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Matthew Henry's synopsis of Exodus 23:1-9 is: "...Laws against falsehood and injustice...".
"...Ver. 1-9 In the law of Moses are very plain marks of sound moral feeling, and of true political wisdom. Every thing in it is suited to the desired and avowed object, the worship of one only God, and the separation of Israel from the pagan world. Neither parties, friends, witnesses, nor common opinions, must move us to lessen great faults, to aggravate small ones, excuse offenders, accuse the innocent, or misrepresent any thing." (Matthew Henry's Concise Commentary: Exodus 23:1-9)
(Exodus 23:1-9 NLT New Living Translation): "Do not pass along false reports. Do not cooperate with evil people by telling lies on the witness stand. Do not join a crowd that intends to do evil. When you are on the witness stand, do not be swayed in your testimony by the opinion of the majority. And do not slant your testimony in favor of a person just because that person is poor. If you come upon your enemy's ox or donkey that has strayed away, take it back to its owner. If you see the donkey of someone who hates you struggling beneath a heavy load, do not walk by. Instead, stop and offer to help. Do not twist justice against people simply because they are poor. Keep far away from falsely charging anyone with evil. Never put an innocent or honest person to death. I will not allow anyone guilty of this to go free. Take no bribes, for a bribe makes you ignore something that you clearly see. A bribe always hurts the cause of the person who is in the right. Do not oppress the foreigners living among you. You know what it is like to be a foreigner. Remember your own experience in the land of Egypt."
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Which events recorded in the Torah reflect the Israelite belief that God had a plan for the people of Israel?
1) The giving of the Torah (Exodus ch.19-20), which was accompanied by the covenant in which the Israelites undertook to obey God (Exodus ch.19 and 24) 2) The commandments, throughout the Torah 3) The Exodus from Egypt (Exodus ch.12), which went together with God's promise to bring the Israelites into the Holy Land (Exodus ch.6), His command that they take it from the Canaanites, and His promise to help them in doing so (Exodus ch.23)
What caused the Israelite's to leave Egypt?
Moses took them out (Exodus ch.12) at God's command (Exodus ch.3-4) and under God's guidance (Exodus ch.13), after they had suffered under the Egyptians (Exodus ch.1) and God had smitten the Egyptians with plagues (Exodus ch.7-12). See also:More about the Exodus
Where can the story of the first Passover be found?
In Exodus ch.12. For more complete background, see Exodus ch.1 to ch.12.See also:More about Passover
What is the definition of the history chapters in the Bible?
Some chapters include prophecies (such as Numbers ch.23). Some have warnings, some have laws (such as Exodus ch.22), some have beliefs (Deuteronomy ch.10), etc.History chapters are those portions of narrative which relate historical events. See for example Exodus ch.14, Joshua ch.9, Judges ch.4, 1 Samuel ch.9.
Did Moses have any troubles with the Exodus?
1) Being unsure of his abilities (Exodus ch.3-4).2) Opposition (Exodus ch.5, Numbers ch.16-17).3) The stubbornness of Pharaoh (Exodus ch.6-8).4) Pharaoh's army (Exodus ch.14).5) Complaints (Exodus ch.15, Numbers ch.11).6) War (Exodus ch.17, Numbers ch.21).7) Sinners (Exodus ch.32, Numbers ch.25).8) Doubters (Numbers ch.13).9) The attempted curses of Bil'am (Numbers ch.22-24).Note that for some of the above, more than two examples could be given.
What did the hebrews believe was offered to them by God?
1) The land of milk and honey (the Promised Land). Exodus ch.3.2) Redemption from the Egyptian slavery and smite the Egyptians (Exodus ch. 3-4; see also Genesis ch.15).3) To give them the wealth of Egypt (Genesis ch.15; Exodus ch.3).4) To give them the Torah (Exodus 24:12).5) To cherish them as a treasure (Exodus ch.19; Deuteronomy 26:16-19).6) To drive the Canaanites out of the Promised Land (Exodus ch.23).7) To do unparalleled miracles for them (Exodus ch.34).8) To dwell among them (Exodus ch.25).9) To give them large families, wine and oil, and livestock (Deuteronomy ch.7).10) To give them prophets (Deuteronomy ch.18).11) To return His presence and blessings to them in the end of days (Deuteronomy ch.30).See also:What was the covenant of the Israelites?Does Israel still have God's protection?Mark Twain: "The Jews are eternal"
Who would not let the hebrews go free?
Pharaoh (Exodus ch.1 and ch.5).
What did God promise the Jews they would have?
An eternal covenant with Him.Here is a list of God's promises to the Israelites:1) To give them the land of milk and honey (the Promised Land). Exodus ch.3.2) To redeem them from the Egyptian slavery and smite the Egyptians (Exodus ch. 3-4; see also Genesis ch.15).3) To give them the wealth of Egypt (Genesis ch.15; Exodus ch.3).4) To give them the Torah (Exodus 24:12).5) To cherish them as a treasure (Exodus ch.19; Deuteronomy 26:16-19).6) To drive the Canaanites out of the Promised Land (Exodus ch.23).7) To do unparalleled miracles for them (Exodus ch.34).8) To dwell among them (Exodus ch.25).9) To give them large families, wine and oil, and livestock (Deuteronomy ch.7).10) To give them prophets (Deuteronomy ch.18).11) To return His presence and blessings to them in the end of days (Deuteronomy ch.30).See also:What was the covenant of the Israelites?Does Israel still have God's protection?Mark Twain: "The Jews are eternal"
What is the function of maror?
Maror is the bitter herbs which we eat in the Passover Seder meal (Exodus ch.12) to commemorate the bitterness (Exodus ch.1) of the Egyptian slavery.
What four tasks did God promise his people he would accomplish?
The covenant between God and the Israelite nation (see Exodus ch.19 and ch.24), was made in the time of Moses, with Moses serving as the messenger.This covenant is one of obedience, to listen to God's voice (Exodus 19:5), which will include the entire Torah (24:12). God, for His part, promised to treasure the Israelites (Exodus 19:5, Deuteronomy 26:16-19). The covenant was manifested through God's giving the Ten Commandments (Exodus ch.19-20), and was finalized (on our part) through the offerings described in Exodus ch.24. God promised:1) To give the Israelites the land of milk and honey (the Promised Land). Exodus ch.3.2) To redeem them from the Egyptian slavery and smite the Egyptians (Exodus ch. 3-4; see also Genesis ch.15).3) To give them the wealth of Egypt (Genesis ch.15; Exodus ch.3).4) To give them the Torah (Exodus 24:12).5) To cherish them as a treasure (Exodus ch.19; Deuteronomy 26:16-19).6) To drive the Canaanites out of the Promised Land (Exodus ch.23).7) To do unparalleled miracles for them (Exodus ch.34).8) To dwell among them (Exodus ch.25).9) To give them large families, wine and oil, and livestock (Deuteronomy ch.7).10) To give them prophets (Deuteronomy ch.18).11) To return His presence and blessings to them in the end of days (Deuteronomy ch.30).See also:Does Israel still have God's protection?Mark Twain: "The Jews are eternal"
What did God promise the Hebrews in Egypt?
God promised Moses that the pharoah will let the Hebrews go and he will stick to his covenant with Abraham. He will love and protect the Hebrews and will help Moses lead them out of Egypt to the Promised Land.
What country made the hebrews into slaves?
Ancient Egypt (Exodus ch.1).
