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Who delivered the Ten Commandments to the Jews?
Jewish tradition holds that they were delived to the Hebrews by moses or moshe (משה). Modern Jewish scholarship suggests that they had a long oral tradition among the people prior to being written down.
What was stored in the ark of convenent?
The Ark of the Covenant housed the tablets of the Ten Commandments that were given to Moses by God. It also held other sacred objects, such as a jar of manna and Aaron's rod. The ark was considered to be the dwelling place of God among the Israelites.
Why were judges appointed during the time moses led the people?
Judges, during the time of Moses, were appointed because the Israelite people were far too numerous for Moses to arbitrate all of their disputes by himself. They then played a role similar to judges today, judging whether or not people were in the right or wrong, and if necessary sending a case to a 'higher judge' who would be considered wiser and better able to decide on a difficult case, similar to the court system in the US.
What commandments helped the Jewish people stay faithful to their sides of the covenant agreement?
All 613 commandments; but chief among them the awareness of God and the prohibition against idolatry.
What effect did Moses have on democracy?
Moses is portrayed in the Bible as a combined military and theocratic ruler, at a time when there is no evident yearning among the people for democracy. If indeed Moses did exist, he neither stifled democracy nor introduced it.
What laws were among those Moses from God at Mount Sinai?
Among the laws which Moses received from God at Mount Sinai were The Ten Commandments (Exodus ch.20). Also: laws concerning damages (Exodus ch.21), the Tabernacle (Exodus ch.25-27), kosher-laws (Leviticus ch.11), festivals (Leviticus ch.23), and many more.
What laws among those Moses received from God at mount Sinai?
Among the laws which Moses received from God at Mount Sinai were The Ten Commandments (Exodus ch.20). Also: laws concerning damages (Exodus ch.21), the Tabernacle (Exodus ch.25-27), kosher-laws (Leviticus ch.11), festivals (Leviticus ch.23), and many more.
Who was Hur mention in Exodus 24?
He was an Israelite leader who accompanied Moses and Aaron to the top of the mountain in the fight against the Amalekites. Hur helped Aaron hold Moses' hand up so Israel could prevail. Hur and Aaron also represented Moses and settled any problems among the people while Moses ascended the mountain to receive God's instructions.
What did god establish with the Israelites to show that he was their God and they would be his people?
God established a covenant with the Israelites, known as the Mosaic Covenant, which included the Ten Commandments and other laws. This covenant served as a set of guidelines for the Israelites to follow in order to maintain their relationship with God and be distinct among the nations as his chosen people.
What did moses do when he grew up?
He showed concern for his people by leaving the palace in order to be among them (Exodus ch.2) and help them.
What book in the bible do you find the story of moses preaches to the people about the covenant?
Exodus ch.19, among other verses.
Where did Moses go and hid himself?
According to the Bible, after Moses killed an Egyptian and fled Egypt, he went to the land of Midian and settled there. He hid himself among the people of Midian and eventually married the daughter of a Midianite priest.
