NT 1 Lesson 2 Lecture 2 IMG 1896

Summary

This video script explores the United Kingdom period in Israel's history, spanning from 1050 to 930 BC, highlighting the reigns of Saul, David, and Solomon. It discusses the expectations of a spirit-anointed king, as seen in the Old Testament and fulfilled by Jesus in the New Testament. The script then transitions to the Divided Kingdom, detailing the fall of the Northern Kingdom to Assyria in 722 BC and the Southern Kingdom's fall to Babylon in 586 BC, leading to the Babylonian exile. It emphasizes the theological significance of God's eternal and universal kingdom alongside the human kingdoms.

Takeaways

• 👑 The 'United Kingdom' refers to the period in Israelite history from 1050 BC to 930 BC, during which all 12 tribes were united under a single king, starting with Saul and ending with Solomon.
• 📜 The expectation of a king and kingdom in Israel's history is rooted in Old Testament texts such as First Samuel and Second Samuel, which highlight the divine anointing and establishment of the kingship.
• 🌬 The spirit anointing of David as king signifies the empowerment of Israel's leaders, a theme echoed in the New Testament with Jesus' anointing at his baptism, indicating his role as a spirit-anointed king.
• 🔗 The 'Davidic Kingdom' is a concept that suggests the perpetuity of the kingdom established by David, although in reality, no human king's reign lasted forever, pointing to a deeper theological significance.
• 🕌 The idea of an earthly kingdom coexisted with the understanding of God's eternal and universal kingdom, as evidenced by various Psalms and prophetic books, which affirm God's rule over all creation.
• 🔄 The divided kingdom began in 930 BC with the death of Solomon, leading to a civil conflict and the division into the northern and southern kingdoms, which lasted until their respective falls.
• 📉 The northern kingdom, also known as Israel or Samaria, fell to Assyria in 722 BC due to disobedience and was followed by a resettlement that led to a mixed ethnicity and syncretism of religion.
• 🏛 The southern kingdom, or Judah, fell to Babylon in 586 BC, marking a significant national tragedy with the destruction of Jerusalem and the temple, and the beginning of the Babylonian exile.
• 📚 The Babylonian exile had profound implications for the Jewish people, with key figures like Daniel and Ezekiel representing the period of captivity and the hope for restoration.
• 🌐 The concepts of king and kingdom developed during the united and divided kingdoms laid the groundwork for understanding Jesus' proclamation of the kingdom of God in the New Testament, which could refer to both an earthly and a divine rule.
• 🔮 The script emphasizes the importance of distinguishing between the human, political aspects of kingship and the spiritual, eternal nature of God's kingdom when interpreting the New Testament.

Q & A

What is the term 'United Kingdom' referring to in the context of Israelite history?

The 'United Kingdom' refers to the period of Israelite history between the reigns of Saul, including David, and through the reign of Solomon, where all 12 tribes of Israel were united under one king, from 1050 BC to 930 BC.

How is the idea of a king and kingdom first introduced in the Old Testament?

The idea of a king and kingdom is first introduced in the Old Testament in 1 Samuel 16:13, where Samuel anoints David with the spirit of the Lord, indicating that God's anointed king would be a spirit-empowered leader of Israel.

What is the significance of the Davidic kingdom mentioned in 2 Samuel 7:11-16?

The significance of the Davidic kingdom in 2 Samuel 7:11-16 is that it is promised to be established forever, highlighting the expectation of a kingdom that would continue indefinitely, despite the fact that no human king could fulfill this expectation on their own.

How does the concept of the kingdom of God relate to the idea of an earthly kingdom?

The concept of the kingdom of God goes beyond the idea of an earthly kingdom ruled by a human king. It encompasses a spiritual kingdom where God is king, with a universal and everlasting rule over all of creation.

What is the term used to describe the mixing of religions that occurred after the fall of the northern kingdom?

The term used to describe the mixing of religions after the fall of the northern kingdom is 'syncretism,' which refers to the blending of religious beliefs and practices.

What event marked the end of the northern kingdom, and what was the consequence for its people?

The fall of the northern kingdom, also known as Israel or Samaria, occurred in 722 BC when it was conquered by Assyria. The consequence was the captivity of the northern tribes, who never returned from Assyria and experienced a mixing of their ethnicity and religion.

What was the outcome of the fall of the southern kingdom of Judah in 586 BC?

The fall of the southern kingdom of Judah in 586 BC led to the Babylonian exile, where many Judeans were taken captive to Babylon, and Jerusalem, including the temple, was destroyed.

How did the concept of God's eternal kingdom manifest in the Old Testament?

The concept of God's eternal kingdom manifested in the Old Testament through various passages, such as Psalm 10:16 and Psalm 145, which attest to God's everlasting rule and dominion over all creation, not just Israel.

What is the significance of the Babylonian exile in the context of the Old Testament and its impact on the New Testament?

The Babylonian exile was a significant national tragedy that led to the end of the southern kingdom of Judah. It had a profound impact on the Old Testament as it marked the end of the Israelite monarchy and set the stage for the development of a more spiritual understanding of the kingdom of God, which is reflected in the New Testament.

How does the script connect the Old Testament expectations of a king and kingdom to the New Testament proclamation of the kingdom of God by Jesus?

The script connects the Old Testament expectations by highlighting how Jesus, as a spirit-anointed leader, fulfills the long-standing expectation of a kingdom established by God. It also emphasizes that the kingdom of God proclaimed by Jesus is not limited to an earthly kingdom but includes God's universal and eternal rule.