Who were the Leaders of Jerusalem in the second temple period?
The leaders of Jerusalem in the second temple period were the high priests. This continued under the Persians (c. 539 – c. 332 BCE), the Greeks (c. 332–167 BCE), and…
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There are often questions that just come up when studying the Bible. They may seem off the wall, but it’s surprising how many we have asked ourselves
What should be a Christian’s attitude towards his government?
God’s Sovereignty The Old Testament often states that no human authority exists except by God’s permission (Daniel 4:17). The reigning power of a government is delegated to men by God,…
In what way did Hosea urge the people to imitate Jacob?
Hosea urged his people to imitate the conduct of their progenitor – Jacob when he wrote: “He took his brother by the heel in the womb, and in his strength…
Were we called by God before birth?
Called before birth The Lord declared to the prophet Jeremiah, “Before I formed you in the womb I knew you; before you were born I sanctified you; I ordained you a prophet…
What was the first test of Daniel?
Background The story of the first test of Daniel is recorded in chapter 1 of his book. In the third year of the reign of Jehoiakim king of Judah, Nebuchadnezzar…
Why did pharaoh enslave the Hebrews?
After the death of Joseph, the family of Jacob multiplied miraculously. The climate of Egypt, the fertility of the land, the natural virility of the Hebrews, and the blessing of…
Why was Daniel thrown in the lions’ den?
The story of Daniel in the lions’ den is mentioned in the book of Daniel chapter six. King Darius the Mede set over his kingdom one hundred and twenty satraps.…
The Bible says that God sets up rulers. Does that mean He set up evil rulers like Hitler?
Although God sets up rulers, He is not responsible for their actions because they do exercise their freedom of choice to do as they please. Nevertheless, He directs all their…
Is speaking in tongues a sign that you have received the Holy Spirit?
Speaking in tongues and the gift of Holy Spirit A person doesn’t have to speak in tongues to have received the Holy Spirit. Some charismatic churches teach that a Christian…
Who had the most children in the Bible?
Most Children in the Bible One of God’s earliest instructions to mankind was “Be fruitful and multiply; fill the earth and subdue it” (Genesis 1:28). During Biblical times we see…
