2. Exodus
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2. Exodus (The Choice: Vol.1)
Moses’ Parents (Amram & Jochebed) Category: Courage in faith & parental protection Could avoid: Obey Pharaoh’s decree and kill their son.“Then Pharaoh gave this order… ‘Every Hebrew boy that is born you must throw into the Nile.’” (Exodus 1:22)Cross-Refs: Acts 7:19; Matthew 2:16. Chose: Hid Moses and trusted God’s protection.“By…
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2. Exodus (The Choice: Vol.2)
Pharaoh Category: Failure of submission & humility Could endure: Humble himself under God’s power and let Israel go.“This is what the LORD, the God of Israel, says: ‘Let my people go…’” (Exodus 5:1)Cross-Refs: Exodus 9:16; Romans 9:17. Chose wrongly: Hardened his heart repeatedly.“Pharaoh’s heart became hard; he would not listen.”…
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2: Manna and the Sabbath in the Wilderness
Text: Exodus 16:22–30Theme: Obedience, Provision, and the Testing of Faith 1. Introduction The narrative of manna in Exodus 16 precedes the formal giving of the Ten Commandments, offering the earliest post-Eden instance where the Sabbath principle is directly tested among God’s people. This account reveals God’s provision and the people’s…
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3: The Sabbath Commandment at Sinai
Text: Exodus 20:8–11Theme: The Sabbath as Moral Law and Creation Memorial 1. Introduction The giving of the Ten Commandments at Mount Sinai marks a pivotal point in biblical revelation and covenant theology. Among these divine ordinances, the Sabbath commandment stands out for its theological depth, cosmic scope, and social implications.…
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4: Death Penalty and Tabernacle Instructions
Theme: Covenant Sign, Holiness, and Sacred Limits 1. Introduction Following the giving of the Ten Commandments, the Sabbath command is reaffirmed with grave solemnity in Exodus 31:12–17. Here, it is explicitly linked to covenant identity, and the penalty for its violation is death. The reiteration in Exodus 35:1–3, in the…
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Exodus: Deliverance, Covenant, and Divine Presence – A Doctrinal Comparison between Judaism and Christianity
1. Introduction The book of Exodus is pivotal in both Judaism and Christianity, recounting Israel’s deliverance from Egyptian bondage and the establishment of the Sinai covenant. This narrative and legal corpus shapes foundational doctrines about God’s saving acts, lawgiving, and presence among His people. While Judaism emphasises national identity and…
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Article 4: Moses and Pharaoh: Divine Confrontation and Human Resistance in Exodus
1. Introduction The conflict between Moses and Pharaoh, as narrated in Exodus 5–12, epitomises the biblical theme of divine liberation against oppressive human power. This article examines the theological significance of this confrontation, exploring themes of covenant faithfulness, judgment, and God’s sovereign deliverance. 2. Literary Context and Narrative Overview Exodus…
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Exodus (Bible Translation History)
1. Chronological Evolution of Bible Translations Ancient Translations (Before 5th Century CE) Septuagint (LXX): The Greek translation of Exodus introduced key theological terms such as Kyrios for the divine name YHWH. The narrative of deliverance, covenant, and law shaped early Christian typologies of salvation, particularly the identification of Christ with…
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2. Exodus (Bible Summary)
Deliverance and Covenant Introduction:Exodus is the second book in the Bible and part of the Pentateuch, traditionally attributed to Moses. It narrates the liberation of the Israelites from Egyptian slavery, their journey through the wilderness, and the establishment of God’s covenant with them at Sinai. The book emphasizes God’s power…
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2. Exodus (Bible Overview)
(1) Book Information 1.1 Title and Definition 1.2 Authorship and Context 1.3 Literary and Thematic Features 1.4 Canonical and Interconnected Significance (2) Characters 2.1 Main Figures and Their Roles 2.2 Roles in Theological Framework (3) Background 3.1 Geographical, Historical, and Cultural Context 3.2 Broader Context and Practices (4) Theological and…
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2. Exodus (Prefiguring Jesus)
Foreshadowing Jesus in the Book of Exodus 1. Introduction: Overview of the Book and Its Foreshadowing Themes 2. Historical and Theological Context 3. Narrative Structure and Christ-Centred Motifs 4. Typology and Symbols of Christ 5. Messianic Prophecies and Previews 6. Theological and Christological Significance 7. Redemptive Legacy and Christian Application…