Category: Old Testament

Thank you for the question, “In the Bible, which character is known for building an ark?” As I looked at this question, I pondered about declining to answer the above question which I seldom do. I do believe the writer of the question should deserve an answers otherwise it appears that respondents doesn’t know the answer … Read More “In the Bible, which character is known for building an ark?” »

Thank you for the question on Biblical prophecy and current world history, “How might Daniel 2:21 be proving itself true through current world history? “He changes the times and seasons; He removes kings and raises up kings.” The Vision that King Nebuchadnezzar is given to him as he pondered the future of his kingdom and … Read More “How might Daniel 2:21 be proving itself true through current world history? “He changes the times and seasons; He removes kings and raises up kings.”” »

Thank you for the question on the prolong lifespan listed in the Bible, “Are there any theories on the meaning of the extremely long lifespans listed in the Bible (for example, Adam is said to have lived over 900 years)?” There are basically two positions on the age of humans before the Flood, if one believes … Read More “Are there any theories on the meaning of the extremely long lifespans listed in the Bible (for example, Adam is said to have lived over 900 years)?” »

Thank you for the question of the distinctive of Exodus 20 in comparison to other books in the Old Testament, “What is the distinction of Exodus chapter 20 among other books in Exodus Ace?” For one’s consideration of the distinctiveness of Exodus, I suggest the following for one’s consideration: A. Exodus 20 is the only time … Read More “What is the distinction of Exodus chapter 20 among other books in Exodus Ace?” »

Thank you for the question regarding the Torah/Law, “Was there a confession in the Torah before Leviticus?” If I am not mistaken, most readers of this question would be puzzled by the above question since the Book of Leviticus is part of the Torah or the Law. It appears that one is making a distinction … Read More “Was there a confession in the Torah before Leviticus?” »

Thank you for the question on the racial color of Adam, “Is Adam from the Bible black?” I am so thankful to God that in his wisdom he did not to reveal the racial pigmentation of Adam and Eve. When God decided to create man and woman, he wanted them in his own image and likeness. … Read More “Is Adam from the Bible black?” »

Thank you for the question of Solomon’s 666 talents of gold, “What is the significance of Solomon taking in 666 talents of gold in a year in II Chronicles 9:13?” As one reads the broader context of II Chronicle 9:13, one reads this, “The weight of the gold that Solomon received yearly was 666 talents, 14 not … Read More “What is the significance of Solomon taking in 666 talents of gold in a year in II Chronicles 9:13?” »

Thank you for the question on the age of Adam and Methuselah, “How is Methuselah the oldest person that ever lived when the Bible shows that Adam lived 130 years before he had said and 800 years after and then obviously he lived God knows how long before he ate the forbidden fruit?” If I understand … Read More “How is Methuselah the oldest person that ever lived when the Bible shows that Adam lived 130 years before he had said and 800 years after and then obviously he lived God knows how long before he ate the forbidden fruit?” »