This document provides an introduction and overview of key ideas in the book of Exodus. It discusses how Exodus tells the story of the Israelites' transition from families in Egypt to a nation, and how God redeems them to become God's people. The document also notes Exodus covers the revelation at Sinai, the Israelites' wanderings, rebellions, and the construction of the tabernacle. It highlights Exodus as a narrative of adventure and God's role in liberating the Israelites from slavery.
The document discusses several key experiences of the Israelites in the portion of B'shallach. These experiences involve problems confronting the Israelites, weaknesses or deficiencies of the people, challenges to Moses' leadership, and the need for God's intervention. Each experience provides lessons and opportunities for growth, bringing the people to a deeper understanding of God's expectations. The experiences discussed include: 1) being "let go" from Egypt but having to take a roundabout journey, 2) leaving Egypt "armed" in some sense, 3) God going before the people in a cloud and fire, 4) the miracle at the Red Sea and the Israelites' response, and 5) the Song of the Sea expressing gratitude to God.
The document discusses several passages from the book of Genesis, including Noah finding favor with God for being righteous, Noah building the ark, God's covenant with Noah after the flood, and the story of the Tower of Babel. It asks questions about these passages and debates interpretations, bringing in additional context from Jewish tradition. It also discusses the genealogy from Shem to Abram/Abraham and raises the possibility that Abram's father Terah began the journey away from idolatry, not Abram alone.
John has a vision of Jesus standing among seven golden lampstands. Jesus is dressed in a long robe with a golden sash and has white hair, fiery eyes, and feet like bronze. He holds seven stars and speaks with a loud voice. John is overwhelmed by the vision of the glorified and powerful Son of Man tending to the churches.
This is a study of the third commandment which deals with respect for the name of God. It is blasphemy to curse with the name of God and there will be judgment for those who do. It could be the most often commandment broken out of the ten.
The document provides commentary on the biblical portion of Sh'lach L'cha. It summarizes that the scouts were sent by Moses to scout the promised land, but they returned with an evil report that discouraged the people and sowed doubt in God's promise. Only Caleb and Joshua had faith that the Israelites could take the land despite the challenges. As a result, God condemned that generation to wander in the wilderness until they died, while Caleb and Joshua would be allowed to enter the promised land.
The document provides an analysis and summary of Revelation Chapter 12. It discusses the key symbols and figures in the chapter.
The main points are:
1) The woman represents Israel, who gives birth to the messiah, Jesus.
2) The dragon is identified as Satan, who tries to destroy the woman and her child.
3) The child is Jesus, and the dragon's attempts to kill him refer back to Herod's killing of infant boys in Bethlehem.
4) Michael and the angels defeat Satan and cast him out of heaven down to Earth, where he continues persecuting believers.
The document discusses Jesus being called "The Word of God" based on a verse from Revelation. It provides commentary from multiple sources on what this name means. The key points are:
1) "The Word of God" refers to Jesus as the perfect revelation of God to humanity and the means through which God communicates and makes himself known.
2) It connects Jesus to the concept of the "Logos" or "Word" discussed in the Gospel of John, identifying him as the divine Word or self-expression of God.
3) The name signifies Jesus' deity, pre-existence, and role as the creator along with his identity as the fulfillment of God's promises in scripture.
The document discusses several key experiences of the Israelites in the portion of B'shallach. These experiences involve problems confronting the Israelites, weaknesses or deficiencies of the people, challenges to Moses' leadership, and the need for God's intervention. Each experience provides lessons and opportunities for growth, bringing the people to a deeper understanding of God's expectations. The experiences discussed include: 1) being "let go" from Egypt but having to take a roundabout journey, 2) leaving Egypt "armed" in some sense, 3) God going before the people in a cloud and fire, 4) the miracle at the Red Sea and the Israelites' response, and 5) the Song of the Sea expressing gratitude to God.
The document discusses several passages from the book of Genesis, including Noah finding favor with God for being righteous, Noah building the ark, God's covenant with Noah after the flood, and the story of the Tower of Babel. It asks questions about these passages and debates interpretations, bringing in additional context from Jewish tradition. It also discusses the genealogy from Shem to Abram/Abraham and raises the possibility that Abram's father Terah began the journey away from idolatry, not Abram alone.
John has a vision of Jesus standing among seven golden lampstands. Jesus is dressed in a long robe with a golden sash and has white hair, fiery eyes, and feet like bronze. He holds seven stars and speaks with a loud voice. John is overwhelmed by the vision of the glorified and powerful Son of Man tending to the churches.
This is a study of the third commandment which deals with respect for the name of God. It is blasphemy to curse with the name of God and there will be judgment for those who do. It could be the most often commandment broken out of the ten.
The document provides commentary on the biblical portion of Sh'lach L'cha. It summarizes that the scouts were sent by Moses to scout the promised land, but they returned with an evil report that discouraged the people and sowed doubt in God's promise. Only Caleb and Joshua had faith that the Israelites could take the land despite the challenges. As a result, God condemned that generation to wander in the wilderness until they died, while Caleb and Joshua would be allowed to enter the promised land.
The document provides an analysis and summary of Revelation Chapter 12. It discusses the key symbols and figures in the chapter.
The main points are:
1) The woman represents Israel, who gives birth to the messiah, Jesus.
2) The dragon is identified as Satan, who tries to destroy the woman and her child.
3) The child is Jesus, and the dragon's attempts to kill him refer back to Herod's killing of infant boys in Bethlehem.
4) Michael and the angels defeat Satan and cast him out of heaven down to Earth, where he continues persecuting believers.
The document discusses Jesus being called "The Word of God" based on a verse from Revelation. It provides commentary from multiple sources on what this name means. The key points are:
1) "The Word of God" refers to Jesus as the perfect revelation of God to humanity and the means through which God communicates and makes himself known.
2) It connects Jesus to the concept of the "Logos" or "Word" discussed in the Gospel of John, identifying him as the divine Word or self-expression of God.
3) The name signifies Jesus' deity, pre-existence, and role as the creator along with his identity as the fulfillment of God's promises in scripture.
The document discusses the divinity of Jesus Christ based on the opening verses of the Gospel of John. It makes three key points:
1) Jesus, referred to as the Word, existed eternally with God and was himself God, indicating his co-equality with God the Father.
2) As the Word, Jesus perfectly revealed God and was the means by which God's will and purposes were carried out.
3) Though divine, Jesus also took on human nature and was made flesh, allowing humanity to have a relationship with the invisible God through him. He is both fully God and fully human.
1. The document discusses questions about God revealing Godself as both the God of justice (Elohim) and the God of mercy (HaShem) to Moses. It explores how God shows mercy in the current circumstances to support Moses and the oppressed people.
2. It examines verses about God promising to free the Israelites from slavery through a sustained process involving hearing their cries, remembering the covenant, delivering them from bondage, and bringing them to the promised land.
3. It analyzes the first plague of turning the Nile river blood-red and the significance of it striking at the heart of Egyptian life and power centered around the river. It marks the beginning of divine confrontation with Egypt through plagues
God does not actually change his mind or have human emotions like repentance, but uses anthropomorphism in the Bible to describe himself in human terms that people can understand. The passage about God repenting after creating man uses anthropomorphism to convey how seriously God views human sinfulness in a way people can relate to, though God's knowledge and character do not actually change. Understanding anthropomorphism helps resolve apparent contradictions and allows people to build a complete picture of God from what the entire Bible reveals about his unchanging nature.
The walk, conversation and character of jesus christGLENN PEASE
CONTENTS
I. THE EXPRESS IMAGE OF HIS PERSON . • II
II, THAT HOLY THING . . . . . 1 9
III. THE CIRCUMCISION AND THE NAMING OF
THE HOLY CHILD .... 29
IV. THE GROWTH OF THE HOLY CHILD IN
STATURE AND IN SPIRIT . . . 40
V. THE CHILD JESUS SITTING IN THE MIDST OF
THE DOCTORS BOTH HEARING THEM, AND
ASKING THEM QUESTIONS . . , 50
VI. ABOUT HIS father's BUSINESS ... 59
VII. HE WENT DOWN WITH THEM AND WAS
SUBJECT UNTO THEM .... 67
VIII. JESUS HIMSELF BEGAN TO BE ABOUT THIRTY
YEARS OF AGE ..... 76
IX. JESUS ALSO BEING BAPTIZED, AND PRAYING,
THE HEAVEN WAS OPENED ... 86
X, JOHN LOOKING UPON JESUS AS HE WALKED,
HE SAITH, BEHOLD THE LAMB OF GOD . 95
JESUS CHRIST OUR LORD
XI. AND IMMEDIATELY THE SPIRIT DRIVETH
HIM INTO THE WILDERNESS . . . I05
XII. OUR lord's FIRST TEXT . . , . II5
XIII. A TEACHER COME FROM GOD . . . 1 24
XIV. HE TAUGHT THEM AS ONE HAVING AUTHORITY
AND NOT AS THE SCRIBES . . . I34
XV. OUR lord's DISBELIEF IN MANY WHO
BELIEVED IN HIS NAME . . . 142
XVI. HOW HIS ZEAL ATE HIM UP . . . 151
XVII. HE SPAKE OF THE TEMPLE OF HIS BODY . 1 62
XVIII. GOD GIVETH NOT THE HOLY SPIRIT BY
MEASURE UNTO HIS SON . . . I70
XIX. OUR LORD AS A BELIEVING MAN . . 181
XX. HIS MEAT ...... 193
Constable, “This chapter also reveals David's viewpoint on God and what resulted from it."In light of . . . Akkadian and Phoenician parallels . . . we are in a position to understand
2 Samuel 6 as the record of a historically unique cultic event, viz., the ritual dedication of the City of David as the new religious and political capital of the Israelites, the people of Yahweh. The purpose of the ceremony was the sanctification of the City of David for the installation of the ark in the hope that Yahweh's presence would assure the success of David's government and the welfare of the people.
This is a collection of writings dealing with the Holy Spirit filling John the Baptist even before he was born. He became one of the greatest men in history.
3 our journey of faith nephis theme deliverer and messiah lehis familyDouglas Maughan
This document discusses several topics related to the Book of Mormon:
1. It outlines Nephi's theme of deliverance through faith in Christ, citing over 20 examples of deliverance in the Book of 1 Nephi.
2. It discusses Lehi's family and their journey, mentioning their deliverance from Laban, Laman and Lemuel, and their arrival in the promised land.
3. It examines Nephi's slaying of Laban through the lens of an Israelite kingship initiation ritual, comparing it to the story of David and Goliath.
This document provides the foreword for a book titled "Conflict and Courage" that contains 365 brief sketches selected from Ellen G. White's writings. The foreword explains that the sketches are selected lessons from the lives of Bible characters to bring courage and guidance to God's people. It notes that while the Bible provides brief accounts, White's writings provide more detailed insights. The sketches appear in rough chronological order and are intended to encourage readers facing trials in the last days.
This document summarizes a chapter from John R.W. Stott's book that discusses how God called Abraham and made him a promise to bless all nations through him. It explains that God is not a tribal deity but the one true Creator God. It then analyzes the composite promise God made to Abraham, saying he would make Abraham's nation great, bless him, make his name great, and bless all people through him.
Rahab the harlot lied to protect Israelite spies by telling the King of Jericho's men that the spies had already left the city when they were actually hiding on her roof. Some argue Rahab's lie was justified given the situation, while others say no lie is justified according to scripture. Rahab is praised in the Bible for protecting the spies, and went on to be included in Jesus' lineage, showing how God can forgive and use anyone. The document discusses whether lying is ever justified and what the Bible says about truth and lying.
Jesus refused a request from a man who had been healed of demons. The man wanted to follow Jesus, but Jesus told him to instead return home and tell others about how much God had done for him. Jesus likely wanted the man to spread the word of his healing locally among friends and family, rather than follow Jesus directly. Personal testimony from those who have experienced God's healing and mercy can be a powerful way to spread the gospel message.
Vol. 2 quiet talks about our lord's returnGLENN PEASE
V. A Small Group of Allied Subjects, Which
Help to a Clearer Understanding of His
Plans 183
I. The Broader Look . . . .185
t. The Whole Race,— The Real Object of
All His Tender Love and Planning . z88
3. Four Messengers to the Race:
The Hebrew Nation,— The First Mes-
senger-Body, and to Be the Last . 203
The Church, — God's Messenger to the
First, Traitor-Messenger, and to All
Men 209
Paul argues that all people are without excuse for their sin based on God revealing himself through creation. He asserts that God's wrath is revealed against those who reject the truth about God that is evident in creation. Such people suppress the truth and instead worship idols. As a result, God abandons them to their sinful desires. All have sinned and fallen short of God's glory. However, the gospel reveals God's righteousness through faith in Jesus Christ, who lived, died and rose again, so that all who believe in him will be saved from God's wrath.
4 our journey of faith the exodus patterns provocation of grace & tree o...Douglas Maughan
This document discusses the Exodus motif found in the Book of Mormon. It provides examples of stories that parallel the biblical Exodus story, such as Lehi's family leaving Jerusalem and crossing the ocean. The document also explains how the Nephites saw their own experiences of leaving their lands and traveling as expressions of their spiritual journey, comparing themselves to the Israelites who wandered in the wilderness. Additionally, it explores the concept of the Israelites rejecting God's grace during the provocation in the wilderness, and how this relates to the pride cycle of blessings followed by wickedness found throughout the Book of Mormon.
''Lord show us the Father and it sufficeth
us." This request of Philip is the request a
thousand times repeated by the faithful of
the ancient covenant, it is the cry of the
prophets, it is the prayer of the Israel of God.
It is even more than this. It expresses the
longing of humanity as a whole, it is the
most profound desire of every human heart,
it is the secret sigh or open aspiration of your
own heart.
“Remember that the epistle of Hebrews was written to Hebrew Christians that were in danger of falling back into trusting Judaism to save them. Some of them were trusting in the prophets, but Jesus is greater than the prophets. Some were looking to angels, but Jesus is higher than the angels. Some were looking to Moses, and as chapter three will unfold, the author will compare Jesus with Moses.”
Este documento presenta la estructura general de un curso de Estructura de Datos. El curso incluye 3 prácticas de laboratorio en C++ sobre apuntadores, estructuras de datos lineales y no lineales. Cada práctica se divide en 6 encuentros de 2 horas cada uno para un total de 12 horas. Las prácticas se desarrollarán en el CEAD asignado y serán evaluadas por un tutor. El componente práctico tiene una valoración del 33% del curso. Además, proporciona enlaces a recursos bibliográf
The document discusses the divinity of Jesus Christ based on the opening verses of the Gospel of John. It makes three key points:
1) Jesus, referred to as the Word, existed eternally with God and was himself God, indicating his co-equality with God the Father.
2) As the Word, Jesus perfectly revealed God and was the means by which God's will and purposes were carried out.
3) Though divine, Jesus also took on human nature and was made flesh, allowing humanity to have a relationship with the invisible God through him. He is both fully God and fully human.
1. The document discusses questions about God revealing Godself as both the God of justice (Elohim) and the God of mercy (HaShem) to Moses. It explores how God shows mercy in the current circumstances to support Moses and the oppressed people.
2. It examines verses about God promising to free the Israelites from slavery through a sustained process involving hearing their cries, remembering the covenant, delivering them from bondage, and bringing them to the promised land.
3. It analyzes the first plague of turning the Nile river blood-red and the significance of it striking at the heart of Egyptian life and power centered around the river. It marks the beginning of divine confrontation with Egypt through plagues
God does not actually change his mind or have human emotions like repentance, but uses anthropomorphism in the Bible to describe himself in human terms that people can understand. The passage about God repenting after creating man uses anthropomorphism to convey how seriously God views human sinfulness in a way people can relate to, though God's knowledge and character do not actually change. Understanding anthropomorphism helps resolve apparent contradictions and allows people to build a complete picture of God from what the entire Bible reveals about his unchanging nature.
The walk, conversation and character of jesus christGLENN PEASE
CONTENTS
I. THE EXPRESS IMAGE OF HIS PERSON . • II
II, THAT HOLY THING . . . . . 1 9
III. THE CIRCUMCISION AND THE NAMING OF
THE HOLY CHILD .... 29
IV. THE GROWTH OF THE HOLY CHILD IN
STATURE AND IN SPIRIT . . . 40
V. THE CHILD JESUS SITTING IN THE MIDST OF
THE DOCTORS BOTH HEARING THEM, AND
ASKING THEM QUESTIONS . . , 50
VI. ABOUT HIS father's BUSINESS ... 59
VII. HE WENT DOWN WITH THEM AND WAS
SUBJECT UNTO THEM .... 67
VIII. JESUS HIMSELF BEGAN TO BE ABOUT THIRTY
YEARS OF AGE ..... 76
IX. JESUS ALSO BEING BAPTIZED, AND PRAYING,
THE HEAVEN WAS OPENED ... 86
X, JOHN LOOKING UPON JESUS AS HE WALKED,
HE SAITH, BEHOLD THE LAMB OF GOD . 95
JESUS CHRIST OUR LORD
XI. AND IMMEDIATELY THE SPIRIT DRIVETH
HIM INTO THE WILDERNESS . . . I05
XII. OUR lord's FIRST TEXT . . , . II5
XIII. A TEACHER COME FROM GOD . . . 1 24
XIV. HE TAUGHT THEM AS ONE HAVING AUTHORITY
AND NOT AS THE SCRIBES . . . I34
XV. OUR lord's DISBELIEF IN MANY WHO
BELIEVED IN HIS NAME . . . 142
XVI. HOW HIS ZEAL ATE HIM UP . . . 151
XVII. HE SPAKE OF THE TEMPLE OF HIS BODY . 1 62
XVIII. GOD GIVETH NOT THE HOLY SPIRIT BY
MEASURE UNTO HIS SON . . . I70
XIX. OUR LORD AS A BELIEVING MAN . . 181
XX. HIS MEAT ...... 193
Constable, “This chapter also reveals David's viewpoint on God and what resulted from it."In light of . . . Akkadian and Phoenician parallels . . . we are in a position to understand
2 Samuel 6 as the record of a historically unique cultic event, viz., the ritual dedication of the City of David as the new religious and political capital of the Israelites, the people of Yahweh. The purpose of the ceremony was the sanctification of the City of David for the installation of the ark in the hope that Yahweh's presence would assure the success of David's government and the welfare of the people.
This is a collection of writings dealing with the Holy Spirit filling John the Baptist even before he was born. He became one of the greatest men in history.
3 our journey of faith nephis theme deliverer and messiah lehis familyDouglas Maughan
This document discusses several topics related to the Book of Mormon:
1. It outlines Nephi's theme of deliverance through faith in Christ, citing over 20 examples of deliverance in the Book of 1 Nephi.
2. It discusses Lehi's family and their journey, mentioning their deliverance from Laban, Laman and Lemuel, and their arrival in the promised land.
3. It examines Nephi's slaying of Laban through the lens of an Israelite kingship initiation ritual, comparing it to the story of David and Goliath.
This document provides the foreword for a book titled "Conflict and Courage" that contains 365 brief sketches selected from Ellen G. White's writings. The foreword explains that the sketches are selected lessons from the lives of Bible characters to bring courage and guidance to God's people. It notes that while the Bible provides brief accounts, White's writings provide more detailed insights. The sketches appear in rough chronological order and are intended to encourage readers facing trials in the last days.
This document summarizes a chapter from John R.W. Stott's book that discusses how God called Abraham and made him a promise to bless all nations through him. It explains that God is not a tribal deity but the one true Creator God. It then analyzes the composite promise God made to Abraham, saying he would make Abraham's nation great, bless him, make his name great, and bless all people through him.
Rahab the harlot lied to protect Israelite spies by telling the King of Jericho's men that the spies had already left the city when they were actually hiding on her roof. Some argue Rahab's lie was justified given the situation, while others say no lie is justified according to scripture. Rahab is praised in the Bible for protecting the spies, and went on to be included in Jesus' lineage, showing how God can forgive and use anyone. The document discusses whether lying is ever justified and what the Bible says about truth and lying.
Jesus refused a request from a man who had been healed of demons. The man wanted to follow Jesus, but Jesus told him to instead return home and tell others about how much God had done for him. Jesus likely wanted the man to spread the word of his healing locally among friends and family, rather than follow Jesus directly. Personal testimony from those who have experienced God's healing and mercy can be a powerful way to spread the gospel message.
Vol. 2 quiet talks about our lord's returnGLENN PEASE
V. A Small Group of Allied Subjects, Which
Help to a Clearer Understanding of His
Plans 183
I. The Broader Look . . . .185
t. The Whole Race,— The Real Object of
All His Tender Love and Planning . z88
3. Four Messengers to the Race:
The Hebrew Nation,— The First Mes-
senger-Body, and to Be the Last . 203
The Church, — God's Messenger to the
First, Traitor-Messenger, and to All
Men 209
Paul argues that all people are without excuse for their sin based on God revealing himself through creation. He asserts that God's wrath is revealed against those who reject the truth about God that is evident in creation. Such people suppress the truth and instead worship idols. As a result, God abandons them to their sinful desires. All have sinned and fallen short of God's glory. However, the gospel reveals God's righteousness through faith in Jesus Christ, who lived, died and rose again, so that all who believe in him will be saved from God's wrath.
4 our journey of faith the exodus patterns provocation of grace & tree o...Douglas Maughan
This document discusses the Exodus motif found in the Book of Mormon. It provides examples of stories that parallel the biblical Exodus story, such as Lehi's family leaving Jerusalem and crossing the ocean. The document also explains how the Nephites saw their own experiences of leaving their lands and traveling as expressions of their spiritual journey, comparing themselves to the Israelites who wandered in the wilderness. Additionally, it explores the concept of the Israelites rejecting God's grace during the provocation in the wilderness, and how this relates to the pride cycle of blessings followed by wickedness found throughout the Book of Mormon.
''Lord show us the Father and it sufficeth
us." This request of Philip is the request a
thousand times repeated by the faithful of
the ancient covenant, it is the cry of the
prophets, it is the prayer of the Israel of God.
It is even more than this. It expresses the
longing of humanity as a whole, it is the
most profound desire of every human heart,
it is the secret sigh or open aspiration of your
own heart.
“Remember that the epistle of Hebrews was written to Hebrew Christians that were in danger of falling back into trusting Judaism to save them. Some of them were trusting in the prophets, but Jesus is greater than the prophets. Some were looking to angels, but Jesus is higher than the angels. Some were looking to Moses, and as chapter three will unfold, the author will compare Jesus with Moses.”
Este documento presenta la estructura general de un curso de Estructura de Datos. El curso incluye 3 prácticas de laboratorio en C++ sobre apuntadores, estructuras de datos lineales y no lineales. Cada práctica se divide en 6 encuentros de 2 horas cada uno para un total de 12 horas. Las prácticas se desarrollarán en el CEAD asignado y serán evaluadas por un tutor. El componente práctico tiene una valoración del 33% del curso. Además, proporciona enlaces a recursos bibliográf
The Recycled Timber Company in Perth is a family-owned business that recovers and re-mills old timber from old homes and buildings. They supply re-milled timber floorboards and decking made from recycled structural timber, though they do not provide installation services. Consultation with their trade partners is recommended for advice on flooring and decking installation.
Este documento describe cómo se miden y clasifican los sonidos, incluyendo las unidades de frecuencia (hertz) y nivel de sonido (decibelios). Explica que las frecuencias más bajas corresponden a sonidos graves y las más altas a sonidos agudos. Además, señala que el decibelio es una unidad logarítmica que se usa para comparar la presión sonora con un nivel de referencia que representa el umbral mínimo de audición humana.
The student found the online course lectures to be the most valuable part of the course, as they provided crucial information and inspiring stories in an easy to understand format. They were surprised by the endless creative solutions submitted by students for homework assignments, which introduced them to new cultures and mediums of presentation. The student was also fascinated to learn of the many commonalities between people despite differences. They intend to apply lessons from the course like taking advantage of opportunities, paying attention to details, persevering through obstacles, and listening carefully to others in their daily life.
La inteligencia emocional y sus competencias. resumenabigail_morales
El documento habla sobre la inteligencia emocional y sus competencias. Explica que la inteligencia emocional, según Daniel Goleman, implica el manejo adecuado de las emociones para tener éxito en el trabajo. También describe cualidades como la empatía y la comprensión de sentimientos. Finalmente, enfatiza la importancia de las emociones en el desempeño diario y de tener un buen clima organizacional donde se manejen adecuadamente las emociones entre los miembros.
The document appears to be a registration form for the Crown Cup Dubai 2015 dance competition. It lists the studio address and contact information. It requests whether the registration is for professional or amateur categories and divides age categories into groups. It details categories for single dances in ballroom and Latin styles as well as multi-dance challenges. It also lists scholarships and showcases available.
Este documento propone estrategias para mejorar la convivencia escolar en un colegio en Boyacá, Colombia mediante el uso de una biblioteca virtual. El objetivo general es proveer herramientas accesibles para la formación de valores y convivencia ciudadana en los estudiantes. Se implementarán videos educativos y horas de trabajo con estudiantes para reforzar los temas de la biblioteca virtual y mejorar el clima escolar.
O documento é uma canção religiosa que celebra a orientação e consolo de Jesus Cristo. A canção afirma que Jesus guia o cantor em toda a sua vida, trazendo prazer e felicidade, especialmente durante tempos difíceis.
Painball field is located in Jaujac, Ardèche, France
Ardèche Paintball provides Paintball and Laser tag Fields.
Our paintball fields are in a pine forest and cover over 1 ha.
Open all year around.
1. The passage discusses the first set of mitzvot (commandments) given by God to Moses regarding the Passover and Festival of Unleavened Bread. These serve to recall God's redemption from Egypt annually and establish a new beginning as God's people.
2. Specific mitzvot discussed include sharing a meal of the paschal lamb, putting blood on the doorposts, eating unleavened bread, and not leaving leftovers. Symbolic meanings are given for each ritual element.
3. The passage acknowledges the complexity of understanding the 10th plague of the firstborn in Egypt from a modern perspective, noting God's mystery, the severity of Pharaoh's tyranny, and pain it caused
This document provides an overview and discussion questions for sections of the Torah portion "Lech Lecha". It discusses Abraham's call to leave his homeland and journey to a new land from God. Key points explored include the meaning and significance of Abraham's journey, God's promises to make Abraham a great nation and bless those who bless him, and Abraham's interactions with Lot and others which show both faith and possible flaws. The document aims to have readers come to their own understanding of Abraham and his significance through close examination of the biblical text.
This document provides an analysis and discussion of the biblical text Haazinu. It examines various passages from the text, discussing imagery of water, God caring for the Israelites like an eagle cares for its young, and warnings against worshipping false gods. The analysis notes how Moses wants to draw the people's minds to past redemption and calls them to faithfully observe God's teachings for long life in the promised land. While containing warnings, the text also conveys hopeful themes through Moses' words to be taken to heart by future generations.
1) The passage provides context about Yitro (Jethro), the father-in-law of Moses and a priest of Midian, whose name is given to the portion of the Torah containing the Ten Commandments. 2) Yitro recognizes God's greatness and sovereignty after witnessing God's deliverance of the Israelites. He also gives wise counsel to Moses about establishing a judicial system. 3) The passage then covers God's covenant with the Israelites at Mount Sinai, where God promises to make them a treasured people and "kingdom of priests" if they obey God's commandments and instructions. The Ten Commandments establish moral and spiritual principles for the relationship between God and humans.
1) The document discusses the story of Pinchas killing an Israelite man and Midianite woman for publicly engaging in immoral acts. Some see this as justified to defend God's ways, while others see it as fanatical.
2) God approves of Pinchas' actions and rewards him for having "passion for God" that turns away God's wrath.
3) The document examines lessons from a new census of Israelites and laws established in response to appeals from daughters concerned about inheriting their father's land. Living in God's way is favored, and God answers calls to establish ethical rules for the community.
(1) The document discusses the story of Pinchas from the Torah portion, who killed an Israelite man and Midianite woman for publicly violating God's ways. Commentators had differing views on whether this action was justified or set a dangerous precedent.
(2) The document then examines God's blessing of Pinchas, and interpretations of what "a passion for God" means in this context. It also discusses lessons from the census numbers and legal cases presented to Moses.
(3) Finally, the document analyzes why God repeats instructions about sacrifices and offerings, noting they foster relationship with God and community through order, peace, and deterring straying - though ritual alone cannot substitute for righteousness
1) The passage discusses the eighth day after the ordination of Aaron and his sons as priests, seen as beginning their formal worship and duties after a period of transition.
2) It describes the first sacrifices performed by Aaron according to God's commands, including a purification offering by Aaron. God's presence appears after the offerings are consumed by divine fire.
3) The passage then describes the death of Nadab and Abihu for bringing unauthorized fire, seen as a sign of God's holiness, and Aaron's silence in response, emphasizing his commitment to his duties as high priest.
Haftarah for Tzav (jeremiah 7:21 8:3; 9:22-23)Sandy Kress
Jeremiah delivers a sermon prophesying doom for Israel because of their moral failings and pagan practices. He says that God's original command to the Israelites was to obey the covenant, not to make sacrifices, so the people might as well eat the burnt offerings themselves since their disobedience renders the rituals meaningless. While the prophets acknowledge the importance of sacrifices when done properly, the people's persistent idolatry and hypocrisy in continuing corrupt practices while performing empty rituals will lead to their destruction. The only thing to glory in is devotion to God, who acts with kindness, justice, and righteousness.
This document discusses concepts related to leaving spiritual bondage and mediocrity, represented by Egypt. It suggests that even faithful Christians can find themselves trapped in various forms of Egypt. God calls his people to leave their personal Egypt through revelations and convictions.
When Israel left Egypt, they faced opposition from 10 Egyptian gods representing 10 excuses for staying in bondage. The document examines the first 3 gods - Hapi the river god representing dependence on people or things for life; Heket the frog goddess representing indecision about leaving Egypt; and Geb the dust god representing feeling insignificant. It suggests God judges these "gods" by plaguing the things people depend on to provoke their exodus from bondage.
1. The document discusses lessons from the Exodus story about true worship of God. It highlights how the Israelites came to know God through their deliverance from Egypt and were called not to worship other gods.
2. Key events like the burning bush and first Passover revealed God's holiness, salvation, and the need for worship centered on Him rather than ourselves.
3. The Israelites' worship of a golden calf after Moses went to meet with God demonstrated how easily worship can turn false without knowing God.
4. Moses asked to see God's glory to better understand Him after the apostasy of the golden calf and gain a closer relationship with the only true God.
Hannah's story from 1 Samuel 1 teaches important lessons about true worship. Hannah came before God in prayer with a deep need that only He could fulfill - to bear a child. She worshiped from the hollow recesses of her soul in a posture of complete self-surrender and willingness to give her future child back to God. True worship involves focusing on what God has done rather than our own desires, and coming to God with humility, surrender, and acknowledgment of our dependence on Him to meet our deepest needs.
The document discusses the book of Numbers/B'Midbar and provides context for understanding its themes and structure. It notes that the book's Hebrew name refers to the wilderness, as that is where the key events take place. It also discusses the organization of the Israelites during their journey, including military censuses and divisions by tribe. Special roles are outlined for the Levites in caring for the Tabernacle and its holy objects. Maintaining proper order and assigning discrete tasks is emphasized as important for security and spiritual well-being.
The document provides context for the book of Numbers, also known as B'Midbar ("In the Wilderness"). It discusses how the book gets its title from the census counts that take place and explores why the journey through the wilderness is important. It asks the reader to consider what comes to mind about the wilderness and why the journey would take place there. The document then examines sections from the book of Numbers, focusing on organization of the Israelites during their journey and the distinct role and census of the Levites in caring for the spiritual life of the community.
The document provides commentary on several passages from the book of Numbers in the Bible. It discusses:
1) The census conducted by Moses, Aaron, and chieftains and why it was important to count the Levites accurately.
2) Instructions for handling wrongdoing between community members, including requiring restitution plus 20% for offenses and making offerings to God, as wronging another also wrongs God.
3) The unusual institution of nazirites, those who took special vows of abstinence from certain pleasures like drinking for a temporary period, and the differing views on them as either extreme or admirable in their religious devotion.
4) The well-known Priestly Blessing
This document provides an overview of worship during the time between the exile and restoration of the Jewish people. It discusses how the temple was destroyed by Babylon despite prophetic warnings, but God promised restoration. During the exile, Jewish leaders adapted their worship to corrupt cultural practices. After the exile, rebuilding of the temple was delayed as the people's attention was diverted by worldly concerns. Prophets like Haggai and Zechariah urged the people to focus on God and complete the temple to fulfill their destiny.
This sermon discusses the Gospel reading about the destruction of the temple in Jerusalem and analyzes its meaning and implications. The sermon argues that Jesus was predicting the temple's destruction to prepare his disciples. When the temple was destroyed in AD 70, it shattered Jewish national identity and hopes. However, Jesus replaced the temple system by providing forgiveness and reconciliation with God. The sermon urges reflection on how followers of Christ can balance worldly success with faithfulness to God's upside-down kingdom.
God expects the people to declare God's praise but instead they burdened God with sins by not offering praise and living unmindfully. This led to their exile. However, God always invites return and seeks to be merciful. God created the people for a purpose and offers means like the Torah and covenant to come near and be nourished. But people fall into idolatry and devotion to created things rather than the one God. God wipes away sins if people would only return to God and be redeemed as taught in Leviticus.
The document provides background information on Moses and the story of Exodus from Egypt according to the Bible. It discusses Moses' upbringing, his killing of an Egyptian taskmaster, fleeing to Midian, and being called by God to lead the Israelites out of Egypt. It also summarizes the plagues God sent to convince Pharaoh to free the Israelites, the Israelites' exodus across the Red Sea, God providing manna and quail in the wilderness, God giving the Ten Commandments at Mount Sinai, and the Israelites' worship of the golden calf while Moses was away.
I. Moses discusses the book of Eikev with the people, explaining why he brings up topics again and the order he presents them in. He wants listeners who did not experience the events firsthand to understand.
II. There is a discussion about whether the covenant promise of blessing for following God's ways refers to physical or spiritual blessings, or both. It is a complex issue with reasonable arguments on both sides.
III. Moses emphasizes that the people must not grow proud and forget that God's saving hand is why they prosper in the land. Pride can lead them to stray from God.
The document summarizes Jeremiah 1:16-2:37, discussing God's judgment against Judah for forsaking Him. It analyzes themes like the people's ingratitude towards God despite Him bringing them out of Egypt, their pursuit of futile idols, and corrupt leadership from priests and prophets. Animal images are used to depict the wayward people recklessly breaking bonds like a young camel or wild donkey. Discussions of forgotten jewelry and bloodstained clothing suggest the progression of the people straying far from God through their sins despite denying having sinned.
The document contains several teachings from different rabbis:
1) A rabbi tells a man he has no key to open him, and the man cries for the rabbi to pry him open with a nail, after which the rabbi praises the man.
2) Another rabbi teaches that to help someone stuck in "mud and filth," one must go down into the mud yourself and pull both yourself and the other person into the light.
3) A third rabbi says making robots is unimportant, but making a "hasid" (pious, kind, devoted person) is what truly matters.
This document provides a summary of a Hasidic study session that includes:
1) A review of the previous session and key takeaways.
2) Five Hasidic sayings from various rabbis, each presenting a lesson or insight.
3) Questions to consider for each saying regarding surface meaning, deeper possibilities, main lessons, and personal application.
4) A conclusion closing the session.
The document discusses the Hasidic movement, which began in the 18th century in Eastern Europe. It focuses on the founder, Baal Shem Tov, and explores some of his teachings conveyed through stories. The tales highlight themes of finding God's presence everywhere, the importance of sincere prayer and deeds, and avoiding pride. The document aims to understand these lessons and discuss their relevance to faith, society, and life.
The document discusses Israel's failure to uphold its covenant with God and turning instead to idolatry and foreign ways. Some key points:
1) Israel was given all it needed to thrive but produced "bad fruit" due to breaking its promise to God. Imagery of ruined vineyards and wild animals represents Israel straying from its purpose.
2) Leaders like priests and prophets abandoned their duties and corrupted the people. Teachers no longer knew God, endangering the transmission of values between generations.
3) Ritual acts were appropriated for idolatry, dishonoring the traditions of ancestors. Outward customs replaced inner principles.
4) The people sought fulfillment in "foreign children
This document summarizes lessons from the biblical prophets Isaiah. It discusses several of Isaiah's prophecies about righteousness, oppression, society, and God's desire to help the oppressed. The document examines what these prophecies teach about pleasing God and living according to cherished values. It explores imagery of people flocking to God, righteousness inheriting the land, and harmony between animals. The document concludes by considering steps to respond to the prophets' critiques and improve modern society.
This lesson plan discusses the failure of King Hezekiah's reforms in Israel and examines reasons why reforms may not be successful, including the loss of a shared narrative, being too narrow, proud, self-confident, spoiled, caught up in luxury and games, and going past the point of no return due to hardened hearts or being too far gone in corruption. It asks students to consider examples of advanced social decline and concludes by charging students for the next session.
Lesson Four- The Prophets- Painting the Broader Canvas of a Troubled SocietySandy Kress
This document summarizes a lesson about prophets painting a broader picture of a troubled society. It discusses several biblical passages describing societal problems like corruption, lack of wisdom, pride, and moral failings. The discussion analyzes how these issues spread throughout a society, with no one escaping responsibility or punishment. Specific examples of societal breakdown included people consuming their own flesh out of desperation, and a metaphor comparing a society to a fragile potter's bottle that cannot be repaired once broken. The lesson aimed to demonstrate how prophets conveyed warnings about comprehensive societal problems beyond just leadership.
The document summarizes several passages from the book of Jeremiah in the Hebrew Bible. It discusses:
1) Jeremiah's message to the people of Judah that they had not listened to God's prophets for a long time, despite repeated warnings to repent.
2) The priests and prophets threatening Jeremiah with death for prophesying that the Temple would be destroyed, like Shiloh, if the people did not change their ways.
3) Babylon conquering Judah but facing its own downfall, showing that empires rise and fall and should not take their power for granted.
The document provides commentary on various passages from the book of Jeremiah. It discusses how Jeremiah found himself threatened with death for speaking out against the corrupt practices of his society. The commentary reflects on why prophets who condemn wrongdoing are often met with hostility. It also examines the escalating sinfulness between generations that led to Judah's demise, and the injustice, oppression, and shedding of innocent blood that characterized Jeremiah's time. Restoring righteousness, justice and fair treatment of the vulnerable could have saved Judah according to God's message through Jeremiah.
This document provides an analysis of Jeremiah 8-10 from the Bible. It discusses how the people had strayed from God and were wicked, but God offered repentance. However, the people refused to repent despite warnings. Their ways were characterized by stubbornness, ignorance of God's judgments, and claiming to know God's teachings but not following them. Their society lacked faith, kindness, justice and righteousness. It focused too much on wealth, strength and wisdom instead of God. It treated idols as things of veneration like God, but idols have no enduring value or life in them.
1. The document discusses several verses from the book of Jeremiah that criticize society in Judah for declining from justice and righteousness. It is suggested that children roaming the streets instead of being in school and a loss of responsibility among both men and women contributed to the decline.
2. Verse 6:15 is discussed, noting that without shame, a society has a greater inclination to remain in wrongdoing rather than acknowledge and correct issues.
3. Verses 7:5-7 indict the society for a lack of commitment to justice for all people and following rituals without upholding justice, which was particularly offensive to God.
4. The document discusses how certain physical activities of ancestors were being used in
The document discusses several passages from the book of Jeremiah in the Bible. It analyzes metaphors used to describe how the people of Israel had turned away from God and betrayed their core spiritual principles. This led to societal problems as leaders, priests, and prophets misguided the people and pursued their own gains rather than justice and righteousness. While some good people remained, they were ineffective at enacting change. The document examines themes of how societies decline when people forget moral truths, are not accountable, take advantage of the vulnerable, and follow misguided leaders claiming false assurances of peace.
This document provides commentary on Amos, a prophet from Judah who preached in Israel in the 8th century BCE. The commentary analyzes various passages from the Book of Amos, highlighting issues of corruption and social injustice that Amos condemned, including graft, oppression of the poor, and empty religious rituals. While Amos preached during a time of prosperity, he warned that Israel had brought judgment on itself through its unethical acts and complacency. The commentary draws parallels between the injustices of ancient Israel and problems still seen in modern societies.
This document summarizes and discusses several chapters from the biblical Book of Isaiah. It focuses on themes of insincere worship, the consequences of losing touch with wisdom, and the corruption of societies that act in darkness and reject accountability. Specific issues highlighted include outward piety without inward devotion, the loss of guidance from wise leaders, people running eagerly to evil and spreading calamity, and a state of spiritual blindness and despair when righteousness departs. The document uses metaphors like poisonous snake eggs and spider webs to illustrate how misconduct breeds further harm. It analyzes the text through discussion questions aimed at understanding historical contexts and drawing modern parallels.
This summary provides a high-level overview of key points from the document in 3 sentences:
The document discusses several chapters from the Book of Isaiah that criticize the people of Israel for rebelling against God through sin and failing to uphold justice and righteousness, despite performing religious rituals. It notes how leadership had become corrupt and the wealthy indulged in excess, while oppressing the poor. The prophet Isaiah warns that if changes are not made, the situation will continue to deteriorate with unqualified leaders ruling over the people.
This document provides an overview of several important rabbis and scholars from the Galilean period after the suppression of the Bar Kochba revolt in 135 CE. It discusses their teachings and contributions to the development of halakha and the Mishnah. Some of the key figures mentioned include Rabbi Yehuda bar Ilai, Rabbi Yose ben Halafta, Rabbi Shimon bar Yohai, Rabbi Meir, and Judah HaNasi, the editor of the Mishnah.
From Yavneh to the Bar Kokhba Revolt and Its AftermathSandy Kress
1. This document summarizes teachings from several early Jewish sages from the period after the destruction of the Second Temple in Jerusalem, known as the Tannaim. It discusses the students of Yohanan ben Zakkai and the development of the rabbinic authority at Yavneh under Rabban Gamliel II.
2. It then examines sayings and teachings from sages such as Rabbi Eliezer ben Hyrcanus, Rabbi Yehoshua, Rabbi Tarfon, and Rabbi Akiva on topics like character, ethics, and diligent study of wisdom and law. Specific teachings around anger, desire, and helping others are analyzed.
3. The document
The Second Temple Period - From Prophecy to HalakhahSandy Kress
This document discusses several figures and teachings from the Second Temple period in Israel. It begins with a discussion of Avot 1:1 and the principles of being deliberate in judgment, raising many students, and making a protective fence for the Torah. It then profiles several sages and teachers from this era including Simeon the Just, Antigonus of Sokho, Honi the Circle Maker, and Hanina ben Dosa. It analyzes their teachings and how they navigated the transition from prophecy to the development of halakha during this time of both Greek influence and the rise of different Jewish sects like the Sadducees, Essenes and Pharisees.
Psalms - lesson Plan for the Third SessionSandy Kress
This lesson plan summarizes four Psalms - 90, 104, 133, and 102. For each Psalm, it provides background context and poses discussion questions about the meaning and themes. The overall themes are God's eternal presence and sovereignty, the importance of living righteously and in harmony, and maintaining faith through remembering God's works across generations.
This document provides a summary and analysis of Psalms 84, 85, and 86. It examines various passages from each psalm, discussing theological concepts like dwelling with God, finding happiness through nearness to God, turning back to God, and the meeting of loving-kindness and truth. The analysis suggests these psalms convey that true happiness is found through focusing one's heart and soul on God, seeking God's nearness, and responding to adversity by growing closer to God.
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Film vocab for eal 3 students: Australia the movie
Sh'mot
1. Introduction
A. We begin study today of the book of Sh'mot, Names, better know to us as Exodus.
The name, Sh'mot, is based on its first word and topic, the names of all who came down with
Jacob to Egypt. This is important because we see in it the transition from these particular people
and their families to the nation and later even more broadly to all people of faith. Names suggests
that this is a story of people of faith who survive and how they are saved. Further, it's a story of
the God who redeems them and for what purpose. And it beautifully is a story, as we will see and
dwell on considerably in a few moments, of Divine names as well.
The latter, Exodus, conveys a notion of the main action of the book, the deliverance from Egypt.
As we will see, the content of the book goes well beyond all this, importantly, to the Revelation
at Sinai, the beginning of wilderness wanderings, experiences of apostasy and rebellion, and the
design and construction of the tabernacle. In other words, we see how the path of exodus from
enslavement leads us to be a people of God.
So, we will keep these and other ideas in mind as we journey on through the book.
B. We won't spend much additional time by way of introduction, except to say this book is:
1. A remarkable narrative of a sort of heroic adventure tale;
2. A powerful story of God's might and role in the world and our relationship with, and duties to,
the Divine, as manifested in God's direction of specific ways in which we should live;
3. A stunning story of passage for Moses and the people, extending from the patriarchs and
matriarchs into Egypt, through the development of a people, their enslavement and liberation,
God's revelation and their wandering toward the Promised Land, in the midst of God's presence;
and
4. An account historical in nature, though perhaps outside of accounted for history, and with
mythic resonance.
I. Read 1:8.
2. What are the various possibilities about the meaning of the new king who arose over Egypt who
did not know Joseph? Know that yadah, the Hebrew word here for "know," includes notions of
emotions and relatedness as well as intellect. So, we shouldn't be limited in our understanding to
concluding it's as simple as cognitive awareness.
( • the king simply didn't know or appreciate him
• he didn't appreciate his service or the God he served and helped save Egypt
• he felt no duty to his children
• he represented the prevailing gods, values of Egypt and the ancient world, counter to God
• he represented the interests who lost the most under Joseph's economic regime
• he used this "ignorance" to further distance and .)
II. Read 1:17:22.
A. In the midst of increasing oppression, the midwives act in a God-driven way. They had yirat
elohim, fear of God, which as we discussed in our study of Proverbs, is the foundation of
wisdom. What explains the attention given in the text to the midwives?
(Is it that there's a real power in people who would rather risk the ire of human power rather than
act contrary to God's expectations that arouse Divine wrath? Is it that God is available to support
people who step up? Or that had others acted like the midwives they all could have effected a
successful resistance to the Pharaoh and perhaps stopped the degradation?)
B. Does this raise the issue of: where were the others? Has the God-tradition weakened, or is
there something else at work?
(The absence in this part of the text of God-reliance surely at least raises our curiosity. We
learned that God promised Jacob that the Divine would come down to Egypt with him. Yet, after
the families come, there's no other mention of God, which certainly is very concerning as we
read that the pain and degradation of slavery increases.
Some commentaries see the Israelites as having fallen away from God and adopted the pagan
ways of the Egyptians.
Others generally aren't critical of the people and see the enslavement differently. They see no
clear evidence of wrongdoing. Further, Pharaoh's words are full of pure hostility and increasing
3. malevolence. Many choose not, especially after the Holocaust, to "blame the victim" anywhere
when the perpetrator is so evil as here.
Another possibility, as we studied in the psalms, is that feeling of despair when for reasons that
are not altogether clear to us God seems far away and distant.
And/or there's an underlying sense of destiny in the text going way back to Genesis when God
conveys to Abram that there would be an enslavement in a strange land and a Divine redemption
after a period of time. Was this simply divinely ordained?
Is it one of these? Or several?
III. Read 2:1-4. We have cues and symbols we should recognize here.
A. Note Moses is a Levite! Recall our discussion last week about the restoration and redemption
within this tribe.
B. Note the ark into which Moses is placed in the Nile. The Hebrew word is tevah, the same
word as for Noah's ark. This leads to comparisons of a saving quality of the enclosure on the
water - a kinship to not only our Flood story but to similar stories in other traditions. Some sages
liken the ark to Torah itself, a container of God's saving direction.
C. We also get introduced to the place of water in Moses' story. Drawn out of the water and
indeed one who draws out of the water. We recall, too, the association of water with spirituality.
IV. Read 2:11-14, 16-17. Then 23-25.
A. As Moses goes out from Pharaoh's house (for the first time we know), what are the first things
we learn about him?
(It's not clean and arguably excessive, even involving what is a killing, though possibly
excusable; Moses is not perfect. He has flaws and must grow and does.
But, crucially, he has a deep and powerful instinct for justice. Empathy. Seeing the burdens of
brothers. Defending the weak one regardless of what group he/she belongs, even with
4. exceptional effort and at the risk of losing his advantage and position. In the last instance, he also
"draws water" for the Midian daughters from a well (another well!) and waters their flocks (more
watering of flocks!). Then shepherding for Jethro, going further into the wilderness. He gives up
the palace for the wilderness. He takes on life as a husband, a father, a shepherd, perhaps even a
student with Jethro.
It's interesting to think of and compare the journeys of the young men that we've studied so far,
those of Jacob, Joseph, and now Moses. We don't have time to ponder today what happened to
Moses during this time in the wilderness, but I invite you to do so on your own.)
B. Though time passes, the next moment in the text is the cry of the people to God for help. God
remembered (zachor) and recalled covenant and took notice of them. Why now? What's going
on? What does this mean?
(Hard to know why the Israelites called out now. God does re-enter the story, as described in the
text. Whatever else, God does respond to our cry, though not on "our timetable," and remembers
the covenant.
Some say God saw signs of caring that triggered Divine compassion. [God's appearance does
indeed follow in the text the three acts of Moses' caring, though with some apparent passage of
time. This is not accidental.])
V. Read 3:1-15. So much here!
A. The angel of God appears in a fire in the midst of a thornbush? Why the thornbush?
(I love the answer in Midrash Rabbah: to teach that there is no place in the world that is devoid
of the Divine Presence, even the narrow and lowly thornbush. Another insight: there is no place
too humble to become a resting place for God's spirit, that even the lowest in the eyes of man is
intended and fit to become the bearer of the Divine.
Also, the thornbush is painful to birds that fly into it, as Egypt was for the Israelites. Out of the
pain of the thornbush, God's Presence shows commisseration and support .
B. Why does it burn but is not consumed?
Again from Midrash Rabbah: we burn with the influence and impact of God's presence; we
create a haven for the Presence, but we are not consumed by it. We live in the mundane
5. notcaught up or consumed in the other-worldly. Ours is to harness the mundane and sanctify it,
becoming Godly human beings to raise the earthly heavenward.
Another: the people would not be consumed in exile. It emerges stronger and God-infused.
Purified or at least inspired by the fire, preparing for the fire at Sinai.)
C. Moses turns to see and is called. God announces that He is the God of the fathers. Moses is
afraid and hides his face (though he later seeks to see his glory (impossible to see God's essence
but wants to see what God had here intended to show him.) Is this fear out of reverence? Or is
Moses himself uncertain of the God tradition?
Once called to help God who has seen the abuse of His people and now will rescue them from
Egypt, Moses asks "who am I to do this" and why to take them out, as if to wonder how could he
accomplish this and for what purpose. God says the Divine will be with him and the redemption
has a purpose, to bring the people to serve God.
D. When asked the name of the one who spoke to Moses (presuming they've lost contact with a
close awareness of the fathers) , God says: ehyeh asher ehyeh. What translations do you have? I
Shall Be What I Shall Be. What does that mean? And why does God further tell him to tell them
"I Shall Be" said it? Is this just obscure, or does it reveal important insights?
(There are sages on all sides of this, but all look for meaning.
1. For some: it means God is to be called by the Divine's deeds: Elohim, when judging
creations; Tzevaos, when waging war against the wicked; El Shaddai, when suspending
judgment for a person's sins and withholding deserved punishment; when merciful, Hashem
(compassionate and of grace) OR
2. I am the God of the past, the God of the Present, and the God of the Future to Come. I shall
always be. I will be what tomorrow demands. This is the notion more simply of "I Shall Be."
3. God will not be limited or put in a box my any created being or as if a created being. In this
way, the answer may be deliberately vague. God cannot and will not be defined, thus giving rise
to a vague answer.
6. 4. Or God will be with them, no matter what. In their distress and in their redemption. And in
their yoking. And they won't ultimately be able altogether to throw off the yoke, or should, and
that God is always there, the Divine Shall Be There.
5. Alter says it even could mean "I am He Who Endures" or, more broadly, "He Who Brings
Things Into Being," or, simply, "He-Will-Be."
6. Ramban tells an interesting story. He says that God is saying that He will be with the people in
this affliction as He will be in all afflictions. Moses says back that this present sorrow is
sufficient and enough, why put on the people the idea of further sorrows. God agrees, and that's
why it's shortened to simply "I Shall Be."
7. But here's Ramban's own opinion: it means "I will be in judgment and I will be in mercy."
Then the use of the single name Ehyeh teaches the unity of the two attributes. Further, this single
word is close in meaning to the Tetragrammaton, the word we don't say, but rather refer to as
Adonai or the Lord, which bends toward compassion and mercy.
At bottom, this matter of God's Name, essentially, as we have discussed before, is a verb notion -
exist, act, create, redeem, is with us, judges, holds accountable, loves, supports, shows mercy,
and will be and do what the Divine intends. Not a noun, not an object, not capable
of objectification.
Beyond the material, rather transforming and conquering and saving from the material. Spirit or
the non-material overcoming all notions of material power/history of the ancient world and
indeed into and through all later time. This is absolutely essential for Moses and the people to
understand, and for the world to understand, as this God is about to defeat Pharaoh, the premiere
symbol in that world of material power.
VI. Read 4:10-17.
Moses' doubts and delays have gone too far and actually anger God. What's the matter here?
What's the lesson?
(It's always God's words that have power, whatever the strength or weakness of the human
speaker. Yet, it's surely human nature to worry about one's effectiveness, even in service of
God's mission, if one has defects and limitations.)
7. VII. Note 4:21-23. We will return again and again to this notion of Pharaoh toughening his own
heart and even God's toughening Pharaoh's heart. We don't have time today to explore it, but we
will in a future class. In the meantime, I want you to wrestle with its meaning. What does it mean
to toughen the heart, keeping in mind that heart means seat of understanding, intention, feeling
(and that toughening the heart here is more about resolve than cruelty).
For what purpose would God toughen or strengthen the heart, say, as opposed to softening the
heart, to get to a solution? And is this God's toughening the heart, or is it simply a recognition of
a condition in the heart that has "gone so far" as to be destined a certain way? Or both?
There's failure at the beginning of the mission, a painful failure that causes disillusionment
among the people and further doubts for Moses. This isn't easy. Moses has growing to do. The
people must be stronger and readier. God will redeem, but though painful for us, it will come in
God's time, not necessarily ours.
Conclusion.
We'll explore that and so much more in the coming weeks. We may fall short of the current
movie of the Exodus in special effects in this experience. But something tells me we'll more than
match it in terms of understanding the underlying word of God and its meaning and importance
in our lives. Come back next Sunday. The saga continues!