admin@christholdfast I. Who was Elisha the prophet? Elisha was a prophet in ancient Israel who succeeded Elijah as the leader of the prophetic community. He is believed to have lived in the 9th century BC and is mentioned in the Hebrew Bible as a prominent figure in the history of Israel. Elisha’s name means “God is … Read more
I. What is the book of Philemon? The book of Philemon is one of the shortest books in the New Testament, consisting of only one chapter with 25 verses. It is a letter written by the apostle Paul to a man named Philemon, who was a wealthy Christian living in Colossae. The letter is unique … Read more
I. What is “The Day of the Lord” in Joel 2:31? In Joel 2:31, the phrase “The Day of the Lord” refers to a time of divine judgment and intervention in the world. It is a day when God will bring about justice and righteousness, punishing the wicked and rewarding the righteous. The concept of … Read more
I. Who is Shealtiel? Shealtiel is a figure mentioned in the Bible, particularly in the Old Testament. He is known for being the father of Zerubbabel, who played a significant role in the restoration of the Temple in Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile. Shealtiel is believed to have been a descendant of King David, making … Read more
I. What is The Plumb Line in the Bible? In the Bible, the plumb line is a tool used by builders and architects to ensure that a structure is straight and true. It consists of a weight attached to a string, which when held against a wall or structure, shows whether it is perfectly vertical … Read more
I. What is Nebuchadnezzar’s dream? In the book of Daniel in the Bible, King Nebuchadnezzar of Babylon has a dream that troubles him greatly. He calls for his magicians, enchanters, sorcerers, and astrologers to interpret the dream for him, but none of them are able to do so. Nebuchadnezzar is so frustrated that he orders … Read more
I. Who was Esther? Esther, also known as Hadassah, was a Jewish queen of Persia who played a crucial role in saving her people from a genocide. She was an orphan raised by her cousin Mordecai and eventually became the wife of King Xerxes I. Esther is known for her beauty, intelligence, and bravery, which … Read more
I. What is Persia in the Bible? In the Bible, Persia refers to the ancient empire that existed in what is now modern-day Iran. It was one of the most powerful empires in the ancient world, known for its vast territory, advanced infrastructure, and influential culture. The Persians were known for their military prowess, administrative … Read more
I. What is “The Deliverer from Zion” in Romans 11:26? In Romans 11:26, the phrase “The Deliverer from Zion” is mentioned as part of Paul’s discussion on the salvation of Israel. The verse reads, “And so all Israel will be saved, as it is written: ‘The Deliverer will come from Zion; he will turn godlessness … Read more
I. What is the Septuagint? The Septuagint is a Greek translation of the Hebrew Bible, also known as the Old Testament. It was created in the 3rd to 2nd centuries BCE in Alexandria, Egypt. The name “Septuagint” comes from the Latin word for seventy, as tradition holds that seventy Jewish scholars were commissioned by Ptolemy … Read more