What was the covenant between God and His chosen people?
BibleAsk Team
A covenant is an agreement or contract. The word comes from the Hebrew verb “to bind,” or “to fetter.” It is used as a treaty or alliance (Gen. 14:13; Ex.…
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The law of any government reflects the character of the ones who runs it. Let us see here a better picture of God in His law
Why were there laws in the Bible for slaves?
The Biblical laws concerning slavery not only lightened the lot of the Hebrew slave but eventually led to his freedom. No slave was to be continue in permanent slavery. The…
Was the law of Moses placed inside or outside the Ark of the covenant?
In regard to the book of the law or Moses’ law (Deuteronomy 29:21; 30:10) , the Lord commanded Moses saying, “Take this Book of the Law, and put it beside…
Does the command “thou shall not kill” apply to animals?
Certain people that promote animal rights and vegetarianism push the idea that killing animals is not allowed in the Bible according to the sixth commandment “thou shall not kill” (Exodus…
What is the New Commandment of Jesus?
Jesus said to His disciples, “A new commandment I give to you, that you love one another; as I have loved you, that you also love one another” (John 13:34).…
Are God’s promises and blessings conditional?
The scriptures in the OT, teach that the blessings of God were conditional and dependent upon Israel’s obedience to His commandments (Ex. 19:5). God said, “if you keep the commandments…
What are man’s duties to God and man?
The Decalogue covers man’s moral duties to God and man (Matt. 22:34–40; Matt. 19:16-19). It has been the fundamental standard of conduct since the beginning of time (Ecc. 12:13,14). The…
When you say OMG does that mean you’re taking God’s name in vain?
The acronym OMG stands for the phrase “Oh my God!” Also, the term “gosh” is modified from of the word “God” and the word “geez” is the first syllable of…
What were the responsibilities of a near kinsman in the Jewish law?
In the Jewish system, there were laws and traditions concerning transfer of property, protecting inheritance, providing for the poor, and those that were misjudged. There were several important responsibilities devolved…
Doesn’t the Old Testament law judge the outward actions of man, while the New Testament law judges the inward heart of man?
It is a misconception that the OT law judges the outward actions of a man while the NT law judges the inward heart. That is not how God deals with…