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Final Exam Study Guide

Why Read the Old Testament?

  • Think about the spiritual, theological, and moral reasons Christians value the Old Testament.

  • Consider how the Old Testament foreshadows the New Testament.

  • Be ready to name examples from Scripture that support each reason.


Divine Inspiration & Human Language

  • Reflect on how God communicates eternal truths in human terms.

  • Know the term that describes God’s "condescension" in Scripture.

  • Remember which Church Father articulated this idea.


 
Old Testament Canon in the Orthodox Church

  • Understand how the Eastern Orthodox canon differs from others.

  • Know the local council that contributed to canon formation in the 4th century AD.

  • Identify the Church Father who helped shape the canon in the East.


Early Manuscripts of the Septuagint

  • Familiarize yourself with major manuscripts from the 4th–5th centuries AD.

  • Know their names and historical significance.


Orthodox View of Scripture

  • Understand how the Orthodox Church integrates Scripture and Tradition.

  • Be able to recognize which formula best reflects the Orthodox view.


The Divided Monarchy: Judah

  • Know the dates and key events of the Divided Monarchy period.

  • Identify Judah’s first king, capital city, and notable prophets.

  • Be able to briefly outline Judah’s role during this era.


Moses’ Encounter in Midian

  • Focus on the location, context, and divine message of Moses’ encounter.

  • Reflect on the significance of this moment in Moses’ calling.


Deuteronomistic History

  • Understand the historical and theological scope of this biblical narrative.

  • Know which books are part of this history and its main themes.


Post-Exilic Prophets

  • Consider what challenges faced Israel after the Babylonian exile.

  • Know which prophets belong to this period and their core messages.


Elijah’s Revelation

  • Recall how God revealed Himself to Elijah—not through expected means.

  • Be ready to describe the setting, the form of the revelation, and its theological meaning.


 
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