel?

Accepted Answer

Leviticus

Answer

Leviticus 17–26 contains the Holiness Code, which calls Israel to be holy as God is holy, covering dietary laws, sexual ethics, festivals, and care for the poor.

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BTheol Bachelor of Theology Old Testament 3