Week 1: Introduction to the Old Testament

Lecture Notes

Introduction to the Old Testament, its structure, historical context, and foundational themes.

Reading Assignment

Read Chapter 1 of *Encountering the Old Testament*.

Quiz

1. The Old Testament is primarily concerned with which of the following?
The history of Israel
The genealogy of the kings
The life of Jesus Christ
The ministry of the apostles

2. The Pentateuch refers to the first five books of the Old Testament. Which is NOT included in the Pentateuch?
Genesis
Exodus
Psalms
Leviticus

3. Which of these is a major theme of the Old Testament?
The covenant between God and Israel
The genealogy of the apostles
The life and death of Jesus
The coming of the kingdom of heaven

4. The Old Testament was primarily written in which languages?
Hebrew, Aramaic, and Greek
Greek and Latin
Hebrew and Latin
Aramaic and Greek

5. Which period does the Old Testament cover?
From creation to the coming of Christ
From Adam to Moses
From the Exodus to the exile
From Genesis to Revelation

Writing Activity

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