The document provides summaries of key terms and people from the biblical story of Jephthah and the Ammonites. It describes:
- Jephthah as a judge of Israel who was cast out and became a leader of outlaws. He made a rash vow to sacrifice whoever greeted him upon returning from battle. Unfortunately, this was his daughter.
- The Ammonites as descendants of Lot who lived northeast of the Dead Sea and caused problems for the Israelites. King Saul defeated them, uniting the tribes of Israel.
- Details around Jephthah's defeat of the Ammonites after making his vow, the fulfillment of the vow by sacrificing his daughter, and the
This slide deck study on the Old Testament Books of Ezra and Nehemiah is one of a series designed for conscientious teachers who lead a Bible study or Sunday School class but are too busy to research and prepare well for the task. Access a quality series lessons that is engaging and challenging and do so even at the last moment, as it were, “to go”. More are in the works. Check back in the weeks ahead, Search using keyword "lessonstogo",
Did they really exist ? Through out history every continent and every culture lies the tales of the Human Giants. Now but myths and legends but are they based on truth. Are there actual physical remains now stored away from public view as reported in newspaper articles, documentary programs, and scientific papers so not to disturb the established Darwinian Evolution Model that you must believe in. Seek and you shall find and remember what Jesus said, "The truth shall set you free". Don't let others do your thinking for you. Cheers Steven
This chapter traces the migrations of Israelite tribes across Europe from 745 BC to around 1250 AD. It discusses how various European tribes, like the Goths, Vandals, Franks and Anglo-Saxons, were descended from the twelve tribes of Israel. It also examines specific Israelite tribal origins of place names like Denmark, Russia, and regions in Germany. The migrations were spurred by invasions from groups like the Huns, Avars, and Mongols continually driving the Israelite tribes further west.
This document discusses the migrations of the Israelites after their exile from Palestine by the Assyrians. It argues that the Israelites migrated north and west, eventually settling in places like Armenia, southern Russia, Germany, Scandinavia and Britain. The document traces the Israelite migrations through names they were called by others like Scythians, Saxons, Scots and more to show they maintained their identity as they migrated throughout Europe. It uses both biblical prophecies and historical sources to support this theory of the migrations and identities of the so-called "Ten Lost Tribes".
The document provides commentary from multiple scholars on Ezekiel 19, which contains a lament over the fallen princes of Israel. It describes how the nation of Israel is likened to a lioness who raised her cubs among other lions, causing them to take on rapacious behaviors. Two kings, Jehoahaz and Jehoiachin, are singled out as examples who were captured by foreign nations as punishment for adopting pagan ways. The commentary analyzes the symbolism and historical context behind the lament. Calvin notes the lament was meant to show the Israelites deserved their suffering, rather than blindly complaining, and to encourage self-reflection on why God was hostile towards them.
1) King Josiah instituted a brief period of righteousness in Judah by removing idols and pagan worship. He had the people renew their covenant with God.
2) After Josiah, both Judah and Israel turned away from God again and engaged in pagan worship. God punished Judah by removing them from his sight, just as he had done with Israel.
3) In 586 BC, Nebuchadnezzar besieged and captured Jerusalem, exiling the people of Judah to Babylon to fulfill God's punishment of removing Judah from his lands.
This document contains a summary of a biblical story and draws parallels to modern geopolitical issues in Israel. [1] It discusses the story of Jephthah and the King of Ammon's false territorial claims against Israel. [2] The document argues that negotiating with lies and false claims, as Jephthah did, will only lead to further aggression. [3] It concludes that Israel must stand firm against falsification of history and assert its right to the land as promised by God.
This slide deck study on the Old Testament Books of Ezra and Nehemiah is one of a series designed for conscientious teachers who lead a Bible study or Sunday School class but are too busy to research and prepare well for the task. Access a quality series lessons that is engaging and challenging and do so even at the last moment, as it were, “to go”. More are in the works. Check back in the weeks ahead, Search using keyword "lessonstogo",
Did they really exist ? Through out history every continent and every culture lies the tales of the Human Giants. Now but myths and legends but are they based on truth. Are there actual physical remains now stored away from public view as reported in newspaper articles, documentary programs, and scientific papers so not to disturb the established Darwinian Evolution Model that you must believe in. Seek and you shall find and remember what Jesus said, "The truth shall set you free". Don't let others do your thinking for you. Cheers Steven
This chapter traces the migrations of Israelite tribes across Europe from 745 BC to around 1250 AD. It discusses how various European tribes, like the Goths, Vandals, Franks and Anglo-Saxons, were descended from the twelve tribes of Israel. It also examines specific Israelite tribal origins of place names like Denmark, Russia, and regions in Germany. The migrations were spurred by invasions from groups like the Huns, Avars, and Mongols continually driving the Israelite tribes further west.
This document discusses the migrations of the Israelites after their exile from Palestine by the Assyrians. It argues that the Israelites migrated north and west, eventually settling in places like Armenia, southern Russia, Germany, Scandinavia and Britain. The document traces the Israelite migrations through names they were called by others like Scythians, Saxons, Scots and more to show they maintained their identity as they migrated throughout Europe. It uses both biblical prophecies and historical sources to support this theory of the migrations and identities of the so-called "Ten Lost Tribes".
The document provides commentary from multiple scholars on Ezekiel 19, which contains a lament over the fallen princes of Israel. It describes how the nation of Israel is likened to a lioness who raised her cubs among other lions, causing them to take on rapacious behaviors. Two kings, Jehoahaz and Jehoiachin, are singled out as examples who were captured by foreign nations as punishment for adopting pagan ways. The commentary analyzes the symbolism and historical context behind the lament. Calvin notes the lament was meant to show the Israelites deserved their suffering, rather than blindly complaining, and to encourage self-reflection on why God was hostile towards them.
1) King Josiah instituted a brief period of righteousness in Judah by removing idols and pagan worship. He had the people renew their covenant with God.
2) After Josiah, both Judah and Israel turned away from God again and engaged in pagan worship. God punished Judah by removing them from his sight, just as he had done with Israel.
3) In 586 BC, Nebuchadnezzar besieged and captured Jerusalem, exiling the people of Judah to Babylon to fulfill God's punishment of removing Judah from his lands.
This document contains a summary of a biblical story and draws parallels to modern geopolitical issues in Israel. [1] It discusses the story of Jephthah and the King of Ammon's false territorial claims against Israel. [2] The document argues that negotiating with lies and false claims, as Jephthah did, will only lead to further aggression. [3] It concludes that Israel must stand firm against falsification of history and assert its right to the land as promised by God.
A verse by verse commentary on Judges 10 dealing with a couple of leaders of Israel in times of God's disappointment in the failure of his people to avoid idolatry.
The document discusses the migrations of the Ten Tribes of Israel after the kingdom split around 930 BC. It describes how Jeroboam set up pagan worship centers and priests in Bethel and Dan, which became a sin for the northern tribes. Over time, the northern tribes came to be known as the House of Omri or Cimmerians. The document asserts that when the Assyrians invaded Israel, some Cimmerians fled by sea and settled in Wales, where their descendants and language remain today with many similarities to Hebrew. Linguistic evidence from Welsh words is presented to support the claim of ancient migration from Israel.
Flavius Josephus: The Complete Works - Flavius JosephusJasterRogue2
This document contains a table of contents for "The Antiquities of the Jews" by Flavius Josephus. It lists 20 chapters under Book I, which covers the period from Creation to the death of Isaac over 3,800 years. It also includes tables of contents for Books II through VI which continue the history of the Israelites up to the death of Saul, divided into shorter time periods.
The document discusses events leading up to the British taking control of Jerusalem in 1917 from the Ottoman Turks, marking the fulfillment of the scattering of the true Israelite nations. It describes how this set the stage for the abomination of desolation and decline of the true Israelite powers. It also summarizes how various groups worked to condition Christians to accept the Zionist state in Palestine, including the British Israel movement, Scofield, and secret societies.
Difficult moral issues: Genocide of the Canaanitespdavenport
The document discusses the genocide of the Canaanites described in the book of Joshua. It summarizes the religious practices of the Canaanites, including idolatry, cult prostitution, child sacrifice, and other immoral acts. It argues that God justifiably commanded the destruction of the Canaanites to remove the immoral influence from Israel and assert his sole authority. However, the language in Joshua was exaggerated based on conventions of ancient Near Eastern military reports, and the Israelites did not actually commit genocide against the Canaanites. The events prefigured God's ultimate judgment and salvation through Jesus Christ.
Jeremiah and Lamentations were written by the prophet Jeremiah during the late 7th and early 6th centuries BC as Babylon gained power in the region and ultimately destroyed Jerusalem and exiled its people. Jeremiah prophesied judgment on Judah for their sins but also promised future restoration. Lamentations expresses grief over the fall of Jerusalem from the destruction prophesied by Jeremiah. Both books share the themes of God's judgment on sin but also his faithfulness and hope for the future.
1) Antiochus IV, ruler of the Seleucid Empire, sought to suppress Jewish traditions and impose Greek culture, desecrating the Temple and forbidding Jewish rituals.
2) Judah Maccabee led a rebellion against Antiochus with a small group of followers. Through guerrilla tactics including an ambush, they were able to defeat a much larger Seleucid army led by Nicanor.
3) After their victory, the Maccabees rededicated the Temple and found that a single day's worth of sacred oil miraculously lasted eight days, commemorated today as the festival of Hanukkah.
A verse by verse commentary on Joshua 11 dealing with the uniting of many kings and their armies against Israel.The Lord gave Joshua victory over all the enemy kings and they possessed the land.
This document provides details about the history of Jerusalem, including:
1) Caliph Umar entered Jerusalem peacefully in 634 CE and granted protection and religious freedom to Christians in the city.
2) Under Muslim rule, Christians, Jews, and Muslims generally lived together in shared peace and prosperity in Jerusalem.
3) The Crusaders brutally massacred the city's population of 70,000 people when they captured Jerusalem in 1099 CE, in stark contrast to the peaceful Muslim conquest centuries earlier.
Ancient Babylon was located along the Euphrates River in southern Mesopotamia. The Babylon Empire existed between 606-536 BC and was a major power in the region, rivaling the Assyrians. In 587 BC, the Babylonians under King Nebuchadnezzar II destroyed Jerusalem and exiled the Israelites to Babylon. The Israelites remained captives in Babylon for 70 years, as prophesied, until the Persians conquered Babylonia in 538 BC and the Israelites were allowed to return home.
The BIBLE is the LIVING WORD of GOD [Considered in the Light of Fulfilled PRO...Linus Daniel
This document discusses biblical prophecies concerning Israel and examines whether modern events fulfill those prophecies. It analyzes Jesus' prophecy about Jerusalem being destroyed and the Jews being exiled. It then provides historical context on Israel from Roman rule to modern times. The document suggests several biblical passages may be fulfilled by Israel's current control of certain territories and its conflicts with neighboring states. It argues events in the Middle East show God is still active and believers can trust the Bible's prophecies.
This document provides a detailed analysis of the historical figure Hiram Abif and the development of his legend within Freemasonry. It discusses the various biblical references to Hiram Abif and analyzes the earliest Masonic manuscripts that mention him. While the legend of Hiram Abif cannot be proven historically, the document argues he was likely a highly skilled architect and builder given the context of the time period and the scale of the project he oversaw. It concludes by stating that while details of Hiram Abif are uncertain, envisioning him as a great and virtuous figure can still be inspiring to Freemasons.
The apron is an important symbol in Freemasonry representing innocence and honorable labor. While the apron's shape and size have changed over time for practical reasons, its essential meanings have remained the same. Various theories have attempted to ascribe deeper symbolic meanings to modern apron designs, but historians find little evidence these were intentional. More important than debates over correct apron styles is that aprons are worn and taught differently as Masons progress through the degrees, representing their increased learning.
This document provides an introduction to the book "The Mysticism of Masonry" which interprets Masonic symbolism and offers additional mystic interpretations. It discusses how Masonry is based on ancient mysteries but modern Masons know little of this deeper spiritual meaning. The document explores the legend of how additional Masonic degrees were developed to preserve esoteric knowledge gained from Egyptians. It maintains that initiation leads to regeneration and that Masonry has the potential to help members attain spiritual wisdom if they understand the true meaning behind the symbols.
Freemasonry 249 the mysteries of freemasonry - capt. william morganColinJxxx
This document provides an overview of the initiation ceremony for entering the first degree of Freemasonry as an Entered Apprentice Mason. It describes the opening of the Masonic lodge, including positioning of officers and their duties. It then details the questions asked of a candidate seeking initiation, their preparation by removing clothing and blindfolding, and being led around the lodge three times while passages are read. The candidate is questioned at each station about their intentions and qualifications to become a Freemason.
Freemasonry 039 opinions on speculative masonryColinJxxx
This short document notes that the author believes the content is in the public domain and provides contact information in case someone has information to the contrary. The author can be contacted at colin49mail-index@yahoo.co.uk regarding the public domain status of the document.
A verse by verse commentary on Judges 10 dealing with a couple of leaders of Israel in times of God's disappointment in the failure of his people to avoid idolatry.
The document discusses the migrations of the Ten Tribes of Israel after the kingdom split around 930 BC. It describes how Jeroboam set up pagan worship centers and priests in Bethel and Dan, which became a sin for the northern tribes. Over time, the northern tribes came to be known as the House of Omri or Cimmerians. The document asserts that when the Assyrians invaded Israel, some Cimmerians fled by sea and settled in Wales, where their descendants and language remain today with many similarities to Hebrew. Linguistic evidence from Welsh words is presented to support the claim of ancient migration from Israel.
Flavius Josephus: The Complete Works - Flavius JosephusJasterRogue2
This document contains a table of contents for "The Antiquities of the Jews" by Flavius Josephus. It lists 20 chapters under Book I, which covers the period from Creation to the death of Isaac over 3,800 years. It also includes tables of contents for Books II through VI which continue the history of the Israelites up to the death of Saul, divided into shorter time periods.
The document discusses events leading up to the British taking control of Jerusalem in 1917 from the Ottoman Turks, marking the fulfillment of the scattering of the true Israelite nations. It describes how this set the stage for the abomination of desolation and decline of the true Israelite powers. It also summarizes how various groups worked to condition Christians to accept the Zionist state in Palestine, including the British Israel movement, Scofield, and secret societies.
Difficult moral issues: Genocide of the Canaanitespdavenport
The document discusses the genocide of the Canaanites described in the book of Joshua. It summarizes the religious practices of the Canaanites, including idolatry, cult prostitution, child sacrifice, and other immoral acts. It argues that God justifiably commanded the destruction of the Canaanites to remove the immoral influence from Israel and assert his sole authority. However, the language in Joshua was exaggerated based on conventions of ancient Near Eastern military reports, and the Israelites did not actually commit genocide against the Canaanites. The events prefigured God's ultimate judgment and salvation through Jesus Christ.
Jeremiah and Lamentations were written by the prophet Jeremiah during the late 7th and early 6th centuries BC as Babylon gained power in the region and ultimately destroyed Jerusalem and exiled its people. Jeremiah prophesied judgment on Judah for their sins but also promised future restoration. Lamentations expresses grief over the fall of Jerusalem from the destruction prophesied by Jeremiah. Both books share the themes of God's judgment on sin but also his faithfulness and hope for the future.
1) Antiochus IV, ruler of the Seleucid Empire, sought to suppress Jewish traditions and impose Greek culture, desecrating the Temple and forbidding Jewish rituals.
2) Judah Maccabee led a rebellion against Antiochus with a small group of followers. Through guerrilla tactics including an ambush, they were able to defeat a much larger Seleucid army led by Nicanor.
3) After their victory, the Maccabees rededicated the Temple and found that a single day's worth of sacred oil miraculously lasted eight days, commemorated today as the festival of Hanukkah.
A verse by verse commentary on Joshua 11 dealing with the uniting of many kings and their armies against Israel.The Lord gave Joshua victory over all the enemy kings and they possessed the land.
This document provides details about the history of Jerusalem, including:
1) Caliph Umar entered Jerusalem peacefully in 634 CE and granted protection and religious freedom to Christians in the city.
2) Under Muslim rule, Christians, Jews, and Muslims generally lived together in shared peace and prosperity in Jerusalem.
3) The Crusaders brutally massacred the city's population of 70,000 people when they captured Jerusalem in 1099 CE, in stark contrast to the peaceful Muslim conquest centuries earlier.
Ancient Babylon was located along the Euphrates River in southern Mesopotamia. The Babylon Empire existed between 606-536 BC and was a major power in the region, rivaling the Assyrians. In 587 BC, the Babylonians under King Nebuchadnezzar II destroyed Jerusalem and exiled the Israelites to Babylon. The Israelites remained captives in Babylon for 70 years, as prophesied, until the Persians conquered Babylonia in 538 BC and the Israelites were allowed to return home.
The BIBLE is the LIVING WORD of GOD [Considered in the Light of Fulfilled PRO...Linus Daniel
This document discusses biblical prophecies concerning Israel and examines whether modern events fulfill those prophecies. It analyzes Jesus' prophecy about Jerusalem being destroyed and the Jews being exiled. It then provides historical context on Israel from Roman rule to modern times. The document suggests several biblical passages may be fulfilled by Israel's current control of certain territories and its conflicts with neighboring states. It argues events in the Middle East show God is still active and believers can trust the Bible's prophecies.
This document provides a detailed analysis of the historical figure Hiram Abif and the development of his legend within Freemasonry. It discusses the various biblical references to Hiram Abif and analyzes the earliest Masonic manuscripts that mention him. While the legend of Hiram Abif cannot be proven historically, the document argues he was likely a highly skilled architect and builder given the context of the time period and the scale of the project he oversaw. It concludes by stating that while details of Hiram Abif are uncertain, envisioning him as a great and virtuous figure can still be inspiring to Freemasons.
The apron is an important symbol in Freemasonry representing innocence and honorable labor. While the apron's shape and size have changed over time for practical reasons, its essential meanings have remained the same. Various theories have attempted to ascribe deeper symbolic meanings to modern apron designs, but historians find little evidence these were intentional. More important than debates over correct apron styles is that aprons are worn and taught differently as Masons progress through the degrees, representing their increased learning.
This document provides an introduction to the book "The Mysticism of Masonry" which interprets Masonic symbolism and offers additional mystic interpretations. It discusses how Masonry is based on ancient mysteries but modern Masons know little of this deeper spiritual meaning. The document explores the legend of how additional Masonic degrees were developed to preserve esoteric knowledge gained from Egyptians. It maintains that initiation leads to regeneration and that Masonry has the potential to help members attain spiritual wisdom if they understand the true meaning behind the symbols.
Freemasonry 249 the mysteries of freemasonry - capt. william morganColinJxxx
This document provides an overview of the initiation ceremony for entering the first degree of Freemasonry as an Entered Apprentice Mason. It describes the opening of the Masonic lodge, including positioning of officers and their duties. It then details the questions asked of a candidate seeking initiation, their preparation by removing clothing and blindfolding, and being led around the lodge three times while passages are read. The candidate is questioned at each station about their intentions and qualifications to become a Freemason.
Freemasonry 039 opinions on speculative masonryColinJxxx
This short document notes that the author believes the content is in the public domain and provides contact information in case someone has information to the contrary. The author can be contacted at colin49mail-index@yahoo.co.uk regarding the public domain status of the document.
The document summarizes a lecture about Richard Carlile and his 1825 publication "A Manual of Freemasonry". It describes how Carlile was intrigued by Masonic advertisements as a young man and went on to become a radical political activist. His Manual of Freemasonry, which revealed Masonic rituals and symbols, was controversial but remained continuously in print. The lecture discusses Carlile's radical beliefs and how his Manual contributed to radical ideology.
Freemasonry 050 symbolism, the hiramic legend and the master's wordColinJxxx
This document provides a summary and analysis of symbolism, the Hiramic legend, and the search for the Master's Word in Masonry. It discusses how these concepts have ancient roots and symbolize important philosophical ideas like immortality and the pursuit of truth and virtue. The legend of Hiram is analyzed as a symbol of man's journey through life encountering obstacles like ignorance, doubt, and prejudice. The document suggests the Master's Word represents perfection and entering the Grand Lodge above, attained through seeking truth and living a pure life, though physically unreachable.
This document provides summaries of several books related to Freemasonry and secret societies. It begins with books that are critical of Freemasonry from a Christian perspective and argue it conflicts with biblical teachings. It then summarizes books that research the origins and history of Freemasonry and its connections to other secret societies such as the Knights Templar. The document examines theories about Freemasonry's influence on architecture and governments. It provides summaries of books exploring Freemasonry's rituals and symbols and debates around its beliefs.
This document provides an overview of the meaning and significance of the altar in Masonic lodges. It discusses how the altar is a symbol of faith and fellowship, representing the underlying beliefs that unite Masons. The altar stands at the center of the lodge as a reminder that Masonry seeks to bring together, not divide, men of different religious opinions on their shared fundamental beliefs in God and moral truth. The open Bible on the altar represents Masonry's religious nature but tolerance of individual interpretations, avoiding dogmatism.
The document discusses the history and symbolism of the Rough Ashlar and Perfect Ashlar in Freemasonry. It explores how the symbols have evolved over time, with the Broached Thurnel being replaced by the Perfect Ashlar. The Rough Ashlar represents man in his untutored state, while the Perfect Ashlar symbolizes man as educated and refined. The shaping of the Rough Ashlar into a Perfect Ashlar through skill, tools, and a plan is seen as representing the moral and spiritual development of man.
Freemasonry 034 lodge of aitchison's havenColinJxxx
This document summarizes minutes from the Lodge of Aitchison's Haven Masonic Lodge from 1598 to 1764. It describes new members being admitted as apprentices and fellows of the craft, payment of dues, choosing of instructors, and mentions disputes between members. The document is written in Old English and covers organizational details of the lodge over many decades.
This document contains a collection of 29 poems and passages about Freemasonry and Masonic themes. The poems cover topics like initiation, brotherhood, charity, and Masonic symbols like the white leather apron. Some highlight Masonic virtues like serving others. The collection seeks to inspire Masons and share insights into the Masonic experience.
The document provides an overview of the origins and early history of Judaism. It discusses how the location of Israel contributed to trade but also made it a battleground. It outlines some of the key figures and events in early Judaism, including Abraham establishing the faith, Moses leading the Israelites out of Egypt, receiving the Ten Commandments, and their conquest of Canaan under Joshua. The document also mentions important later figures like judges, prophets, and kings Saul, David, and Solomon who built the first temple.
History of Israel from Abraham and ancient times to Diaspora, to World War I and II, Balfour Declaration, mandates, Jewish State, Six Day War, Camp David, Oslo and Abraham Accords, PLO, Hamas, Gaza, 2023, including wars, diplomacy, and scripture.
The origins of Judaism can be traced back to the ancient Hebrew people who settled in Canaan, located between the Jordan River and the Mediterranean Sea. According to the Torah, God chose Abraham and promised him land and protection if he obeyed God and established a covenant. Abraham's descendants, called the Hebrews, later moved to Egypt but were eventually enslaved. Moses then led the Hebrews out of Egypt to Mount Sinai, where God gave Moses the Ten Commandments. The Hebrews later settled in Canaan but the kingdom divided and both parts were eventually conquered by outside empires, with many Jews exiled to Babylon.
The Phoenicians were a Canaanite people who lived along the Mediterranean coast near Israel during the time that Israel had kings like Saul, David, and Solomon. They were skilled seafarers and traders who traveled as far as Spain and North Africa. Two important contributions of the Phoenicians were developing one of the first alphabets made of letters to represent sounds, rather than symbols for whole words, and producing purple dye from murex snails that was highly valued in the ancient world. The Phoenician city of Tyre grew wealthy from maritime trade but was also known for the unpleasant smell from dye production.
The book of Exodus describes the Israelites' journey from slavery in Egypt to freedom. It begins with the Israelites enslaved in Egypt and ends with them receiving the Law from God at Mount Sinai and constructing the Tabernacle as a place of worship. Key events include Moses leading the Israelites out of Egypt after ten plagues, the first Passover, crossing the Red Sea, receiving manna and water from God in the wilderness, and being given the Ten Commandments at Sinai. The central theme is God redeeming his people from bondage and establishing them as His chosen nation with Himself as their God.
Ancient Israelite History: United Monarchy Jacob Gluck
The document provides an overview of the history of the United Monarchy period in ancient Israel, from the rise of Saul as the first king around 1030 BCE to the division of the kingdom after Solomon's death around 930 BCE. It summarizes the key events, figures, and factors that contributed to the formation of the monarchy and the reigns of Saul, David, and Solomon. These include the Philistine and other external threats, the roles of Samuel, Saul, David, and Solomon, and the expansion and administration of the united kingdom under David and Solomon before its division after Solomon.
B I B S T U D Lesson 14 Old Testament JudgesDennis Maturan
The document provides background information on several Old Testament judges in Israel:
- The judges acted as military and judicial leaders after Joshua divided the Promised Land among the tribes of Israel. Key judges included Othniel, Ehud, Deborah, Barak, Gideon, Jair, Jephthah, Ibzan, Elon, Abdon, and Samson.
- Gideon performed miracles to prove God had chosen him to free Israel from the Midianites and Amalekites. He led Israel to victory over the enemy armies with only 300 men.
- Jephthah made a rash vow to sacrifice whoever greeted him upon returning from battle vict
This document provides commentary from multiple scholars on Ruth Chapter 1. It summarizes the key events in the chapter where there was a famine in Bethlehem so Elimelech and his family, including his wife Naomi and their two sons, went to live in Moab. While there, Elimelech died and Naomi's sons married Moabite women but then also died, leaving Naomi widowed and childless in Moab. The commentary discusses possible historical contexts and judges this event may have taken place under as well as meanings of the names and characters.
Lecture 9 palestine in the old testament timedallife
(1) The document describes the physical geography and climate of biblical Palestine, including its climactic zones, seasons, and topographic regions. (2) It then provides an overview of the patriarchal period in Genesis, including Abraham, Isaac, Ishmael, Jacob, and Joseph in Egypt. (3) The Exodus and wilderness wanderings are summarized, along with the giving of the Law at Mount Sinai and differences between ancient Near Eastern law codes and the Old Testament law.
The document provides an overview of the history and beliefs of the ancient Israelites. It discusses how the Israelites formed their kingdom in Canaan and faced conflicts with the Canaanites for land. It then describes the establishment of the kingdoms of Israel and Judah, and the major kings like David and Solomon. It also explains how the Israelites were later conquered and exiled, and how their religion of Judaism developed and spread despite these hardships.
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- The Ammonites as descendants of Lot who lived northeast of the Dead Sea and caused problems for the Israelites. King Saul defeated them, uniting the tribes of Israel.
- Details around Jephthah's battle with the Ammonites, his daughter greeting him, and his fulfillment of his vow by sacrificing her.
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Freemasonry 258 second degree tracing board research file
1. 2nd Degree Tracing Board Research Notes:
Cubit:
An ancient measurement from the elbow to the tip off the
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fingers being 18 inches.
Shibboleth:
Hebrew word meaning part of a plant containing grain.
It was used to distinguish ones social or region of origin.
Its pronunciation identifies its speaker as being a member
or not a member of a particular group or tribe.
Specie:
An ancient coinage currency usually made of precious
metals.
Gileadites:
The name originates from the word Gilead meaning ‘Hill
of Test Moment or Mound of Witness’ A mountainous
region east of the River Jordan. Situated in the
Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan.
Ephraimites:
The tribe of Ephraim was one of the Tribes of Israel.
They were eventually part of the house of Joseph.
They were part of a loose confederation of Israelite
tribes, until the formation of the first kingdom of Israel.
According to the Hebrew Bible: The Tribe of Ephraim
was one of the Tribes of Israel. The Tribe of Manasseh
together with Ephraim also formed the House of Joseph.
The descendants of Joseph formed two of the tribes of
Israel, whereas each of the other sons of Jacob was the
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founder of only one tribe. Thus there were in reality
thirteen tribes; but the number twelve was preserved by
excluding that of Levi when Ephraim and Manasseh are
mentioned separately.
From after the conquest of Canaan by Joshua, who
himself was a descendant of Ephraim in c. 1200 BCE,
until the formation of the first Kingdom of Israel in c.
1050 BC, the Tribe of Ephraim was a part of a loose
confederation of Israelite tribes. No central government
existed, and in times of crisis the people were led by ad
hoc leaders known as Judges. With the growth of the
threat from Philistine incursions, the Israelite tribes
decided to form a strong centralised monarchy to meet
the challenge, and the Tribe of Ephraim joined the new
kingdom with Saul as the first king. After the death of
Saul, all the tribes other than Judah remained loyal to the
House of Saul, but after the death of Ish-bosheth, Saul's
son and successor to the throne of Israel, the Tribe of
Ephraim joined the other northern Israelite tribes in
making David, who was then the king of Judah, king of a
re-united Kingdom of Israel.
However, on the accession of Rehoboam, David's
grandson, in c. 930 BC the northern tribes split from the
House of David to reform a Kingdom of Israel as the
Northern Kingdom. The first king of the Northern
Kingdom of Israel was Jeroboam, who came from the
Tribe of Ephraim.
The accents of the tribes were distinctive enough even at
the time of the confederacy so that when the Israelites of
Gilead, under the leadership of Jephthah, fought the
Tribe of Ephraim, their pronunciation of shibboleth as
sibboleth was considered sufficient evidence to single
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out individuals from Ephraim, so that they could be
subjected to immediate death by the Israelites of Gilead.
Ephraim was a member of the Northern Kingdom until
the kingdom was conquered by Assyria in c. 723 BC and
the population deported. From that time, the Tribe of
Ephraim has been counted as one of the Ten Lost Tribes
of Israel.
Ammonities:
From the family of Abraham
They lived northeast of the Dead Sea.
They caused the Israelites many problems!
During the Israelites exodus from their Egyptian
Captivity, they did not allow them passage through their
land and for that reason they were excluded from the
family of God for Ten Generations.
King Saul defeated the Ammonties, after several attacks
by them. This eventually untied the various tribes of
Israel under King Saul.
It is understood King Solomon’s chief wife Naamoh was
an Ammonite
In the Bible, the Ammonites are said to be a group of people
stemming from the family of Abraham and during Old
Testament times caused the Israelites many problems.
*They were a distinct group of people living northeast of the
Dead Sea
*In Biblical times the government of the Ammonites was
known as the Kingdom of the Ammonites. The kingdom
basically centred on the city-state of Rabbah located at the
4. headwaters of the Jabbok River. Today the site of Rabbah is
the city of Amman in Jordan.
*The Bible explains the origins of the Ammonite people from
the incestuous event between Lot and his daughters following
the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah. Both daughters had
children and the Moabites and Ammonites were decendents of
the unions. Their admitted kinship through the centuries and
close ties in language development attest to kinship. Genesis
states ‘So both of Lot’s daughters became pregnant by their
father’. The firstborn gave birth to a son and named him
Moab. He is the father of the Moabites of today. The younger
also gave birth to a son, and she named him Ben-ammi. He is
the father of the Ammonites of today.
*There was definitely bad blood between the Ammonites and
the Israelites as far back as the Exodus. The Ammonites did
not allow the Israelites passage through their lands and for this
reason they were excluded from the family of God for ten
generations (Deuteronomy 23:3)
*King Saul defeated the Ammonite King, Nahash. In fact,
several attacks by the Ammonites were the triggers which
eventually united the various Israelite tribes under King Saul.
*King David had some good dealings with King Nahash, but
did not get along so well with his successor, King Hanun.
*King David’s armies defeated King Hanun. When King
David was courting Bathsheba he sent her husband, Uriah, on
an impossible mission. In fact, Uriah was killed while
storming the walls of Rabbah, the main city of the Ammonite
Kingdom.
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5. *King Solomon’s chief wife was Naamah, an Ammonitess.
She was the mother of Rehoboam.
*In New Testament times the Ammonites were still a thorn in
the side of Israel. The Pharisees were very concerned with the
large number of mixed marriages between Hebrews,
Moabites, and Ammonites according to the Justin Martyr. At
one point a law in the Mishnah states Ammonite men are
excluded, but the women can be admitted to the Jewish
community.
*In fact, many scholars over the years have expressed concern
regarding the Messianic line through King David because he
came from Ruth, a Moabite.
Jephtha:
In Hebrew means Oppressor
Was the son of Galaad and a Harlot.
He was most valiant man and a warrior.
According to the Book of Judges he was cast out by his
father’s legitimate sons and joined a band of brigands.
When the Gileaties were oppressed by the Ammonite
Army, they asked Jephtha to aid them
He lead them to victory having first promised God a
sacrifice of whatever he first saw when he left his house
after prayer. Unfortunately it was his daughter.
His significance in the Book of Judges is an Exemplar of
Israel’s fidelity to God.
Biblical Data:
Jephtha was a Judge of Israel during six years (Judges xii. 7);
conqueror of the Ammonites. According to Judges xi. 1, he
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6. was a Gileadite, son of Gilead and a harlot. Driven from his
father's house by his father's legitimate sons, he settled in the
land of Tob (a district on the east of Jordan, about 13 miles
south-east of the Sea of Galilee, to which Jephtha fled from
his brethren (Judg. 11:3, 5). It was on the northern boundary
of Perea, between Syria and the land of Ammon) as chief of a
band of freebooters (Judges xi. 3). On the occasion of the war
with the Ammonites, Jephtha's aid was sought by the elders of
Gilead and obtained on the condition that they would accept
him as their chief; and he was accordingly solemnly invested
with authority at Mizpah (which means "watchtower", for
Laban said, "May the LORD keep watch between us to make
sure that we keep this covenant when we are out of each
other's sight.). Before taking the field, Jephthah resorted to
diplomacy, sending an embassy to the King of Ammon. This
failing, Jephthah attacked and completely defeated him,
taking from him twenty cities (Judges xi. 12-33).
The most prominent act in Jephthah's life was his vow to
sacrifice to Yhwh YAHWEH (Translated: I AM WHO I
AM) whatsoever came first out of his house to meet him if he
should return victorious. His vow fell upon his only daughter,
who came out to meet him dancing to the sound of timbrels.
Jephthah, having given her a respite of two months,
consummated his vow. After this it became the custom for the
daughters of Israel to lament four days in every year the death
of Jephthah's daughter (Judges xi. 34-40). After the war a
quarrel broke out between Jephthah and the Ephraimites, who
reproached him for not having called them to take part.
Having seized the fords of the Jordan, Jephthah required every
fugitive who attempted to cross to pronounce the word
"shibboleth." Those who betrayed their Ephraimite origin by
saying "sibboleth" were put to death; in this manner 42,000
Ephraimites fell (Judges xii. 1-6).
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7. The return of Jephtha from the Ephraimate War
Then Jephthah came to his home at Mizpah; and behold, his
daughter came out to meet him with timbrels and with dances;
she was his only child; beside her he had neither son nor
daughter. (Judges 11:34
And when he saw her, he rent his clothes, and said, "Alas, my
daughter! you have brought me very low, and you have
become the cause of great trouble to me; for I have opened my
mouth to the LORD, and I cannot take back my vow." (Judges
11:35)
It is assumed he had expected to see a stranger?
She understood his dilemma and promised to cooperate.
Jephthah honoured her one final request for two months
leave so she may bewail her virginity.
And she said to him, "My father, if you have opened your
mouth to the LORD, do to me according to what has gone
forth from your mouth, now that the LORD has avenged you
on your enemies, on the Ammonites."
And she said to her father, "Let this thing be done for me; let
me alone two months, that I may go and wander on the
mountains, and bewail my virginity, I and my companions."
And he said, "Go." And he sent her away for two months; and
she departed, she and her companions, and bewailed her
virginity upon the mountains. (Judges 11:36-38)
She returned after two months and Jepthah kept his vow.
And at the end of two months, she returned to her father, who
did with her according to his vow which he had made. She
had never known a man. And it became a custom in Israel
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8. that the daughters of Israel went year by year to lament the
daughter of Jephthah the Gileadite four days in the year.
(Judges 11:34-40)
Jephthah can also means ‘he opens’; the name may refer
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to Jephthah’s fatal habit of speaking without thinking -
he opened his mouth to make the vow when it would
have been better if he had remained silent.
Names in the Bible often say something about the person, but
in this case the young
woman in the story is
nameless.
People without a name seem
less real, so leaving the girl
without a name minimized
the horror of Jephthah's act, and made him more acceptable as
a hero of Israel.