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Bible Text Tour 5: The Historical Books and the Prophets Bible Text Tour 5 Part Two: Kingdom of Israel Assignment Information Textbook: ESV Study Bible Classroom Discussion Topic: God’s Discipline = God’s Faithfulness? P
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Be sure you know the difference between Rehoboam and Jeroboam. What was Jeroboam’s tribe? Ephraim What was Jeroboam’s job during the reign of Solomon? (11.27-28) He was in charge over all the forced labor of the house of Joseph. Which tribes are “the house of Joseph?” Ephraim and Manasseh Note that by the time Solomon was doing this particular construction work in Jerusalem, his forced labor policies had changed (Compare with 1 Kings 9.20-22). What was the change? Solomon stopped using Israelites for forced labor. He used to force people (including Israelites) to work on his construction projects. However, he began employing foreigners instead, while Israelites took on different roles such as soldiers and officials. In the division, the northern tribes go with Jeroboam and his “house”. The tribe of Judah sided with Rehoboam and his “house.” Which “house” ends up in control of Jerusalem (Davidic royal city)? The house of Judah
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Bible Text Tour 5: The Historical Books and the Prophets Which “house” ends up in control of Shechem (site of covenant renewal ceremony) and Bethel (site of Jacob’s dream of the ladder and the angels, and of Jacob’s main altar)? The house of Joseph and the house of David Thus, the two kingdoms are dominated by the “house of Joseph” (Israel) and the “house of David” (Judah). To what motivation does the biblical narrator attribute Jeroboam’s setting up places of worship outside Jerusalem? His motivation was fear and concern. He was worried that if the people continued going to Jerusalem to offer sacrifices, they might become loyal to Rehoboam. He feared that people's hearts would turn back to Rehoboam, and they would come back to kill him.
What are the symbols of the LORD’s presence in Jeroboam’s worship centers? Golden Calves Where have you seen this before? Exodus. When Moses was away, the Israelites asked Aaron to make a golden calf to worship This does not bode well for the future of the Northern Kingdom of Israel. 2
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You should be able to answer true/false and multiple-choice questions about these miracles: -
2 Kings 4.1-7 Miraculous provision of oil -
2 Kings 4.8-37 Shunammite woman’s hospitality, miracle of a son who is miraculously raised from death. -
2 Kings 4.38-41 Poison stew made safe -
2 Kings 4.42-44 Multiplication of the loaves
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Bible Text Tour 5: The Historical Books and the Prophets -
2 Kings 5.1-27 Healing of enemy army commander (Naaman), Gehazi’s deceit and punishment 8
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Notice the tension in this account of King Jereboam II of Israel. What positive things are said about Jeroboam II? He reigned for a long period of time and restored Israel’s territory. What negative things are said about Jeroboam II? He did evil to the eyes of the Lord and did not turn away from the sinful practices of Jeroboam son of Nebat. He led people of Israel into idolatry and disobedience against God. A
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7:7-8:14 When did Amos deliver these prophecies? During the reigns of King Uzziah of Judah and King Jeroboam II of Israel. Why is God going to punish the Israelites for their sins? What gives God the right to do this? God was going to punish them because of their disobedience to God’s laws and their rebellion against his authority. They violated the covenant by engaging in idolatry to other gods. God had the right to do this because he was always faithful to Israel. Who has received the “secret” of the LORD’s plans? Amos received messages from the Lord to deliver to Israel What is going to happen to the altar at Bethel, and to the fancy Israelite houses? The altar at Bethel will be destroyed and the fancy Israelite houses will be devastated.
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Bible Text Tour 5: The Historical Books and the Prophets The “cows of Bashan” is a metaphor (and not a very nice one). Who is Amos referring to?
(Hint: See the annotation for 4:1.)
Elite and wealthy women who lived in luxury and indulgence while exploiting the poor. What does God think about the Israelites’ feasts, offerings, and worship songs? God rejected the feasts, offering, and worship songs. God states: “I hate, I despise your feast, and I take no delight in your solemn assemblies.” He will not accept people’s offerings, and he ask them to take the noise of their songs away. What is a plumb line? (Hint: See the annotation for 7:7-9.)
A plumb line symbolizes God’s standard of justice and righteousness. God will use a plumb line to assess the moral and spiritual condition of his people. What does the LORD observe when he puts a plumb line in the midst of the people of Israel? He sees that the people of Israel have deviated from his standards or righteousness. They have turned away from God and are living in disobedience. As a result, God declares that judgement will be imminent, and the people should repent. In Amos 8, the LORD shows Amos a basket of summer fruit. What is the meaning of this vision? The basket of summer fruit represents the fulness of Israel sins and the impeding judgment. Having read these portions of Amos, what assumptions are the Israelites making about the LORD and their relationship with him? The Israelites assumed that they were safe and favored by God. They also thought they were better than other nations and they would not face punishment for their actions. What assumptions is Amos making? Where does he come up with these assumptions? Amo assumes that God is just and righteous. He believes that God expects Israel to follow his commandments and live according to his principles of justice. He believes that God’s judgment is inevitable, and Israel will face the
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Bible Text Tour 5: The Historical Books and the Prophets consequences for its disobedience. These assumptions come from Amo’s understanding of God’s character and what God had revealed to him. 2
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According to this account, what is the origin of the Samaritans? The king of Assyria brought people from various regions into the territory of Israel. Over the time, Samaritans emerged as a mixed community with a blend of different cultural and religious influences. According to the annotation on 17.24-41, what was wrong with the way the Samaritans worshiped God? They worship God in a mixed way, combining different religious practices instead of following God’s commands. They did not fully adhere to the worship prescribed by God, but instead incorporated elements from their own cultural and religious backgrounds.