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Old Testament Survey II
Helyer Worksheet #1
Text:
Yesterday, Today and Forever: The Continuing Relevance of the Old Testament
,
by Larry Helyer (second edition).
Instructions:
1.
Read All of the Assigned Chapter
.
2.
After downloading and saving this file to your computer/laptop, answer the first
question about your reading.
3.
Complete the following worksheet by typing your responses underneath each
question.
4.
Save your finished worksheet in a Word or PDF file format, and upload it to the
course home page by clicking on the applicable assignment link.
Reading
:
Have you read the entirety of the assigned chapter in preparation for answering the
questions on this worksheet (Type ‘Yes’ or ‘No’)?
- Yes
***If you have not read the entire chapter, there is no need for you to submit the
worksheet.
You must read the entire chapter and answer the questions below to
have your worksheet graded.
Questions
:
The following questions can be sufficiently answered in one small paragraph, 3-5
sentences, unless otherwise stated. If the question requires answers with sub-points,
1-2 sentences will be sufficient.
1.
What literary work and heroes does Helyer compare with the account of David and
Goliath? (pp. 189-199)
- Helyer compares Goliath’s Philistine army to the fierce armies in Homer’s
Iliad.
Helyer uses this comparison because both armies were fearless warriors,
strong military, and proficient in the heart of warfare. Helyer also compares the battle
between David and Goliath to the heroic Greek battle between Achilles and Hector in
the
Iliad
. The reason for the comparison is because in Greek individual combat two
people fought to the death and that is exactly displayed the same way in David and
Goliath’s combat.
2.
In what 7 ways did the monarchy change Israelite society? Define briefly each
change. Which of these changes introduced destructive tendencies? (pp. 189-199)
Student Name:
Trevan Powell
Date:
October 24, 2022
a.
The first change was a dynastic succession which concerned the transfer of
power in the government. The former charismatic succession differs from the new
because the dynastic allows the king in power the ability to raise up his son to
succeed him on the throne, while the charismatic believed in an indwelling of the
Holy Spirit.
b.
The second change was centralization of power which means that the
central system of power was abundantly large with people and the change brought
the central system of power to city of Jerusalem with few selected districts.
c.
The third change is the institution of forced labor which made many
Israelites and Canaanites work for little pay. The two divisions were slight between
the superior Israelites who were drafted and the lesser Canaanites who were
captives of Israel.
d.
The fourth change is in the new professional army. The former army was
made up of solely voluntary citizens, but when David takes the throne he hires
professional soldiers to fight but also train up young Israelites.
e.
The fifth change is found in the newly innovated international relations.
Israel became a nation among nations so that included the need for diplomatic
ambassadors who could perform their duties in international relations which
neighboring states.
f.
The sixth change was the emergence of a middle class. The former manner
of Israelite lives was to be a herdsman or farmer. The change brought middle class
people acting in the role of businessmen, merchants, and landlords. This change
brought destructive tendencies because many more people were now obtaining less
and less money.
g.
The seventh change is Jerusalem as a political and religious center. When
David took Jebus or Jerusalem, it was unowned and David turned it into a capital.
This capital was a religious center because it held both the Ark of the Covenant and
the Tabernacle.
3.
Provide 5 to 6 hard questions that are raised for our own national situation today by
changes that took place in Israelite society with the monarchy. (pp. 206-208)
- Can our government continue to spend more than it can take in?
- Why is there such a disconnect between the necessary care for the poor
compared to abundant support of the military?
- Would it be more beneficial for the country if it was a theocracy?
- Do we have a double standard when it comes to “white collar” crime?
- What is the largest factor of difficulty when it comes to solving ongoing
racism?
4.
Shemaiah the prophet conveyed what message to Rehoboam? (pp. 208-211)
- Shemaiah conveyed the message of divine judgement from God to
Rehoboam. Shemaiah gives Rehoboam the warning not to divide the tribes of Israel.
5.
What three kings did Helyer choose as paradigms illustrating the downward spiral of
the North? What did each king do that has contemporary lessons? (pp. 211-222)
King - Jeroboam I
Lesson - He conveyed a political expediency which is using
religion to achieve political aims and aspirations.
King - Ahab
Lesson - He performed syncretism which is including
revealed Truth into false religions, such as Baal, to unite them.
King - Jeroboam II
Lesson - He performed a dichotomy which separated
religious practice from biblical morality and ethics.
6.
What two prophets condemn the social and spiritual conditions of the 8
th
century
BC? (pp. 211-222)
a.
Amos
b.
Hosea
7.
What two “good” kings in Judah illustrate the tension between “faith and politics?”
(pp. 223-231)
a.
Hezekiah by destroying Canaanite cultic images
b.
Josiah by organizing a covenant renewal ceremony for destroying cults
8.
What was the “announcement”, the “focus”, the “clear” message and the
“proclamation” of “two prophetic voices on the kingdom of God?” (pp. 231-237)
Prophets:
a.
Jeremiah
b.
Ezekiel
The four aspects of what they said:
a.
The imminent destruction of the tribe of Judah
b.
The focus on the hope for the future or the righteous remnant
c.
The clear indication that the righteous remnant with involve suffering
d.
The astounding proclaiming of the coming New Covenant
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9.
What 6 changes took place during and after the exile?
Illustrate each. (pp. 235-240)
a.
A new name since their name went from “Israelites” to “Jews”
b.
A new way of life from a rural living to an urban living
c.
New languages and the transition from Hebrew to Aramaic
d.
Cultic changes as they build synagogues for worship
e.
Intellectual changes as important literature discovered in Intertestamental
Period
f.
Theological changes as differences in emphasis and orientation from
canonical scriptures stand out.
10.Define in two-three sentences the concept of “redemptive history.” (pp. 241-245)
- The concept of redemptive history can be explained by deeds and inspiration.
God actions deeds that are characterized in all biblical history. The inspiration is from
the inspired prophets who spoke about God’s deeds which unfolds the progressive
revelation of “redemptive history.”
11. Answer the following 4 questions below, which can also be found on page 245. (pp.
243-245)
a.
When, if ever, is the statement, “My country, right or wrong” a valid one?
- It may be a valid statement when referring to the citizenship to Heaven not
of citizenship of this world.
b.
Can a Christian make that statement?
- No because our ultimate citizenship isn’t of this world or nation.
c.
To what extent should a Christian practice patriotism?
- Christians may practice patriotism to the extent of respect for what God
has created and protected. The patriotism to a nation should be a reflection of
our patriotism to God in Heaven.
d.
Is patriotism a Christian virtue? If so, how should it be expressed?
- I do not believe it is because our ultimate citizenship isn’t of this world, but
Heaven. This doesn’t mean that disrespect is allowed, but we shouldn’t abide by
the laws of this world. The reason for that is because it can create a severe level
of paganism.