Week 8: The Minor Prophets

Lecture Notes

This week, we explore the twelve Minor Prophets, who each delivered important messages about God's judgment, mercy, and the future of Israel.

Reading Assignment

Read Chapters 20-22 of *Encountering the Old Testament*.

Quiz

1. What does the term "Minor Prophets" refer to?
Their shorter books
Their less important messages
Their chronological placement
Their lack of significance

2. Which prophet emphasized God's concern for social justice and righteousness?
Amos
Hosea
Jonah
Zechariah

3. Which prophet was swallowed by a great fish or whale?
Jonah
Micah
Habakkuk
Nahum

4. What was the main message of the prophet Malachi?
Repentance
The coming of the Messiah
Judgment on the nations
Israel's return from exile

5. The prophet Zechariah prophesied about:
The rebuilding of the temple
The rise of the Antichrist
The exile of Israel
The resurrection of the dead

Writing Activity

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