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Theology Chapter 6
Question | Answer |
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The land of God promised to Abraham's descendants. It covered about the same territory as modern Israel. It's inhabitants were idol worshipers who sacrificed their own children in cult rituals. | Canaan |
The ancient kingdom along the Nile River. During the time of the Patriarchs, Egypt was the wealthiest and most powerful nation on Earth. | Egypt |
The elder of Isaac and Rebekah's twin sons. The ancestor of the Edomites. He gave up his birthright for a bowl of Jacob's stew | Esau |
The name given to Jacob after he wrestled with God. Also the name of the nation descended on him. | Israel |