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The Laws are commonly called the "Mosaic laws" because it is traditionally believed that they were written down by Moses.

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How did the beatitudes go beyond the letter of mosaic law?

That is an opinion, and the reason for the arguement is that they come after the Mosaic Laws from Jesus, which would mean God thought they were more important at the time. However, the Mosaic Laws still could be more important, but it depends on your opinion.


What are the three names for the whole collection of laws from exodus through Deuteronomy?

Law of Moses, Mosaic Law, or simply the Law.


How are mosaic laws different from the Ten Commandments?

The Ten Commandments are part of the Mosaic Law. The Mosaic Law can be divided into three parts - The Moral Law - The Ceremonial Law - The Judicial Law.The Moral Law is the Ten Commandments. They refer to what is right and what is wrong by God's standard.The Ceremonial Law is about sacrifices, worship, religious duties - for Israel as God's chosen people. The Ceremonial Law showed the way the people of Israel were to approach God.The Judicial Law regulated the administration of justice, the punishment of criminals, property rights etc.


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.


Who were Naomi's daughter-in-laws?

In the bible Naomi had two daughter in laws one was Ruth and the other was oprah.

Related Questions

Are the laws in exodus 22 mosaic laws?

All of the Laws of the Pentateuch are Mosaic Laws, including but not limited to the Laws in Exodus Chapter 22.


Who does the mosaic apply to?

"Mosaic" is a reference to Mosaic law - the laws handed down by Moses, ie: Judaism.


What type of clothes do mosaic laws wear?

Mosaic laws are religious laws found in the Old Testament of the Bible and are not living beings who wear clothes. They are guidelines and teachings on moral and ethical behavior.


Which Jewish people today believe in strictly following the Mosaic laws?

Mosaic Jews


Are the 10 commandments and the Mosaic law 2 separate laws?

No, they're different because the are 613 mosaic laws and only 10 comandments.


How are mosaic laws and the ten commandments different?

The Ten Commandments are a specific set of moral and religious laws presented in the Bible, while mosaic laws refer to the broader body of laws found in the Torah or Hebrew Bible, which includes civil, ritual, and moral laws given to the Israelites by Moses. The Ten Commandments are a subset of the larger mosaic laws.


What is the difference between the Mosaic laws and the Ten Commandments?

It's probably like the relationship between the 'Constitution / Bill of rights' and all the other laws. Some contain the main principles upon which all other laws are founded on. Likewise with the 10 Commands and the mosaic laws. The 10 commands are the main principles upon which the other laws are founded on; plus some.


What are Mosaic laws more commonly known as?

Torah


What are the mosaic laws more commonly known as?

Torah


What are the differences between Mosaic laws and the middle ages?

The Mosaic laws are very ancient, dating to the times of Moses. The middle ages had less emphasis on say, animal sacrifice. Christianity and other religions had developed since Mosaic times, and other issues and laws became important.


Are the differences between the mosaic law and hammurabi's code more important than the similarities?

The mosaic laws deals more with the health problems and the Hammurabi code deals more with civil laws.


Is the Mosaic code casuistic law?

The Mosaic code, found in the Torah, includes both casuistic and apodictic laws. Casuistic laws are conditional and typically framed as "if-then" statements, addressing specific situations and offering case-based guidance. In contrast, apodictic laws are absolute commands or prohibitions. Thus, while the Mosaic code contains casuistic elements, it also encompasses broader, non-conditional laws.