Module 2: The Pentateuch

Hi everyone, and welcome to the second module for the Old Testament survey course. In this section, we'll be working through the first five books of the Old Testament, sometimes called the Pentateuch, or the Torah.

Upon successful completion of this module, the student will:

  • Place the Major OT people, events and books of the Pentateuch in a general chronology.
  • Explain the main message(s), organization, theme(s), and/or character(s) of the Books of the Pentateuch.
  • Demonstrate an understanding of the character of God as revealed through His revelation in the history and literature of the Pentateuch.
  • Consider how God's revelation through the Pentateuch applies in the student's life and ministry.

Below you will find links to all the study material for this module.

Course Documents

In this section, you'll find links to important documents for this module. Click the following links to open each document. The first group contains documents that explain and give instruction for all the course activities in this module. The second group is a set of blank lecture notes which you may use as a companion for the video lectures. And the last group contains summary sheets for each Bible book covered in this module.

Instruction Guides


Lecture Notes


Bible Summaries


Lecture Videos

In this section, you will find the video lectures for the Pentateuch module. They are designed to be watched in order, but each video should make sense on its own. Click each thumbnail to open access to each video. There is also a link with each video if you prefer to watch on the Rumble or YouTube interface. In addition, there is a link to download the audio for offline review.

9: Intro to the Pentateuch

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10: Genesis-Prehistory

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10: Genesis-Prehistory
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10b: Sin and Temptation Supplement

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10b: Sin and Temptation Supplement
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11: Genesis-Patriarchs

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11b: SCRuB and Blessing Supplement

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11b: SCRuB and Blessing Supplement
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12: Exodus-Deliverance

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13: Exodus-Covenant

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13: Exodus-Covenant
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14: Leviticus

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15: Numbers

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16: Deuteronomy

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Reviews

In this section, you will find the review slides from the course lectures for module 2. This is a convenient way to view and review the summaries for each lecture. Click the Thumbnail picture to begin the slide show.

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Review Quiz

This section is a link to a review quiz to test your understanding of the objective material for Module 2. By clicking the link, you will be taken to a series of questions, in random order. Answer each question and then push the Submit button to check your answers. Every question must be answered before you can submit the quiz. At the end, you will be shown your score for the entire quiz. The quiz will be different each time, so feel free to take it more than once. Click the Thumbnail picture to begin the quiz.

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Here is a review quiz for the material covered in this module's lectures. Click the button next to the best answer for each question, or drag each term to its best definition. Then press the button at the bottom to see if your answers are correct.


Which word best summarizes the book of Genesis?

Beginnings

Correct

Salvation

Sorry, see Lecture 16

Holiness

Sorry, see Lecture 16

Wandering

Sorry, see Lecture 16

Renewal

Sorry, see Lecture 16
The Torah was written to be a record of God's covenant with His people, giving them identity and structure as His people.

True

Well Done

False

Sorry, see Lecture 09
In Numbers, God gives new grace to Israel, even though they rebelled against Him in unbelief.

True

Good job

False

Sorry, see Lecture 15
There are two possible dates of the Exodus that can be reconciled with the Biblical data.

True

Good Job

False

Sorry, see Lecture 12
Which word best summarizes the book of Numbers?

Holiness

Sorry, see Lecture 16

Renewal

Sorry, see Lecture 16

Beginnings

Sorry, see Lecture 16

Salvation

Sorry, see Lecture 16

Wandering

Good Job
Trusting God's revelation is a key for overcoming temptation.

True

Yes

False

Sorry, see Lecture 10.5
The Pentateuch teaches that God wants to be worshipped in an acceptable manner.

True

Good Job

False

Sorry, see Lecture 14
Which is NOT a section of the Book of Numbers?

Wandering In the Desert

Sorry, see Lecture 15

At Sinai

Sorry, see Lecture 15

In the Promised Land

Well Done

On the Plains of Moab

Sorry, see Lecture 15
Which best describes the reason why God passed through the rows of sacrificed animals in Genesis 15?

To confirm His promise to Abraham by a covenant ceremony

Excellent

To threaten Abraham with punishment if Abraham disobeys

sorry, see Lecture 11

To show His power over Abraham and all nature

sorry, see Lecture 11

To demonstrate His displeasure for Abraham's doubt

sorry, see Lecture 11
During the Plagues, God hardened Pharaoh's heart in order to better display His greatness before the nations.

True

Good Job

False

Sorry, see Lecture 12
The Israelites wandered in the desert for years as a result of their disobedience and lack of faith.

True

Correct

False

Sorry, see Lecture 15
Which best describes the main purpose of the tabernacle?

To be the place where God is present

Good Job

To model purity

Sorry, see Lecture 13

To demonstrate God's power

Sorry, see Lecture 13

To be the place of sacrifice

True, but not the MAIN purpose
Genesis chs. 12-50 are organized by the stories of the main characters.

True

Good Job

False

Sorry, see Lecture 11
Abraham travelled to each of the three areas of the Fertile Crescent.

True

Right on

False

Sorry, see Lecture 11
Which of these happened LAST in Old Testament history?

10 Plagues of Egypt 10 Plagues of Egypt


Giving of the 10 Commandments


Promise to Abraham


Report of the spies, unbelief and desert wandering

Well Done

Tower of Babel


Which of these happened FIRST in Old Testament History?

Noah and the Flood

Good Job

Parting of the Red Sea


Building of the Tabernacle


Birth of Isaac


Joseph in Egypt


God did not give the Law until AFTER He had rescued His people.

True

Good Job

False

Sorry, see Lecture 13
The Book of Leviticus teaches about the various festivals of Israel.

True

Correct

False

Sorry, see Lecture 14
According to Genesis, humanity is BOTH created in the image of God AND broken by sin.

True

Well Done

False

Sorry, see Lecture 10
Which is NOT one of the ways that Deuteronomy is organized?

Around three speeches of Moses

Sorry, see Lecture 16

Geographical - by location

Well Done

A typical covenant pattern

Sorry, see Lecture 16
Two of the five Epochs of Old Testament history are related in the Book of Genesis.

True

Correct

False

Sorry, see Lecture 9
Which is NOT a part of the purpose why God gave the law?

To protect Israel

Sorry, see Lecture 13

To point forward to Christ

Sorry, see Lecture 13

To show Israel Who is the Boss

Sorry, see Lecture 13

To form Israel's worldview

Sorry, see Lecture 13

To show how to become God's people

Good Job, they already were God's people by His grace
In Leviticus, all offerings are the same.

True

Sorry, see Lecture 14

False

Good
The Book of Numbers is characterized by the rebellion and punishment of the Israelites, but there are also examples of faith and obedience.

True

Good Job

False

Joshua and Caleb are examples of faith, see Lecture 15
The six days of creation are in a definite pattern of "forming" and "filling".

True

Right

False

Sorry, see Lecture 10
Christians should value relationship with God more than His blessings.

True

Good Job

False

Sorry, see Lecture 11.5
Which of these is NOT a part of the tabernacle?

Lampstand

Sorry, see Lecture 13

Ark of the Covenant

Sorry, see Lecture 13

Bronze altar

Sorry, see Lecture 13

Pulpit

Well Done
Which is NOT one of the key themes of Exodus?

Election

Good Job

Presence

Sorry, see Lecture 13

The NAME

Sorry, see Lecture 13

Deliverance

Sorry, see Lecture 13
God protected the promise, sometimes in spite of the 'help' of the patriarchs.

True

Yes

False

Sorry, see Lecture 11
The tabernacle is divided into two smaller rooms, the holy place, and the most holy place.

True

Correct

False

Sorry, see Lecture 13

Discussion/Reflection/Essay Questions

This section contains questions for further thought and discussion from Module 2. These questions can also be used as essay questions in a classroom setting exam. It is recommended that you take time to think through these issues in order to thoroughly grasp the significance and explore the application of the material you are learning. Click the Thumbnail to view the questions.

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The following questions are for your thoughtful consideration and discussion:

  1. What does the lecture mean when it talks about Abraham "helping" God with the promise? What are the results in the Biblical story? How does this concept apply in your own life?
  2. What do the theological themes of the Prehistory epoch reveal about the character and purposes of God? What difference does this make for your life?
  3. Describe the promises that God gave to Abraham. How are these promises fulfilled in the Pentateuch? How do these promises apply to modern Christians? What difference does it make for your life?
  4. What is a covenant and what does the Pentateuch tell us about this relationship with God? How can we best experience this covenant relationship?
  5. What is God's NAME and what does Exodus tell us about God's character through the revelation of His NAME? How difference does this make for the way we should live?
  6. What is Deuteronomistic theology? Define and give examples from the Pentateuch. Give examples from your own life. What difference does this make?
  7. How do the events of the Prehistory epoch help you to understand the nature and state of our world today? What difference does this make for your life?
  8. List the three themes of Numbers and give an example of each from the Book of Numbers. How do these themes help us to understand the New Testament? How do they apply to our lives?

Module Completed!

Congratulations, you have reached the end of the second module. I hope that you have found it rewarding and have noticed personal growth.

I encourage you to continue on to the next module as soon as is convenience. The button below will take you to Module 3.