Chapter 16 describes the inheritance for which tribes?
Which family clan from Manasseh were good fighters?
What land did the daughters of Zelophehad?
What did the descendants of Joseph request?
What objections did they make when Joseph told them to take the mountain country of the Perizzites and Rephaimites (giants)?
What was Joshua’s response to their objection?
What determined which land the other tribes would receive for their inheritance?
Which tribes’ inheritance is described in chapter 18?
Which tribes’ inheritance is described in chapter 19?
What did Joshua inherit?
Saturday, March 28, 2009
Answers to March 28 Questions
What zones still needed to be occupied? Philistia and southern Lebanon
Chapter 13 describes the inheritance for which tribes? Reuben, Gad, half of Manasseh
What did the Levites inherit? cities
Who conquered Hebron and kept it as his inheritance? Caleb
Chapter 15 describes the inheritance for which tribes? Judah
Chapter 13 describes the inheritance for which tribes? Reuben, Gad, half of Manasseh
What did the Levites inherit? cities
Who conquered Hebron and kept it as his inheritance? Caleb
Chapter 15 describes the inheritance for which tribes? Judah
Friday, March 27, 2009
March 28: Joshua 13-15 Inheriting the Land
What zones still needed to be occupied?
Chapter 13 describes the inheritance for which tribes?
What did the Levites inherit?
Who conquered Hebron and kept it as his inheritance?
Chapter 15 describes the inheritance for which tribes?
Chapter 13 describes the inheritance for which tribes?
What did the Levites inherit?
Who conquered Hebron and kept it as his inheritance?
Chapter 15 describes the inheritance for which tribes?
Answers to March 27 Questions
Where did the Canaanites of northern Canaan gather to fight against Israel? The waters of Merom
What did God tell Joshua he would do to the horses and chariots of their enemies? Hamstring their horses and burn their chariots with fire
Which city was burned? Hazor
Where did a few of the Anakites remain? Gaza, Gath, Ashdod
What does 11:23 say about Joshua’s success? He took all the land according to all that God said to Moses
How many Canaanite kings were killed? 31
What did God tell Joshua he would do to the horses and chariots of their enemies? Hamstring their horses and burn their chariots with fire
Which city was burned? Hazor
Where did a few of the Anakites remain? Gaza, Gath, Ashdod
What does 11:23 say about Joshua’s success? He took all the land according to all that God said to Moses
How many Canaanite kings were killed? 31
March 27: Joshua 11-12 The Northern Campaign
Where did the Canaanites of northern Canaan gather to fight against Israel?
What did God tell Joshua he would do to the horses and chariots of their enemies?
Which city was burned?
Where did a few of the Anakites remain?
What does 11:23 say about Joshua’s success?
How many Canaanite kings were killed?
What did God tell Joshua he would do to the horses and chariots of their enemies?
Which city was burned?
Where did a few of the Anakites remain?
What does 11:23 say about Joshua’s success?
How many Canaanite kings were killed?
Answers to March 26 Questions
What did the Canaanite kings plan after Israel defeated Jericho and Ai? They decided to all team up against Israel
What group did not want to fight against Israel? Those from Gibeon
What did they do? They dressed up like they had traveled from a long distance with old food and asked for a covenant of peace with Israel based upon the report they heard of the Lord blessing Israel
What did Israel promise them? to protect them
Was the oath Israel took not valid because they were deceived? It was still valid
How did Joshua curse the Gibeonites? He made them servants forever for Israel
From which five cities did the Amorites come to attack the Gibeonites? Jerusalem, Hebron, Jarmuth, Lachish, Eglon
How did Israel get to Gibeon so quickly the next day? They marched all night
What killed more Amorites than the army of Israel killed? hailstones from God
What miracle did Joshua ask of God that day? That the sun stand still until they won the battle
Where did the five Amorite kings hide? In a cave at Makkedah
How did the army make sure they wouldn’t escape from there? They just rolled large stones in front of the opening a kept a small guard
What did Joshua say when he killed the kings? Don’t be afraid; Be strong and of good courage, God will do this to all your enemies
What city was destroyed after Joshua destroyed Makkedah? Libnah
In what part of Canaan were Lachish, Eglon, Hebron, and Debir? The southern part
What group did not want to fight against Israel? Those from Gibeon
What did they do? They dressed up like they had traveled from a long distance with old food and asked for a covenant of peace with Israel based upon the report they heard of the Lord blessing Israel
What did Israel promise them? to protect them
Was the oath Israel took not valid because they were deceived? It was still valid
How did Joshua curse the Gibeonites? He made them servants forever for Israel
From which five cities did the Amorites come to attack the Gibeonites? Jerusalem, Hebron, Jarmuth, Lachish, Eglon
How did Israel get to Gibeon so quickly the next day? They marched all night
What killed more Amorites than the army of Israel killed? hailstones from God
What miracle did Joshua ask of God that day? That the sun stand still until they won the battle
Where did the five Amorite kings hide? In a cave at Makkedah
How did the army make sure they wouldn’t escape from there? They just rolled large stones in front of the opening a kept a small guard
What did Joshua say when he killed the kings? Don’t be afraid; Be strong and of good courage, God will do this to all your enemies
What city was destroyed after Joshua destroyed Makkedah? Libnah
In what part of Canaan were Lachish, Eglon, Hebron, and Debir? The southern part
Thursday, March 26, 2009
March 26: Joshua 9-10 The Central Campaign Continued
What did the Canaanite kings plan after Israel defeated Jericho and Ai?
What group did not want to fight against Israel?
What did they do?
What did Israel promise them?
Was the oath Israel took not valid because they were deceived?
How did Joshua curse the Gibeonites?
From which five cities did the Amorites come to attack the Gibeonites?
How did Israel get to Gibeon so quickly the next day?
What killed more Amorites than the army of Israel killed?
What miracle did Joshua ask of God that day?
Where did the five Amorite kings hide?
How did the army make sure they wouldn’t escape from there?
What did Joshua say when he killed the kings?
What city was destroyed after Joshua destroyed Makkedah?
In what part of Canaan were Lachish, Eglon, Hebron, and Debir?
What group did not want to fight against Israel?
What did they do?
What did Israel promise them?
Was the oath Israel took not valid because they were deceived?
How did Joshua curse the Gibeonites?
From which five cities did the Amorites come to attack the Gibeonites?
How did Israel get to Gibeon so quickly the next day?
What killed more Amorites than the army of Israel killed?
What miracle did Joshua ask of God that day?
Where did the five Amorite kings hide?
How did the army make sure they wouldn’t escape from there?
What did Joshua say when he killed the kings?
What city was destroyed after Joshua destroyed Makkedah?
In what part of Canaan were Lachish, Eglon, Hebron, and Debir?
Answers to March 25 Questions
How many times did Israel march around Jericho? Once a day for six days, and seven times on the seventh day
Who led the march? The advance guard (Judah)
What happened when the people shouted after going around the seventh time on the seventh day? The walls fell flat
If God already had given Jericho into Israel’s hand, why did Israel have to do something? God said so; it was by faith that worked
What was forbidden in the taking of Jericho? To take any spoils
What curse did Joshua put on the city of Jericho? Its foundation be laid with the death of the firstborn and the gates be set up with the death of the youngest son of the man who rebuilds Jericho
Why did Israel lose the battle against Ai? Someone had taken something for himself from Jericho
Who was guilty of the sin that brought trouble upon all of Israel? Achan (his name means trouble)
According to 7:21, what is the process of temptation and sin? He saw, he coveted, he took, he hid
What happened to the guilty man? He and all his house were stoned, then burned up, and covered with a great amount of stones
What happened to his family? The same thing
How many men did Joshua use in the second battle against Ai? 5000 to capture Ai; 30,000 to attack the pursuit, and the rest were decoys
How did the Israelites capture the Canaanites in the open plain? The Israelites let the them chase them into the wilderness, then the 5000 took the undefended city, then the Canaanites stopped pursuing when they saw their city on fire, then all the army of Israel turned on them
What command did Israel keep after conquering Ai? They made the altar at Mt. Ebal, wrote the law on large stones, offered sacrifices, and pronounced the blessings and curses at the reading of the law
Who led the march? The advance guard (Judah)
What happened when the people shouted after going around the seventh time on the seventh day? The walls fell flat
If God already had given Jericho into Israel’s hand, why did Israel have to do something? God said so; it was by faith that worked
What was forbidden in the taking of Jericho? To take any spoils
What curse did Joshua put on the city of Jericho? Its foundation be laid with the death of the firstborn and the gates be set up with the death of the youngest son of the man who rebuilds Jericho
Why did Israel lose the battle against Ai? Someone had taken something for himself from Jericho
Who was guilty of the sin that brought trouble upon all of Israel? Achan (his name means trouble)
According to 7:21, what is the process of temptation and sin? He saw, he coveted, he took, he hid
What happened to the guilty man? He and all his house were stoned, then burned up, and covered with a great amount of stones
What happened to his family? The same thing
How many men did Joshua use in the second battle against Ai? 5000 to capture Ai; 30,000 to attack the pursuit, and the rest were decoys
How did the Israelites capture the Canaanites in the open plain? The Israelites let the them chase them into the wilderness, then the 5000 took the undefended city, then the Canaanites stopped pursuing when they saw their city on fire, then all the army of Israel turned on them
What command did Israel keep after conquering Ai? They made the altar at Mt. Ebal, wrote the law on large stones, offered sacrifices, and pronounced the blessings and curses at the reading of the law
Tuesday, March 24, 2009
March 25: Joshua 6-8 The Fall of Jericho and Ai
How many times did Israel march around Jericho?
Who led the march?
What happened when the people shouted after going around the seventh time on the seventh day?
If God already had given Jericho into Israel’s hand, why did Israel have to do something?
What was forbidden in the taking of Jericho?
What curse did Joshua put on the city of Jericho?
Why did Israel lose the battle against Ai?
Who was guilty of the sin that brought trouble upon all of Israel?
According to 7:21, what is the process of temptation and sin?
What happened to the guilty man?
What happened to his family?
How many men did Joshua use in the second battle against Ai?
How did the Israelites capture the Canaanites in the open valley?
What command did Israel keep after conquering Ai?
Who led the march?
What happened when the people shouted after going around the seventh time on the seventh day?
If God already had given Jericho into Israel’s hand, why did Israel have to do something?
What was forbidden in the taking of Jericho?
What curse did Joshua put on the city of Jericho?
Why did Israel lose the battle against Ai?
Who was guilty of the sin that brought trouble upon all of Israel?
According to 7:21, what is the process of temptation and sin?
What happened to the guilty man?
What happened to his family?
How many men did Joshua use in the second battle against Ai?
How did the Israelites capture the Canaanites in the open valley?
What command did Israel keep after conquering Ai?
Answers to March 24 Questions
Who were the first ones to step into the Jordan River? The priests with the Ark of the Covenant
What sign occurred when Israel crossed the Jordan? The waters parted so they could walk on dry land
What was the purpose of this sign? To exalt Joshua in the sight of the people so they will have confidence in his leadership
What did Israel use to make an altar where they crossed the Jordan? Twelve large stones from the place in the river where the priests stood with the ark
What was the purpose for building this altar? As a memorial of God’s power stopping the river Jordan so the people could cross over on dry land to take the land
Where did Israel camp in the land of Canaan? Gilgal
What stopped there? manna
What did the men do there? They were circumcised
Who had a sword in his hand when he met Joshua? The commander of the army of the Lord
What sign occurred when Israel crossed the Jordan? The waters parted so they could walk on dry land
What was the purpose of this sign? To exalt Joshua in the sight of the people so they will have confidence in his leadership
What did Israel use to make an altar where they crossed the Jordan? Twelve large stones from the place in the river where the priests stood with the ark
What was the purpose for building this altar? As a memorial of God’s power stopping the river Jordan so the people could cross over on dry land to take the land
Where did Israel camp in the land of Canaan? Gilgal
What stopped there? manna
What did the men do there? They were circumcised
Who had a sword in his hand when he met Joshua? The commander of the army of the Lord
Monday, March 23, 2009
March 24: Joshua 3-5 Israel Enters the Promised Land
Who were the first ones to step into the Jordan River?
What sign occurred when Israel crossed the Jordan?
What was the purpose of this sign?
What did Israel use to make an altar where they crossed the Jordan?
What was the purpose for building this altar?
Where did Israel camp in the land of Canaan?
What stopped there?
What did the men do there?
Who had a sword in his hand when he met Joshua?
What sign occurred when Israel crossed the Jordan?
What was the purpose of this sign?
What did Israel use to make an altar where they crossed the Jordan?
What was the purpose for building this altar?
Where did Israel camp in the land of Canaan?
What stopped there?
What did the men do there?
Who had a sword in his hand when he met Joshua?
Answers to March 23 Questions
What did God promise Joshua? God promised to give Joshua every part of the land which God had promised; He would be with him so that nobody would be able to stand up against him
What did God tell Joshua to do for success? Be strong and of good courage; study and meditate on God’s word to be careful to keep His word
What did Joshua tell the people in the camp? Get ready to enter the land in three days
What did Joshua tell the tribes who would settle east of the Jordan? To remember the agreement made with Moses; they had to leave their families and go with the men to fight west of the Jordan till the mission was completed
What did they say to Joshua? We will do whatever you tell us, we will go wherever you send us; God be with you as He was with Moses; anyone who rebels against you shall be put to death; be strong and of good courage
Why did Joshua send two men to Jericho? To spy out the land
Where did they hide in the city? In Rahab’s dwelling
What promise did they make in exchange for Rahab’s help? To save and her family
What sign did the men require of Rahab so she and her family would be saved alive? Hang the scarlet rope out the window in the wall where she and her family would be
What parallels do you see between Rahab and the Passover? By faith, something red is put at an opening in the house as a sign to save all those who are inside that house from the ones sent by God to destroy a heathen nation
What report did the spies bring when they returned? The Lord has delivered the land to us, and the people are afraid of them
What did God tell Joshua to do for success? Be strong and of good courage; study and meditate on God’s word to be careful to keep His word
What did Joshua tell the people in the camp? Get ready to enter the land in three days
What did Joshua tell the tribes who would settle east of the Jordan? To remember the agreement made with Moses; they had to leave their families and go with the men to fight west of the Jordan till the mission was completed
What did they say to Joshua? We will do whatever you tell us, we will go wherever you send us; God be with you as He was with Moses; anyone who rebels against you shall be put to death; be strong and of good courage
Why did Joshua send two men to Jericho? To spy out the land
Where did they hide in the city? In Rahab’s dwelling
What promise did they make in exchange for Rahab’s help? To save and her family
What sign did the men require of Rahab so she and her family would be saved alive? Hang the scarlet rope out the window in the wall where she and her family would be
What parallels do you see between Rahab and the Passover? By faith, something red is put at an opening in the house as a sign to save all those who are inside that house from the ones sent by God to destroy a heathen nation
What report did the spies bring when they returned? The Lord has delivered the land to us, and the people are afraid of them
March 23: Joshua 1-2 At the Threshold
What did God promise Joshua?
What did God tell Joshua to do for success?
What did Joshua tell the people in the camp?
What did Joshua tell the tribes who would settle east of the Jordan?
What did they say to Joshua?
Why did Joshua send two men to Jericho?
Where did they hide in the city?
What promise did they make in exchange for Rahab’s help?
What sign did the men require of Rahab so she and her family would be saved alive?
What parallels do you see between Rahab and the Passover?
What report did the spies bring when they returned?
What did God tell Joshua to do for success?
What did Joshua tell the people in the camp?
What did Joshua tell the tribes who would settle east of the Jordan?
What did they say to Joshua?
Why did Joshua send two men to Jericho?
Where did they hide in the city?
What promise did they make in exchange for Rahab’s help?
What sign did the men require of Rahab so she and her family would be saved alive?
What parallels do you see between Rahab and the Passover?
What report did the spies bring when they returned?
Sunday, March 22, 2009
Answers to March 22 Questions
How did Moses describe God in this song? He is the Rock; a God of truth without injustice; righteous and upright; the Father Who begot them; the Most High
What is the Lord’s inheritance? His people
When Israel commits idolatry, to whom are they offering their sacrifices? demons
How would God provoke the Israelites to jealousy? By those who are not a nation; by a foreign nation (Gentiles)
Why did God not annihilate Israel? Because the enemies of Israel which God would use might become arrogant and think they conquered Israel instead of it being God’s work
Who is called to rejoice because God avenges his people and takes revenge on His enemies? The Gentiles
Where did God tell Moses to go? Mount Nebo
Which tribe received the most attention when Moses blessed the tribes? Joseph
Who buried Moses? God buried Moses
Where? In a valley in Moab; nobody knows where
How was the health of Moses when he died? His strength and even eyesight were not diminished at all
How does the last paragraph describe Moses? No other prophet like Moses, who saw God, talked directly with Him, and who did the kind and number of signs in Egypt and the wilderness
What is the Lord’s inheritance? His people
When Israel commits idolatry, to whom are they offering their sacrifices? demons
How would God provoke the Israelites to jealousy? By those who are not a nation; by a foreign nation (Gentiles)
Why did God not annihilate Israel? Because the enemies of Israel which God would use might become arrogant and think they conquered Israel instead of it being God’s work
Who is called to rejoice because God avenges his people and takes revenge on His enemies? The Gentiles
Where did God tell Moses to go? Mount Nebo
Which tribe received the most attention when Moses blessed the tribes? Joseph
Who buried Moses? God buried Moses
Where? In a valley in Moab; nobody knows where
How was the health of Moses when he died? His strength and even eyesight were not diminished at all
How does the last paragraph describe Moses? No other prophet like Moses, who saw God, talked directly with Him, and who did the kind and number of signs in Egypt and the wilderness
March 22: Deuteronomy 32-34 Moses’ Farewell
How did Moses describe God in this song?
What is the Lord’s inheritance?
When Israel commits idolatry, to whom are they offering their sacrifices?
How would God provoke the Israelites to jealousy?
Why did God not annihilate Israel?
Who is called to rejoice because God avenges his people and takes revenge on His enemies?
Where did God tell Moses to go?
Which tribe received the most attention when Moses blessed the tribes?
Who buried Moses?
Where?
How was the health of Moses when he died?
How does the last paragraph describe Moses?
What is the Lord’s inheritance?
When Israel commits idolatry, to whom are they offering their sacrifices?
How would God provoke the Israelites to jealousy?
Why did God not annihilate Israel?
Who is called to rejoice because God avenges his people and takes revenge on His enemies?
Where did God tell Moses to go?
Which tribe received the most attention when Moses blessed the tribes?
Who buried Moses?
Where?
How was the health of Moses when he died?
How does the last paragraph describe Moses?
Answers to March 21 Questions
What did Moses promise that will do after they have endured the consequences of their disobedience? After they return to God, then He will gather them from the nations where they would be scattered and help them to prosper in their land once again, and He would defeat their enemies again
What is the idea of 30:11-14? God’s word is not too difficult to understand or to obey
What were the two choices set before Israel? Life and death, blessings and curses
Who (or what) were witnesses of the covenant made with Israel? Heaven and earth
How old was Moses? 120
Who replaced Moses? Joshua
Why? Moses sinned and could not enter the Promised Land
What did Moses tell Joshua? "Be strong and of good courage, for you must go with this people to the land which the LORD has sworn to their fathers to give them, and you shall cause them to inherit it. 8 And the LORD, He is the One who goes before you. He will be with you, He will not leave you nor forsake you; do not fear nor be dismayed."
What did Moses do after this? He wrote the words of the law in a book and gave it to the priests and the elders of Israel
When was the law to be read to everyone? Every seven years (Sabbath Year) at the Feast of Tabernacles
What did Moses write as a warning against the disobedience of Israel? A song
Who was to sing this song? All the people were to be taught to sing the song
Where did Moses put the book of the Law after he finished writing it? He told the priests to put the book beside the Ark of the Covenant
Why? as a testimony against them
What is the idea of 30:11-14? God’s word is not too difficult to understand or to obey
What were the two choices set before Israel? Life and death, blessings and curses
Who (or what) were witnesses of the covenant made with Israel? Heaven and earth
How old was Moses? 120
Who replaced Moses? Joshua
Why? Moses sinned and could not enter the Promised Land
What did Moses tell Joshua? "Be strong and of good courage, for you must go with this people to the land which the LORD has sworn to their fathers to give them, and you shall cause them to inherit it. 8 And the LORD, He is the One who goes before you. He will be with you, He will not leave you nor forsake you; do not fear nor be dismayed."
What did Moses do after this? He wrote the words of the law in a book and gave it to the priests and the elders of Israel
When was the law to be read to everyone? Every seven years (Sabbath Year) at the Feast of Tabernacles
What did Moses write as a warning against the disobedience of Israel? A song
Who was to sing this song? All the people were to be taught to sing the song
Where did Moses put the book of the Law after he finished writing it? He told the priests to put the book beside the Ark of the Covenant
Why? as a testimony against them
Friday, March 20, 2009
March 21: Deuteronomy 30-31 Israel’s Choice
What did Moses promise that will do after they have endured the consequences of their disobedience?
What is the idea of 30:11-14?
What were the two choices set before Israel?
Who (or what) were witnesses of the covenant made with Israel?
How old was Moses?
Who replaced Moses?
Why?
What did Moses tell Joshua?
What did Moses do after this?
When was the law to be read to everyone?
What did Moses write as a warning against the disobedience of Israel?
Who was to sing this song?
Where did Moses put the book of the Law after he finished writing it?
Why?
What is the idea of 30:11-14?
What were the two choices set before Israel?
Who (or what) were witnesses of the covenant made with Israel?
How old was Moses?
Who replaced Moses?
Why?
What did Moses tell Joshua?
What did Moses do after this?
When was the law to be read to everyone?
What did Moses write as a warning against the disobedience of Israel?
Who was to sing this song?
Where did Moses put the book of the Law after he finished writing it?
Why?
Answers to March 20 Questions
What was Israel to build on Mount Ebal? An altar
What was Israel to write on the stones by whitewashing them with lime? The Ten Commandments
Which tribes were to stand on Mount Gerazim and say the blessings? Simeon, Levi, Judah, Issachar, Joseph and Benjamin.
Which tribes were to stand on Mount Ebal and say the curses? Reuben, Gad, Asher, Zebulun, Dan and Naphtali.
List those who would be cursed according to chapter 27. the man who carves an image or casts an idol and sets it up in secret; the man who dishonors his father or his mother; the man who moves his neighbor's boundary stone; the man who leads the blind astray on the road; the man who withholds justice from the alien, the fatherless or the widow; the man who sleeps with his father's wife; the man who has sexual relations with any animal; the man who sleeps with his sister; the man who sleeps with his mother-in-law; the man who kills his neighbor secretly; the man who accepts a bribe to kill an innocent person; the man who does not uphold the words of this law by obeying them
What blessings would Israel receive if they keep the law? They, their livestock, and their crops would reproduce abundantly; their basket and kneading bowls would be blessed; their barns and land would be blessed; their enemies would be defeated; prosperity and the works of their hands would be blessed; other nations would fear and respect them; they would lend to many who would come to them to borrow; they would be on top, the head, in control
Which verses describe the blessings? 28:1-14 (14 verses)
How many verses are used to describe the curses for disobedience? 28:15-68 (54 verses)
What kind of consequences are in 28:20-24? Diseases, drought, and blight
What kind of consequences are in 28:25-35? Occupation and control by foreigners
What kind of consequences are in 28:36-37? Captivity in another nation
What kind of consequences are in 28:38-42? No success with agriculture; loss of children
What is the purpose for these consequences? It would be a sign and wonder to them and their children
What would happen when a foreign country would come and besiege Israel? They would destroy all their resources and starve them out; the people will eat their own children because of the hunger and suffering
What kind of consequences are in 28:58-63? Diseases of all sorts
What kind of consequences are in 28:64-68? They would be captured and made slaves in other countries; no security; fearful and anxious all the time
What is the last consequence in chapter 28? Carried off to Egypt where they would wish to be servants and supported, but no one would want them
What did the Lord do for Israel in the wilderness to prove that He is God? God did not let their clothes or shoes wear out; He fed them and gave them water
What warning did Moses give Israel in 29:19? All the curses will fall on the individual who refuses to follow God’s way and thinks he can get by with it
What are the things that belong to God? The secret things
Which things belong to us? The things God revealed
Why? So we would follow them
What was Israel to write on the stones by whitewashing them with lime? The Ten Commandments
Which tribes were to stand on Mount Gerazim and say the blessings? Simeon, Levi, Judah, Issachar, Joseph and Benjamin.
Which tribes were to stand on Mount Ebal and say the curses? Reuben, Gad, Asher, Zebulun, Dan and Naphtali.
List those who would be cursed according to chapter 27. the man who carves an image or casts an idol and sets it up in secret; the man who dishonors his father or his mother; the man who moves his neighbor's boundary stone; the man who leads the blind astray on the road; the man who withholds justice from the alien, the fatherless or the widow; the man who sleeps with his father's wife; the man who has sexual relations with any animal; the man who sleeps with his sister; the man who sleeps with his mother-in-law; the man who kills his neighbor secretly; the man who accepts a bribe to kill an innocent person; the man who does not uphold the words of this law by obeying them
What blessings would Israel receive if they keep the law? They, their livestock, and their crops would reproduce abundantly; their basket and kneading bowls would be blessed; their barns and land would be blessed; their enemies would be defeated; prosperity and the works of their hands would be blessed; other nations would fear and respect them; they would lend to many who would come to them to borrow; they would be on top, the head, in control
Which verses describe the blessings? 28:1-14 (14 verses)
How many verses are used to describe the curses for disobedience? 28:15-68 (54 verses)
What kind of consequences are in 28:20-24? Diseases, drought, and blight
What kind of consequences are in 28:25-35? Occupation and control by foreigners
What kind of consequences are in 28:36-37? Captivity in another nation
What kind of consequences are in 28:38-42? No success with agriculture; loss of children
What is the purpose for these consequences? It would be a sign and wonder to them and their children
What would happen when a foreign country would come and besiege Israel? They would destroy all their resources and starve them out; the people will eat their own children because of the hunger and suffering
What kind of consequences are in 28:58-63? Diseases of all sorts
What kind of consequences are in 28:64-68? They would be captured and made slaves in other countries; no security; fearful and anxious all the time
What is the last consequence in chapter 28? Carried off to Egypt where they would wish to be servants and supported, but no one would want them
What did the Lord do for Israel in the wilderness to prove that He is God? God did not let their clothes or shoes wear out; He fed them and gave them water
What warning did Moses give Israel in 29:19? All the curses will fall on the individual who refuses to follow God’s way and thinks he can get by with it
What are the things that belong to God? The secret things
Which things belong to us? The things God revealed
Why? So we would follow them
March 20: Deuteronomy 27-29 The Close of the Covenant
What was Israel to build on Mount Ebal?
What was Israel to write on the stones by whitewashing them with lime?
Which tribes were to stand on Mount Gerazim and say the blessings?
Which tribes were to stand on Mount Ebal and say the curses?
List those who would be cursed according to chapter 27.
What blessings would Israel receive if they keep the law?
Which verses describe the blessings?
How many verses are used to describe the curses for disobedience?
What kind of consequences are in 28:20-24?
What kind of consequences are in 28:25-35?
What kind of consequences are in 28:36-37?
What kind of consequences are in 28:38-42?
What is the purpose for these consequences?
What would happen when a foreign country would come and besiege Israel?
What kind of consequences are in 28:58-63?
What kind of consequences are in 28:64-68?
What is the last consequence in chapter 28?
What did the Lord do for Israel in the wilderness to prove that He is God?
What warning did Moses give Israel in 29:19?
What are the things that belong to God?
Which things belong to us?
Why?
What was Israel to write on the stones by whitewashing them with lime?
Which tribes were to stand on Mount Gerazim and say the blessings?
Which tribes were to stand on Mount Ebal and say the curses?
List those who would be cursed according to chapter 27.
What blessings would Israel receive if they keep the law?
Which verses describe the blessings?
How many verses are used to describe the curses for disobedience?
What kind of consequences are in 28:20-24?
What kind of consequences are in 28:25-35?
What kind of consequences are in 28:36-37?
What kind of consequences are in 28:38-42?
What is the purpose for these consequences?
What would happen when a foreign country would come and besiege Israel?
What kind of consequences are in 28:58-63?
What kind of consequences are in 28:64-68?
What is the last consequence in chapter 28?
What did the Lord do for Israel in the wilderness to prove that He is God?
What warning did Moses give Israel in 29:19?
What are the things that belong to God?
Which things belong to us?
Why?
Answers to March 19 Questions
What is the limit on the lashes to give someone as punishment? 40 lashes
What is the principle in 25:4? Enable the one working for you to partake of the fruit of his labor
What is the responsibility of an unmarried brother of a married man who died before he had any children? He is to marry the widow to have children for his family line
What was the widow to do if the brother refused to fulfill his duty? After the elders of the town come out to talk to him to fulfill his duty, if he still refuses, she is to take the sandal off his foot, spit in his face, and say pronounce a curse on his house
What is the principle in 25:11-12? The reproductive organs represent the sanctity of life, so a woman has no right to touch another man’ reproductive organs, even if she is defending her husband
What is God’s attitude toward dishonesty? It is an abomination to Him
What is the last thing in chapter 25 that Moses tells Israel not to forget? To utterly destroy Amalek for attacking Israel in the wilderness
Is the command in 26:1-10 for the first year in the Promised Land or for every year? The first year after they enter
What differences do you see between the laws for giving in chapter 26 and the laws for giving in other passages in the law? There was a special basket of firstfruits to take iafter the first harvest in the promised Land. They were to acknowledge how God brought them out of Egypt and made it possible to produce the crops. More information about the third-year tithe is in this chapter. It was to be enjoyed while there in Jerusalem. It was not to be eaten while in mourning or for the dead or while one was unclean.
What did Israel declare that day that Moses spoke to them? That said that the Lord is their God and that would obey His voice and keep His laws
What did the Lord proclaim to Israel that day? That Israel is His special people as He promised, and they are to keep His words and be a holy people
What is the principle in 25:4? Enable the one working for you to partake of the fruit of his labor
What is the responsibility of an unmarried brother of a married man who died before he had any children? He is to marry the widow to have children for his family line
What was the widow to do if the brother refused to fulfill his duty? After the elders of the town come out to talk to him to fulfill his duty, if he still refuses, she is to take the sandal off his foot, spit in his face, and say pronounce a curse on his house
What is the principle in 25:11-12? The reproductive organs represent the sanctity of life, so a woman has no right to touch another man’ reproductive organs, even if she is defending her husband
What is God’s attitude toward dishonesty? It is an abomination to Him
What is the last thing in chapter 25 that Moses tells Israel not to forget? To utterly destroy Amalek for attacking Israel in the wilderness
Is the command in 26:1-10 for the first year in the Promised Land or for every year? The first year after they enter
What differences do you see between the laws for giving in chapter 26 and the laws for giving in other passages in the law? There was a special basket of firstfruits to take iafter the first harvest in the promised Land. They were to acknowledge how God brought them out of Egypt and made it possible to produce the crops. More information about the third-year tithe is in this chapter. It was to be enjoyed while there in Jerusalem. It was not to be eaten while in mourning or for the dead or while one was unclean.
What did Israel declare that day that Moses spoke to them? That said that the Lord is their God and that would obey His voice and keep His laws
What did the Lord proclaim to Israel that day? That Israel is His special people as He promised, and they are to keep His words and be a holy people
Thursday, March 19, 2009
March 19: Deuteronomy 25-26 More Miscellaneous Laws
What is the limit on the lashes to give someone as punishment?
What is the principle in 25:4?
What is the responsibility of an unmarried brother of a married man who died before he had any children?
What was the widow to do if the brother refused to fulfill his duty?
What is the principle in 25:11-12?
What is God’s attitude toward dishonesty?
What is the last thing in chapter 25 that Moses tells Israel not to forget?
Is the command in 26:1-10 for the first year in the Promised Land or for every year?
What differences do you see between the laws for giving in chapter 26 and the laws for giving in other passages in the law?
What did Israel declare that day that Moses spoke to them?
What did the Lord proclaim to Israel that day?
What is the principle in 25:4?
What is the responsibility of an unmarried brother of a married man who died before he had any children?
What was the widow to do if the brother refused to fulfill his duty?
What is the principle in 25:11-12?
What is God’s attitude toward dishonesty?
What is the last thing in chapter 25 that Moses tells Israel not to forget?
Is the command in 26:1-10 for the first year in the Promised Land or for every year?
What differences do you see between the laws for giving in chapter 26 and the laws for giving in other passages in the law?
What did Israel declare that day that Moses spoke to them?
What did the Lord proclaim to Israel that day?
Answers to March 18 Questions
If a Hebrew finds something, does he have the right to keep it? no
List any law in chapter 22 that you have not yet read. Cross-dressing of men and women forbidden; do not take the mother bird and the eggs from a bird’s nest (the principle is similar to Leviticus 22:28); put a safety rail on the edge of your roof; do not mix grapevines with other crops (similar to Leviticus 19:19); do not yoke an ox and donkey together to work; laws concerning a husband that accuses a wife of fornication before marriage; laws concerning rape; law concerning two uncommitted singles who commit fornication
Divorce is not allowed for two different cases in chapter 22. What are they? If a man falsely accuses his wife of not being a virgin when they got married, he may not divorce ever her; if an unengaged couple commit fornication, the man must pay the bride price for her and marry her if her father allows it; if they marry, they can never divorce
What kind of fornication is punishable by death, and what kind of fornication is not punished with death? Punishable by death: if a girl is accurately accused of fornication before marriage, she is to be stoned for playing the harlot while living in her father’s house; any man with a married woman or a woman betrothed to be married; rape in the city for both parties; rape in the country only for the man; incest. Punishable not by death but by a fate worse than death (a shotgun wedding) for two uncommitted singles.
Who cannot enter the assembly of the Lord? One who is made a eunuch by accident or design; a Moabite or an Ammonite
Who may enter the assembly of the Lord? an Edomite or Egyptian after three generations
What principles do you see in the rules regarding military camp? It was to be kept clean and sanitary; first, it must be kept clean morally, then physically clean as a reflection of the spiritual truth that God is in their presence
What were the Hebrews to do with runaway slaves? Not turn them in, not oppress them, but take care of them. Note this contrast with possessions lost by a neighbor; those things were to be given to the owner if known or kept until the owner is discovered
What is so bad about the wages of a dog? A “dog” is a male prostitute; notice the context.
What is the principle in 23:17-18? Money gained by immoral means is not allowed in the treasury of the temple
In what manner was a person permitted to take food from his neighbor? He could eat it in his hand while on his property
In what manner was a person not permitted to take food from his neighbor? He could not gather it to eat somewhere else later on
Are God’s rules for divorce valid today? We are under the law of Christ; He went to the beginning and restored God’s original plan
Why are newlyweds not to go to war? To focus on pleasing their wives
Why were the millstones not allowed to be taken as collateral? Because they are needed for production
How did the Hebrews help the poor and fatherless and widows? Don’t go over the harvest the second time to pick up whatever might be left over
When was a poor laborer to receive his pay? At the end of each day
What are the principles in 24:10-13? Show respect for the other man’s property; show compassion because of his need for his cloak at night
List any law in chapter 22 that you have not yet read. Cross-dressing of men and women forbidden; do not take the mother bird and the eggs from a bird’s nest (the principle is similar to Leviticus 22:28); put a safety rail on the edge of your roof; do not mix grapevines with other crops (similar to Leviticus 19:19); do not yoke an ox and donkey together to work; laws concerning a husband that accuses a wife of fornication before marriage; laws concerning rape; law concerning two uncommitted singles who commit fornication
Divorce is not allowed for two different cases in chapter 22. What are they? If a man falsely accuses his wife of not being a virgin when they got married, he may not divorce ever her; if an unengaged couple commit fornication, the man must pay the bride price for her and marry her if her father allows it; if they marry, they can never divorce
What kind of fornication is punishable by death, and what kind of fornication is not punished with death? Punishable by death: if a girl is accurately accused of fornication before marriage, she is to be stoned for playing the harlot while living in her father’s house; any man with a married woman or a woman betrothed to be married; rape in the city for both parties; rape in the country only for the man; incest. Punishable not by death but by a fate worse than death (a shotgun wedding) for two uncommitted singles.
Who cannot enter the assembly of the Lord? One who is made a eunuch by accident or design; a Moabite or an Ammonite
Who may enter the assembly of the Lord? an Edomite or Egyptian after three generations
What principles do you see in the rules regarding military camp? It was to be kept clean and sanitary; first, it must be kept clean morally, then physically clean as a reflection of the spiritual truth that God is in their presence
What were the Hebrews to do with runaway slaves? Not turn them in, not oppress them, but take care of them. Note this contrast with possessions lost by a neighbor; those things were to be given to the owner if known or kept until the owner is discovered
What is so bad about the wages of a dog? A “dog” is a male prostitute; notice the context.
What is the principle in 23:17-18? Money gained by immoral means is not allowed in the treasury of the temple
In what manner was a person permitted to take food from his neighbor? He could eat it in his hand while on his property
In what manner was a person not permitted to take food from his neighbor? He could not gather it to eat somewhere else later on
Are God’s rules for divorce valid today? We are under the law of Christ; He went to the beginning and restored God’s original plan
Why are newlyweds not to go to war? To focus on pleasing their wives
Why were the millstones not allowed to be taken as collateral? Because they are needed for production
How did the Hebrews help the poor and fatherless and widows? Don’t go over the harvest the second time to pick up whatever might be left over
When was a poor laborer to receive his pay? At the end of each day
What are the principles in 24:10-13? Show respect for the other man’s property; show compassion because of his need for his cloak at night
Wednesday, March 18, 2009
March 18: Deuteronomy 22-24 Miscellaneous Laws
If a Hebrew finds something, does he have the right to keep it?
List any law in chapter 22 that you have not yet read.
Divorce is not allowed for two different cases in chapter 22. What are they?
What kind of fornication is punishable by death, and what kind of fornication is not punished with death?
Who cannot enter the assembly of the Lord?
Who may enter the assembly of the Lord?
What principles do you see in the rules regarding military camp?
What were the Hebrews to do with runaway slaves?
What is so bad about the wages of a dog?
What is the principle in 23:17-18?
In what manner was a person permitted to take food from his neighbor?
In what manner was a person not permitted to take food from his neighbor?
Are God’s rules for divorce valid today?
Why are newlyweds not to go to war?
Why were the millstones not allowed to be taken as collateral?
What are the principles in 24:10-13?
How did the Hebrews help the poor and fatherless and widows?
When was a poor laborer to receive his pay?
List any law in chapter 22 that you have not yet read.
Divorce is not allowed for two different cases in chapter 22. What are they?
What kind of fornication is punishable by death, and what kind of fornication is not punished with death?
Who cannot enter the assembly of the Lord?
Who may enter the assembly of the Lord?
What principles do you see in the rules regarding military camp?
What were the Hebrews to do with runaway slaves?
What is so bad about the wages of a dog?
What is the principle in 23:17-18?
In what manner was a person permitted to take food from his neighbor?
In what manner was a person not permitted to take food from his neighbor?
Are God’s rules for divorce valid today?
Why are newlyweds not to go to war?
Why were the millstones not allowed to be taken as collateral?
What are the principles in 24:10-13?
How did the Hebrews help the poor and fatherless and widows?
When was a poor laborer to receive his pay?
Answers to March 17 Questions
In verses 2 and 3, what are the rules concerning the cities of refuge? They are to establish three cities of refuge on the west side of the Jordan River so a person who accidentally killed someone else may take refuge there. They are also to prepare roads to those cities
Why are the preparations of the roads and the locations of the cities of refuge important? To give the manslayer a good chance to easily reach the nearest city of refuge
Was the manslayer considered guilty or innocent? innocent
How many witnesses are necessary to convict someone? At least two
What is the punishment for a false witness? The punishment for whatever crime for which he is accusing his neighbor
Who is to encourage the people before they go to battle? The priest
Who is not obligated to fight? Those who have built a house, planted a vineyard or is engaged to be married but had not yet partaken of any of these things
When they go to take a city, what is Israel to offer them before the battle? Terms of surrender
If the city surrenders, what is the army to do? Accept tribute from them and let them live
What are they to do if the city does not surrender? Kill all the males and take everything else for plunder
What is the principle in 20:19-20? Not to destroy something that has a greater usefulness than fulfilling a need that appears immediate and can be resolved by using other resources
What is Israel to do in the case of a murder victim found in an open field? Judges would measure to find which town is the closest. The people of that town would have to offer a heifer that hasn’t worked to a field that hasn’t been worked and that has flowing water; they are to break the heifer’s neck and the elders are to wash their hands and declare to the priests that they have no knowledge of the crime; they are to ask for the Lord’s atonement; this is so innocent blood would not pollute the land
How can a woman captured in war become a wife of a Hebrew? She must shave her heard trim her nails and be given a month to mourn her family’s death; then they can marry
What is the law concerning the firstborn? If a man has two wives, the first born son has the birthright (double portion), no matter how the father may feel about each of his wives
What is the punishment for a disobedient son? Death by stoning
According to 21:23, who is cursed? One hanged on a tree
Why are the preparations of the roads and the locations of the cities of refuge important? To give the manslayer a good chance to easily reach the nearest city of refuge
Was the manslayer considered guilty or innocent? innocent
How many witnesses are necessary to convict someone? At least two
What is the punishment for a false witness? The punishment for whatever crime for which he is accusing his neighbor
Who is to encourage the people before they go to battle? The priest
Who is not obligated to fight? Those who have built a house, planted a vineyard or is engaged to be married but had not yet partaken of any of these things
When they go to take a city, what is Israel to offer them before the battle? Terms of surrender
If the city surrenders, what is the army to do? Accept tribute from them and let them live
What are they to do if the city does not surrender? Kill all the males and take everything else for plunder
What is the principle in 20:19-20? Not to destroy something that has a greater usefulness than fulfilling a need that appears immediate and can be resolved by using other resources
What is Israel to do in the case of a murder victim found in an open field? Judges would measure to find which town is the closest. The people of that town would have to offer a heifer that hasn’t worked to a field that hasn’t been worked and that has flowing water; they are to break the heifer’s neck and the elders are to wash their hands and declare to the priests that they have no knowledge of the crime; they are to ask for the Lord’s atonement; this is so innocent blood would not pollute the land
How can a woman captured in war become a wife of a Hebrew? She must shave her heard trim her nails and be given a month to mourn her family’s death; then they can marry
What is the law concerning the firstborn? If a man has two wives, the first born son has the birthright (double portion), no matter how the father may feel about each of his wives
What is the punishment for a disobedient son? Death by stoning
According to 21:23, who is cursed? One hanged on a tree
Monday, March 16, 2009
March 17: Deuteronomy 19-21 Property Laws, Warfare Regulations, Etc.
In verses 2 and 3, what are the rules concerning the cities of refuge?
Why are the preparations of the roads and the locations of the cities of refuge important?
Was the manslayer considered guilty or innocent?
How many witnesses are necessary to convict someone?
What is the punishment for a false witness?
Who is to encourage the people before they go to battle?
Who is not obligated to fight?
When they go to take a city, what is Israel to offer them before the battle?
If the city surrenders, what is the army to do?
What are they to do if the city does not surrender?
What is the principle in 20:19-20?
What is Israel to do in the case of a murder victim found in an open field?
How can a woman captured in war become a wife of a Hebrew?
What is the law concerning the firstborn?
What is the punishment for a disobedient son?
According to 21:23, who is cursed?
Why are the preparations of the roads and the locations of the cities of refuge important?
Was the manslayer considered guilty or innocent?
How many witnesses are necessary to convict someone?
What is the punishment for a false witness?
Who is to encourage the people before they go to battle?
Who is not obligated to fight?
When they go to take a city, what is Israel to offer them before the battle?
If the city surrenders, what is the army to do?
What are they to do if the city does not surrender?
What is the principle in 20:19-20?
What is Israel to do in the case of a murder victim found in an open field?
How can a woman captured in war become a wife of a Hebrew?
What is the law concerning the firstborn?
What is the punishment for a disobedient son?
According to 21:23, who is cursed?
Answers to March 16 Questions
When and where were the Israelites to keep the Passover? The anniversary of their departure from Egypt (14th day of the month of Abib) every year in the place that God chooses to put His Name
Where did the Feast of Weeks get its name? they were to count seven weeks from the Sabbath after the Passover
When were all men to present themselves before the Lord? At the three yearly feasts (Feast of Unleavened Bread, Feast of Weeks, and Feast of Tabernacles)
What was necessary to bring when they came? Offerings as the Lord had blessed them
What guidelines were given for judges? Not to convict someone on the testimony of only one witness; the witnesses are to be the first to execute the judgment
If there is a report about idolatry, what was to be done about it? It is to be investigated and punished if it is a true report
What kinds of paganism are listed in chapter 17? Idols made by men or worshiping the sun, moon, or the stars
Who was to decide the more difficult cases? The priests
What was the punishment for contempt for the judges and their decisions? death
Was it God’s intention that Israel have a king? yes
What kind of king was he to be? An Israelite, spiritually-minded, unselfish
What would be his responsibilities? To write, and then daily read a copy of all the law; he is to practice it in his life and make decisions for Israel based upon its words
What did the Levites receive because they had no inheritance as did the other tribes? A tithe (10%) from all the other tribes, and portions to eat from offerings
What practices are forbidden in chapter 18? Human sacrifices, witchcraft, soothsaying, interpreting omens, sorcery, conjuring spells, psychics, spiritism, talking to the dead
Who would come and speak the word of God? A prophet like Moses from among Israel
How would people know if a prophet was sent by God? If what he says in the Lord's name comes true
Where did the Feast of Weeks get its name? they were to count seven weeks from the Sabbath after the Passover
When were all men to present themselves before the Lord? At the three yearly feasts (Feast of Unleavened Bread, Feast of Weeks, and Feast of Tabernacles)
What was necessary to bring when they came? Offerings as the Lord had blessed them
What guidelines were given for judges? Not to convict someone on the testimony of only one witness; the witnesses are to be the first to execute the judgment
If there is a report about idolatry, what was to be done about it? It is to be investigated and punished if it is a true report
What kinds of paganism are listed in chapter 17? Idols made by men or worshiping the sun, moon, or the stars
Who was to decide the more difficult cases? The priests
What was the punishment for contempt for the judges and their decisions? death
Was it God’s intention that Israel have a king? yes
What kind of king was he to be? An Israelite, spiritually-minded, unselfish
What would be his responsibilities? To write, and then daily read a copy of all the law; he is to practice it in his life and make decisions for Israel based upon its words
What did the Levites receive because they had no inheritance as did the other tribes? A tithe (10%) from all the other tribes, and portions to eat from offerings
What practices are forbidden in chapter 18? Human sacrifices, witchcraft, soothsaying, interpreting omens, sorcery, conjuring spells, psychics, spiritism, talking to the dead
Who would come and speak the word of God? A prophet like Moses from among Israel
How would people know if a prophet was sent by God? If what he says in the Lord's name comes true
March 16: Deuteronomy 16-18 Spiritual Leaders
When and where were the Israelites to keep the Passover?
Where did the Feast of Weeks get its name?
When were all men to present themselves before the Lord?
What was necessary to bring when they came?
What guidelines were given for judges?
If there is a report about idolatry, what was to be done about it?
What kinds of paganism are listed in chapter 17?
Who was to decide the more difficult cases?
What was the punishment for contempt for the judges and their decisions?
Was it God’s intention that Israel have a king?
What kind of king was he to be?
What would be his responsibilities?
What did the Levites receive because they had no inheritance as did the other tribes?
What practices are forbidden in chapter 18?
Who would come and speak the word of God?
How would people know if a prophet was sent by God?
Where did the Feast of Weeks get its name?
When were all men to present themselves before the Lord?
What was necessary to bring when they came?
What guidelines were given for judges?
If there is a report about idolatry, what was to be done about it?
What kinds of paganism are listed in chapter 17?
Who was to decide the more difficult cases?
What was the punishment for contempt for the judges and their decisions?
Was it God’s intention that Israel have a king?
What kind of king was he to be?
What would be his responsibilities?
What did the Levites receive because they had no inheritance as did the other tribes?
What practices are forbidden in chapter 18?
Who would come and speak the word of God?
How would people know if a prophet was sent by God?
Answers to March 15 Questions
What was Israel to utterly destroy when they enter Canaan? All the places and objects used in the worship of idolatry
Where were the Israelites to offer their tithes, sacrifices, etc.? the place where God chooses to put His Name
What does having only one place of worship tell us about God? He Himself is one God
Could Israel eat meat whenever and wherever they wanted? yes
Could they offer their sacrifices, even free-will sacrifices wherever they wanted? no
What is forbidden in 12:31? Human sacrifices
Is it possible for a false prophet to perform a miraculous sign? yes
Does a powerful sign mean that we should believe in the one who performed it? no
Why would God allow a false prophet to perform a sign (see 13:3)? To test their loyalty to Him
Which relatives are listed in the command forbidding idolatry? Brother, wife, son, daughter, or good friend
If Israel hears that idolatry is being practiced in one of their towns, what is the first step they are to take? Investigate the report to confirm it
What must they do if the report is proven to be true? Kill all the living (even animals and burn everything, that the town never be rebuilt
What is forbidden in 14:1? Not to cut themselves or shave the fron of their head for the dead
Why were the Israelites to take their tithes to a single place chosen by God? They are to eat these things in the Lord’s presence and learn to fear God
What were the Israelites to do if they were too far away from the place God had chosen? They could liquidate their tithe (convert it to money so they could carry it more easily) then spend that money on the animals to eat in worship to God
What did the Israelites do with their tithe every three years? Store it up for the Levite and for the needy (travelers and widows and the fatherless)
When were Hebrews to cancel the debts of their brothers? After 7 years
Could a man redeem his debt? yes
What was the time limit of servitude? Six years
What was the master to do when he released the servant? Give him an abundance of food and livestock to sustain himself
What was a man to do if he wanted to be a servant for life? The master was to pierce his ear
How did the Hebrews dedicate the firstborn of their animals (from the flocks and herds)? They are to eat it
Could the Hebrews offer animals with defects? no
Could the Hebrews eat animals with defects? yes
Where were the Israelites to offer their tithes, sacrifices, etc.? the place where God chooses to put His Name
What does having only one place of worship tell us about God? He Himself is one God
Could Israel eat meat whenever and wherever they wanted? yes
Could they offer their sacrifices, even free-will sacrifices wherever they wanted? no
What is forbidden in 12:31? Human sacrifices
Is it possible for a false prophet to perform a miraculous sign? yes
Does a powerful sign mean that we should believe in the one who performed it? no
Why would God allow a false prophet to perform a sign (see 13:3)? To test their loyalty to Him
Which relatives are listed in the command forbidding idolatry? Brother, wife, son, daughter, or good friend
If Israel hears that idolatry is being practiced in one of their towns, what is the first step they are to take? Investigate the report to confirm it
What must they do if the report is proven to be true? Kill all the living (even animals and burn everything, that the town never be rebuilt
What is forbidden in 14:1? Not to cut themselves or shave the fron of their head for the dead
Why were the Israelites to take their tithes to a single place chosen by God? They are to eat these things in the Lord’s presence and learn to fear God
What were the Israelites to do if they were too far away from the place God had chosen? They could liquidate their tithe (convert it to money so they could carry it more easily) then spend that money on the animals to eat in worship to God
What did the Israelites do with their tithe every three years? Store it up for the Levite and for the needy (travelers and widows and the fatherless)
When were Hebrews to cancel the debts of their brothers? After 7 years
Could a man redeem his debt? yes
What was the time limit of servitude? Six years
What was the master to do when he released the servant? Give him an abundance of food and livestock to sustain himself
What was a man to do if he wanted to be a servant for life? The master was to pierce his ear
How did the Hebrews dedicate the firstborn of their animals (from the flocks and herds)? They are to eat it
Could the Hebrews offer animals with defects? no
Could the Hebrews eat animals with defects? yes
March 15: Deuteronomy 12-15 True Worship
What was Israel to utterly destroy when they enter Canaan?
Where were the Israelites to offer their tithes, sacrifices, etc.?
What does having only one place of worship tell us about God?
Could Isarel eat meat whenever and wherever they wanted?
Could they offer their sacrifices, even free-will sacrifices wherever they wanted?
What is forbidden in 12:31?
Is it possible for a false prophet to perform a miraculous sign?
Does a powerful sign mean that we should believe in the one who performed it?
Why would God allow a false prophet to perform a sign (see 13:5)?
Which relatives are listed in the command forbidding idolatry?
If Israel hears that idolatry is being practiced in one of their towns, what is the first step they are to take?
What must they do if the report is proven to be true?
What is forbidden in 14:1?
Why were the Israelites to take their tithes to a single place chosen by God?
What were the Israelites o do if they were too far away from the place God had chosen?
What did the Israelites do ith their tithe every three years?
When were Hebrews to cancel the debts of their brothers?
Could a man redeem his debt?
What was the time limit of servitude?
What was the master to do when he released the servant?
What was a man to do if he wanted to be a servant for life?
How did the Hebrews dedicate the firstborn of their animals?
Could the Hebrews offer animals with defects?
Could the Hebrews eat animals with defects?
Where were the Israelites to offer their tithes, sacrifices, etc.?
What does having only one place of worship tell us about God?
Could Isarel eat meat whenever and wherever they wanted?
Could they offer their sacrifices, even free-will sacrifices wherever they wanted?
What is forbidden in 12:31?
Is it possible for a false prophet to perform a miraculous sign?
Does a powerful sign mean that we should believe in the one who performed it?
Why would God allow a false prophet to perform a sign (see 13:5)?
Which relatives are listed in the command forbidding idolatry?
If Israel hears that idolatry is being practiced in one of their towns, what is the first step they are to take?
What must they do if the report is proven to be true?
What is forbidden in 14:1?
Why were the Israelites to take their tithes to a single place chosen by God?
What were the Israelites o do if they were too far away from the place God had chosen?
What did the Israelites do ith their tithe every three years?
When were Hebrews to cancel the debts of their brothers?
Could a man redeem his debt?
What was the time limit of servitude?
What was the master to do when he released the servant?
What was a man to do if he wanted to be a servant for life?
How did the Hebrews dedicate the firstborn of their animals?
Could the Hebrews offer animals with defects?
Could the Hebrews eat animals with defects?
Answers to March 14 Questions
What warning did Moses give Israel in chapter 9? Not to become arrogant andthink that God has blessed them because of their righteousness and deserve those blessings
Why is the Lord driving out the Canaanites? Because of their wickedness
What in Israel’s history did Moses tell Israel to remember and never forget? How they rebelled against God and provoked Him to anger
What important even did Moses talk about in chapter 9? Making and worshiping the golden calf
Moses interceded for all Israelites, but especially for whom? Aaron
What other rebellions did Moses list in chapter 9? The rebellions at Taberah (Numbers 11:1-3), Massah (Exodus 17), Kibroth Hattaavah (Numbers 11:4-), and at Kadesh Barnea (Numbers 13-14)
If the Lord had annihilated the Israelites in the wilderness, what would the Egyptians have thought about God? They would have questioned the Lord’s ability and willingness to bring Israel to Canaan and therefore killed them in the wilderness
Who made the Ark of the Covenant? 10:5 Moses did
Which verses in chapter 10 are a summary of their responsibilities to God? Verses 12 and 13
How did God describe God in chapter 10? “…God of gods and Lord of lords, the great God, mighty and awesome, who shows no partiality nor takes a bribe. He administers justice for the fatherless and the widow, and loves the stranger, giving him food and clothing.” One who has done awesome things for Israel.
What events did Israel see, which their children did not see? All the great deeds from the plagues in Egypt, the crossing of the Red Sea, all the miracles in the wilderness through the punishment of Korah
How did Moses describe the land of Canaan? Land flowing with milk and honey, not like Egypt; a land of hills and valleys that drinks the rain from heaven; the object of God’s care all year ‘round
On which mountains were Israel to declare the blessing and curse? Mount Gerazim (the blessings) and Mount Ebal (the curse)
Why is the Lord driving out the Canaanites? Because of their wickedness
What in Israel’s history did Moses tell Israel to remember and never forget? How they rebelled against God and provoked Him to anger
What important even did Moses talk about in chapter 9? Making and worshiping the golden calf
Moses interceded for all Israelites, but especially for whom? Aaron
What other rebellions did Moses list in chapter 9? The rebellions at Taberah (Numbers 11:1-3), Massah (Exodus 17), Kibroth Hattaavah (Numbers 11:4-), and at Kadesh Barnea (Numbers 13-14)
If the Lord had annihilated the Israelites in the wilderness, what would the Egyptians have thought about God? They would have questioned the Lord’s ability and willingness to bring Israel to Canaan and therefore killed them in the wilderness
Who made the Ark of the Covenant? 10:5 Moses did
Which verses in chapter 10 are a summary of their responsibilities to God? Verses 12 and 13
How did God describe God in chapter 10? “…God of gods and Lord of lords, the great God, mighty and awesome, who shows no partiality nor takes a bribe. He administers justice for the fatherless and the widow, and loves the stranger, giving him food and clothing.” One who has done awesome things for Israel.
What events did Israel see, which their children did not see? All the great deeds from the plagues in Egypt, the crossing of the Red Sea, all the miracles in the wilderness through the punishment of Korah
How did Moses describe the land of Canaan? Land flowing with milk and honey, not like Egypt; a land of hills and valleys that drinks the rain from heaven; the object of God’s care all year ‘round
On which mountains were Israel to declare the blessing and curse? Mount Gerazim (the blessings) and Mount Ebal (the curse)
Friday, March 13, 2009
March 14: Deuteronomy 9-11 The Essence of the Law, Part 2
Whhat warning did Moses give Israel in chapter 9?
Why is the Lord driving out the Canaanites?
What in Israel’s history did Moses tell Israel to remember and never forget?
What important even did Moses talk about in chapter 9?
Moses interceded for all Israelites, but especially for whom?
What other rebellions did Moses list in chapter 9?
If the Lord had annihilated the Israelites in the wilderness, what would the Egyptians have thought about God?
Who made the ark of the covenant?
Which verses in chapter 10 are a summary of their responsibilities to God?
How did God describe God in chapter 10?
What events did Israel see, which their children did not see?
How did Moses describe the land of Canaan?
On which mountains were Israel to declare the blessings and cursings?
Why is the Lord driving out the Canaanites?
What in Israel’s history did Moses tell Israel to remember and never forget?
What important even did Moses talk about in chapter 9?
Moses interceded for all Israelites, but especially for whom?
What other rebellions did Moses list in chapter 9?
If the Lord had annihilated the Israelites in the wilderness, what would the Egyptians have thought about God?
Who made the ark of the covenant?
Which verses in chapter 10 are a summary of their responsibilities to God?
How did God describe God in chapter 10?
What events did Israel see, which their children did not see?
How did Moses describe the land of Canaan?
On which mountains were Israel to declare the blessings and cursings?
Answers to March 13 Questions
What blessings would Israel receive if they keep God’s commands? They would enjoy long life; also, they would increase greatly in the new land
What command is in 6:5? You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, soul, and strength
How is Israel to show love for God (see the rest of chapter 6)? By diligently obeying God’s commands, by diligently teaching their children at every opportunity; by not forgetting God when He has blessed them with abundance; by fearing God and having no other gods; by not doubting or testing God
What did Israel have to do to the nations in Canaan? Destroy them completely, including all remants of their idolatry; make no compromises with them such as intermarriage
Why? Because Israel is to be a holy people for God
Did Israel deserve the land which God was giving them? no
Then why did God give it to them? Because of His promise to Abraham and His love for Israel
According to chapter 7, how would the Lord bless Israel’s obedience? He would keep His covenant of love with them; He would cause them to multiply, along with their flocks, herds, crops; they all would have the ability to reproduce; they would be free of the diseases that afflicted Egypt; their enemies would be afflicted with those diseases
Of what did Moses remind the Israelites so they would not be afraid to fight in Canaan? God’s great power and signs through the ten plagues on Egypt
According to 8:3-5, why did God test Israel? To humble them; to teach them not to live by bread alone but by God’s word; to discipline them
What warning did Moses give Israel in chapter 8? They would be destroyed if they forget God and serve other gods
What command is in 6:5? You shall love the Lord your God with all your heart, soul, and strength
How is Israel to show love for God (see the rest of chapter 6)? By diligently obeying God’s commands, by diligently teaching their children at every opportunity; by not forgetting God when He has blessed them with abundance; by fearing God and having no other gods; by not doubting or testing God
What did Israel have to do to the nations in Canaan? Destroy them completely, including all remants of their idolatry; make no compromises with them such as intermarriage
Why? Because Israel is to be a holy people for God
Did Israel deserve the land which God was giving them? no
Then why did God give it to them? Because of His promise to Abraham and His love for Israel
According to chapter 7, how would the Lord bless Israel’s obedience? He would keep His covenant of love with them; He would cause them to multiply, along with their flocks, herds, crops; they all would have the ability to reproduce; they would be free of the diseases that afflicted Egypt; their enemies would be afflicted with those diseases
Of what did Moses remind the Israelites so they would not be afraid to fight in Canaan? God’s great power and signs through the ten plagues on Egypt
According to 8:3-5, why did God test Israel? To humble them; to teach them not to live by bread alone but by God’s word; to discipline them
What warning did Moses give Israel in chapter 8? They would be destroyed if they forget God and serve other gods
March 13: Deuteronomy 6-8 The Essence of the Law, Part 1
What blessings would Israel receive if they keep God’s commands?
What command is in 6:5?
How is Israel to show love for God (see the rest of chapter 6)?
What did Israel have to do to the nations in Canaan?
Why?
Did Israel deserve the land which God was giving them?
Then why did God give it to them?
According to chapter 7, how would the Lord bless Israel’s disobedience?
Of what did Moses remind the Israelites so they would not be afraid to fight in Canaan?
According to 8:3-5, why did God test Israel?
What warning did Moses give Israel in chapter 8?
What command is in 6:5?
How is Israel to show love for God (see the rest of chapter 6)?
What did Israel have to do to the nations in Canaan?
Why?
Did Israel deserve the land which God was giving them?
Then why did God give it to them?
According to chapter 7, how would the Lord bless Israel’s disobedience?
Of what did Moses remind the Israelites so they would not be afraid to fight in Canaan?
According to 8:3-5, why did God test Israel?
What warning did Moses give Israel in chapter 8?
Answers to March 12 Questions
What event is Moses talking about in 4:3-4? God’s punishment of the fornication that the Israelites committed with the Midianite women.
What reaction from the other nations did God desire as a result of Israel’s obedience? For them to say that Israel is truly a wise and understanding people
What sin did Moses forbid? idolatry
How did Moses compare God with the Egyptian gods? They are man-made; God is Creator of all things
What great thing in history is Moses asking about in 4:32? God spoke to the people directly from Heaven
Why did God speak directly from Mount Sinai? To prove that the Lord is the only true God
Where were the three cities of refuge east of the Jordan? Bezer, Ramoth Gilead, and Golan
Where was Moses when he spoke these words of God to Israel? In the wilderness east of the Jordan (in Moab)
With whom did God make a covenant? With the generation that came out of Egypt
Moses emphasized that God did not make a covenant with whom? Not with their fathers
What words did God speak from Mount Sinai? The Ten Commandments
What was Israel’s reaction when God spoke directly from Mount Sinai? They were afraid and promised to do whatever God said; they asked Moses to receive God’s law for them
What did God tell Moses when Israel was afraid and promised to do whatever God said? "I have heard what this people said to you. Everything they said was good. Oh, that their hearts would be inclined to fear me and keep all my commands always, so that it might go well with them and their children forever!”
What attitude towards the commandments of God is necessary in order to be blessed? Be careful to follow His word exactly; be careful not to change it; do all of what He says.
What reaction from the other nations did God desire as a result of Israel’s obedience? For them to say that Israel is truly a wise and understanding people
What sin did Moses forbid? idolatry
How did Moses compare God with the Egyptian gods? They are man-made; God is Creator of all things
What great thing in history is Moses asking about in 4:32? God spoke to the people directly from Heaven
Why did God speak directly from Mount Sinai? To prove that the Lord is the only true God
Where were the three cities of refuge east of the Jordan? Bezer, Ramoth Gilead, and Golan
Where was Moses when he spoke these words of God to Israel? In the wilderness east of the Jordan (in Moab)
With whom did God make a covenant? With the generation that came out of Egypt
Moses emphasized that God did not make a covenant with whom? Not with their fathers
What words did God speak from Mount Sinai? The Ten Commandments
What was Israel’s reaction when God spoke directly from Mount Sinai? They were afraid and promised to do whatever God said; they asked Moses to receive God’s law for them
What did God tell Moses when Israel was afraid and promised to do whatever God said? "I have heard what this people said to you. Everything they said was good. Oh, that their hearts would be inclined to fear me and keep all my commands always, so that it might go well with them and their children forever!”
What attitude towards the commandments of God is necessary in order to be blessed? Be careful to follow His word exactly; be careful not to change it; do all of what He says.
Thursday, March 12, 2009
March 12: Deuteronomy 4-5 The Giving of the Law
What event is Moses talking about in 4:3-4?
What reaction from the other nations did God desire as a result of Israel’s obedience?
What sin did Moses forbid?
How did Moses compae God with the Egyptian gods?
What great thing in history is Moses asking about in 4:32?
Why did God speak directly from Mount Sinai?
Where were the three cities of refuge east of the Jordan?
Where was Moses when he spoke these words of God to Israel?
With whom did God make a covenant?
Moses emphasized that God did not make a covenant with whom?
What words did God speak from Mount Sinai?
What was Israel’s reaction when God spoke directly from Mount Sinai?
What did God tell Moses when Israel was afraid and promised to do whatever God said?
What attitude towards the commandments of God is necessary in order to be blessed?
What reaction from the other nations did God desire as a result of Israel’s obedience?
What sin did Moses forbid?
How did Moses compae God with the Egyptian gods?
What great thing in history is Moses asking about in 4:32?
Why did God speak directly from Mount Sinai?
Where were the three cities of refuge east of the Jordan?
Where was Moses when he spoke these words of God to Israel?
With whom did God make a covenant?
Moses emphasized that God did not make a covenant with whom?
What words did God speak from Mount Sinai?
What was Israel’s reaction when God spoke directly from Mount Sinai?
What did God tell Moses when Israel was afraid and promised to do whatever God said?
What attitude towards the commandments of God is necessary in order to be blessed?
Answers to March 11 Questions
How long does it take to get from Horeb to Kadesh Barnea? 11 days
At what point does Moses begin his discussion of Israel’s history? When they left Mount Sinai
What did the Israelites say against God in reaction to the spies’ report of the land? „Because the Lord hates us, He has brought us out of Egypt to be destroyed by the Amorites.”
Besides Joshua and Caleb, who else tried to persuade Israel to put their faith in God and go into the promised land? Moses
What did he say? “Do not be terrified, or afraid of them. The LORD your God, who goes before you, He will fight for you, according to all He did for you in Egypt before your eyes, and in the wilderness where you saw how the LORD your God carried you, as a man carries his son, in all the way that you went until you came to this place.”
Of which three countries did God refuse to give of their land to Israel? Moab, Ammon, and Edom
Why? They were related to Israel. Edom was given the land around Seir as their place (Edom was the nation that arose from Esau). Moab and Ammon were Lot’s children, so those nations were not to be destroyed nor their land taken by Israel, either.
Besides his name, what was unusual about the king of Bashan? He was big; he had an iron bed (13 feet long and 6 feet wide)
Why did Moses plead with the Lord? To let him enter the Promised Land
Where did Moses go to see all the promised land? To the top of Pisgah
At what point does Moses begin his discussion of Israel’s history? When they left Mount Sinai
What did the Israelites say against God in reaction to the spies’ report of the land? „Because the Lord hates us, He has brought us out of Egypt to be destroyed by the Amorites.”
Besides Joshua and Caleb, who else tried to persuade Israel to put their faith in God and go into the promised land? Moses
What did he say? “Do not be terrified, or afraid of them. The LORD your God, who goes before you, He will fight for you, according to all He did for you in Egypt before your eyes, and in the wilderness where you saw how the LORD your God carried you, as a man carries his son, in all the way that you went until you came to this place.”
Of which three countries did God refuse to give of their land to Israel? Moab, Ammon, and Edom
Why? They were related to Israel. Edom was given the land around Seir as their place (Edom was the nation that arose from Esau). Moab and Ammon were Lot’s children, so those nations were not to be destroyed nor their land taken by Israel, either.
Besides his name, what was unusual about the king of Bashan? He was big; he had an iron bed (13 feet long and 6 feet wide)
Why did Moses plead with the Lord? To let him enter the Promised Land
Where did Moses go to see all the promised land? To the top of Pisgah
Tuesday, March 10, 2009
Answers to March 10 Questions
What was to be the southern border for Israel? From the Salt sea (Dead Sea) south to ascent of Akribbim (Scorpion Pass); on through Wilderness of Zin to a point south of Kadesh Barnea west to Hazar Addar to Azmon to the Brook of Egypt (Wadi el Areesh) to the Great Sea (Mediterranean Sea)
What was the western border? The Mediterranean Sea
What was the northern border? From the Great Sea to Mount Hor to Lebo Hamath to Zedad, to Ziphron to Hazar Enan
What was the eastern border? From Hazar Enan to Shepham to Ridlah east of Ain down to the east shore of Sea of Chinnereth (Harp Sea, also known as Sea of Galilee) down the Jordan River to the Dead Sea
Who were involved in the apportioning of the land to the various tribes? Joshua, Eleazar, and one leader from each of the tribes still needing their inheritance
How many cities were given to the Levites as a possession? 48
What was special about six of those cities? They were designated as cities of refuge
For what reason would a man seek shelter and safety in one of those cities? Accidental death of someone
What were those six cities? Sorry, the answer is found in Josgua 20: Kedesh, Shechem, Hebron, Bezer, Ramoth Gilead, and Golan
When could a man be free to leave one of those cities? When the high priest died
What was necessary before someone could be put to death? A trial to determine if it was murder or not
What does the shedding of innocent blood do to the land? It pollutes it
How could that problem be remedied? Only by the shedding of the blood of the one who shed innocent blood
How did Zelophedad’s daughters assure that their father would have an inheritance among the territory of Manasseh in Canaan? They married within their cousins
What was the western border? The Mediterranean Sea
What was the northern border? From the Great Sea to Mount Hor to Lebo Hamath to Zedad, to Ziphron to Hazar Enan
What was the eastern border? From Hazar Enan to Shepham to Ridlah east of Ain down to the east shore of Sea of Chinnereth (Harp Sea, also known as Sea of Galilee) down the Jordan River to the Dead Sea
Who were involved in the apportioning of the land to the various tribes? Joshua, Eleazar, and one leader from each of the tribes still needing their inheritance
How many cities were given to the Levites as a possession? 48
What was special about six of those cities? They were designated as cities of refuge
For what reason would a man seek shelter and safety in one of those cities? Accidental death of someone
What were those six cities? Sorry, the answer is found in Josgua 20: Kedesh, Shechem, Hebron, Bezer, Ramoth Gilead, and Golan
When could a man be free to leave one of those cities? When the high priest died
What was necessary before someone could be put to death? A trial to determine if it was murder or not
What does the shedding of innocent blood do to the land? It pollutes it
How could that problem be remedied? Only by the shedding of the blood of the one who shed innocent blood
How did Zelophedad’s daughters assure that their father would have an inheritance among the territory of Manasseh in Canaan? They married within their cousins
March 10: Numbers 34-36 Preparations for Settling the Promised Land
What was to be the southern border for Israel?
What was the western border?
What was the northern border?
What was the eastern border?
Who were involved the apportioning of the land to the various tribes?
How many cities were given to the Levites as a possession?
What was special about six of those cities?
For what reason would a man seek shelter and safety in one of those cities?
What were those six cities?
When could a man be free to leave one of those cities?
What was necessary before someone could be put to death?
What does the shedding of innocent blood do to the land?
How could that problem be remedied?
How did Zelophedad’s daughters assure that their father would have an inhheritance among the territory of Manasseh in Canaan?
What was the western border?
What was the northern border?
What was the eastern border?
Who were involved the apportioning of the land to the various tribes?
How many cities were given to the Levites as a possession?
What was special about six of those cities?
For what reason would a man seek shelter and safety in one of those cities?
What were those six cities?
When could a man be free to leave one of those cities?
What was necessary before someone could be put to death?
What does the shedding of innocent blood do to the land?
How could that problem be remedied?
How did Zelophedad’s daughters assure that their father would have an inhheritance among the territory of Manasseh in Canaan?
Answers to March 9 Questions
Why did Israel fight against the Midianites? A vengeance for causing Israel to sin at Baal-Peor
Who were killed? All males
Can you name one who was killed that was not a Midianite? Balaam
Who were taken captive? The women
Why was Moses angry with the captains of the army? They spared the women that were the stumblingblock for Israel
The plunder was divided into two parts. Who got each half? Half for the fighting men; half for the rest of the nation
What portion did the Levites get? two percent of the people’s part; two-tenths percent of the army’s part
Why did the officers of the army make a special gift to the Lord? Because they did not lose a single man in the battle
Which tribes wanted to settle east of the Jordan instead of in Canaan? Reuben, Gad, half of Manasseh
What was Moses’ initial reaction? He thought they were like the people who refused to enter when the spies brought back an evil report and caused 40 years’ wandering in the wilderness; Moses was concerned that their attitudes would have the same effect
What did the men promise Moses they would do? They would not settle their lands until they helped the rest of the tribes conquer the Canaanites to take their part of the land
Who took the land of Gilead? Machir of Manasseh
What is chapter 33 about? A summary of Israel’s journeys from Egypt to the Jordan River
Who were killed? All males
Can you name one who was killed that was not a Midianite? Balaam
Who were taken captive? The women
Why was Moses angry with the captains of the army? They spared the women that were the stumblingblock for Israel
The plunder was divided into two parts. Who got each half? Half for the fighting men; half for the rest of the nation
What portion did the Levites get? two percent of the people’s part; two-tenths percent of the army’s part
Why did the officers of the army make a special gift to the Lord? Because they did not lose a single man in the battle
Which tribes wanted to settle east of the Jordan instead of in Canaan? Reuben, Gad, half of Manasseh
What was Moses’ initial reaction? He thought they were like the people who refused to enter when the spies brought back an evil report and caused 40 years’ wandering in the wilderness; Moses was concerned that their attitudes would have the same effect
What did the men promise Moses they would do? They would not settle their lands until they helped the rest of the tribes conquer the Canaanites to take their part of the land
Who took the land of Gilead? Machir of Manasseh
What is chapter 33 about? A summary of Israel’s journeys from Egypt to the Jordan River
Monday, March 9, 2009
March 9: Numbers 31-33 Finishing the Task in the Trans-Jordan
Why did Israel fight against the Midianites?
Who were killed?
Can you name one who was killed that was not a Midianite?
Who were taken captive?
Why was Moses angry with the captains of the army?
The plunder was divided into two parts? Who got each half?
What portion did the Levites get?
Why did the officers of the army make a special gift to the Lord?
Which tribes wanted to settle east of the Jordan instead of in Canaan?
What was Moses’ initial reaction?
What did the men promise Moses they would do?
Who took the land of Gilead?
What is chapter 33 about?
Who were killed?
Can you name one who was killed that was not a Midianite?
Who were taken captive?
Why was Moses angry with the captains of the army?
The plunder was divided into two parts? Who got each half?
What portion did the Levites get?
Why did the officers of the army make a special gift to the Lord?
Which tribes wanted to settle east of the Jordan instead of in Canaan?
What was Moses’ initial reaction?
What did the men promise Moses they would do?
Who took the land of Gilead?
What is chapter 33 about?
Answers to March 8 Questions
What is the theme of chapters 28 through 30? The sacrifices and offerings: those to be made by Israel daily (28:3-8) and then the extras for each holy day (28-29) and payment of vows (30)
List all the special holidays in chapters 28 and 29. Weekly Sabbath, the monthly New Moon, annual Passover, Feast of Weeks, Feast of Trumpets, Day of Atonement, Feast of Tabernacles
How many animals are offered during the Feast of Tabernacles? Day 1: 32 animals (13 bulls, 2 rams, 14 lambs, 1 goat, and don’t forget the 2 lambs for the regular daily burnt offering); Day 2: 31 animals; Day 3: 30 animals; Day 4: 29 animals; Day 5: 28 animals; Day 6: 27 animals; Day 7: 26 animals; Day 8: only 12 animals are sacrificed for a total of 215
If a man makes a vow to God, can he change his mind? no
If a woman makes a vow, who can overrule it? Her husband (her father if she is unmarried living at home)
When? As soon as the he hears of it he can overrule it
What if it was overruled at a later time? Then the guilt of not keeping the vow falls on him
List all the special holidays in chapters 28 and 29. Weekly Sabbath, the monthly New Moon, annual Passover, Feast of Weeks, Feast of Trumpets, Day of Atonement, Feast of Tabernacles
How many animals are offered during the Feast of Tabernacles? Day 1: 32 animals (13 bulls, 2 rams, 14 lambs, 1 goat, and don’t forget the 2 lambs for the regular daily burnt offering); Day 2: 31 animals; Day 3: 30 animals; Day 4: 29 animals; Day 5: 28 animals; Day 6: 27 animals; Day 7: 26 animals; Day 8: only 12 animals are sacrificed for a total of 215
If a man makes a vow to God, can he change his mind? no
If a woman makes a vow, who can overrule it? Her husband (her father if she is unmarried living at home)
When? As soon as the he hears of it he can overrule it
What if it was overruled at a later time? Then the guilt of not keeping the vow falls on him
Sunday, March 8, 2009
March 8: Numbers 28-30 Offerings and Gifts
What is the theme of chapters 28 through 30?
List all the special holidays in chapters 28 and 29.
How many animals are offered during the Feast of Tabernacles?
If a man makes a vow to God, can he change his mind?
If a woman makes a vow, who can overrule it?
When?
What if it was overruled at a later time?
List all the special holidays in chapters 28 and 29.
How many animals are offered during the Feast of Tabernacles?
If a man makes a vow to God, can he change his mind?
If a woman makes a vow, who can overrule it?
When?
What if it was overruled at a later time?
Answers to March 7 Questions
What sin did Israel commit in chapter 25? Fornication with the Midianite women
How was God’s punishment stopped? The righteous punished the guilty
Who had to be killed because of this sin? Every one who committed fornication
Who showed a special zeal for God in stopping this sin? Phinehas the grandson of Aaron
What did Israel do in chapter 26? They counted the number of fighting men again
Does this have anything to do with chapter 25? Yes, the Israelites would fight against the Midianites who caused Israel to stumble at Baal of Peor
Does this have anything to do with chapter 27? Yes, because the family clans (the classifications of the census) would be receiving the inheritance in a few months
What was a special rule for families that had no sons to inherit their family land? The daughters had to marry within their own tribe in order to keep their father’s inheritance from being lost to sons-in-law of other tribes
Who was to replace Moses as leader when Moses dies? Joshua
How was God’s punishment stopped? The righteous punished the guilty
Who had to be killed because of this sin? Every one who committed fornication
Who showed a special zeal for God in stopping this sin? Phinehas the grandson of Aaron
What did Israel do in chapter 26? They counted the number of fighting men again
Does this have anything to do with chapter 25? Yes, the Israelites would fight against the Midianites who caused Israel to stumble at Baal of Peor
Does this have anything to do with chapter 27? Yes, because the family clans (the classifications of the census) would be receiving the inheritance in a few months
What was a special rule for families that had no sons to inherit their family land? The daughters had to marry within their own tribe in order to keep their father’s inheritance from being lost to sons-in-law of other tribes
Who was to replace Moses as leader when Moses dies? Joshua
Saturday, March 7, 2009
March 7: Numbers 25-27 Numbering the People Again
What sin did Israel commit in chapter 25?
How was God’s punishment stopped?
Who had to be killed because of this sin?
Who showed a special zeal for God in stopping this sin?
What did Israel do in chapter 26?
Does this have anything to do with chapter 25?
Does this have anything to do with chapter 27?
What was a special rule for families that had no sons to inherit their family land?
Who was to replace Moses as leader when Moses dies?
How was God’s punishment stopped?
Who had to be killed because of this sin?
Who showed a special zeal for God in stopping this sin?
What did Israel do in chapter 26?
Does this have anything to do with chapter 25?
Does this have anything to do with chapter 27?
What was a special rule for families that had no sons to inherit their family land?
Who was to replace Moses as leader when Moses dies?
Answers to March 6 Questions
Who was king of Moab? Balak
Whom did he hire to curse Israel? Balaam
What did he offer to pay? The usual diviner’s fee
What was Balaam’s answer? Stay the night, and he would tell them God’s answer
What did God tell Balaam? Do not go with them to curse them because Israel is blessed
What did the Moabites and Midianites do then? They sent more important dignitaries and promised to greatly honor (reward) Balaam
What was Balaam’s response this time? Even if Balak was to give his entire house full of silver and gold, he could not go beyond the word of the Lord.
That should have ended the discussion, but Balaam went on to say that he would ask God and see what God would say. It is evident that Balaam was not satisfied with God’s answer though he gave lip service to respecting God’s word. God had already expressed His will to Balaam concerning Israel that they are blessed and not to be cursed
What did God tell Balaam to do? If the men want him to go with them, then go ahead and go with them, but he would only be able to speak the words that God gives him
This does not mean that God changed His mind. It means that He uses Balaam’s obstinacy to bless Israel as the next two chapters explain
Who blocked Balaam’s way to fulfill his task? The Angel of the Lord
With whom did Balaam become upset three times? His donkey
What did she have to say about Balaam’s treatment of her? He should consider that fact that her behavior was not normal and change his behavior
How many altars and sacrifices did the Moabites have to offer? Seven altars and seven bulls and seven rams
What did Balaam say about cursing Israel when he “prophesied” about Israel? How can I curse those that God has not cursed
What was Balak’s reaction? He was angry that Balaam blessed them instead of curse them
What did they try next? Go to a different place overlooking the camp of the Israelites to offer sacrifices and curse Israel
What did Balaam say about God’s character in the second oracle? God doesn’t change His mind; sorcery can’t work against him (which is what Balaam was attempting)
What did Balak tell Balaam to do after the second oracle? Just to shut up and not say anything
What did they try next? Balak persists on trying the same thing somewhere else as though it might work; he obviously paid no attention to the first two oracles
What was different about this prophecy? He didn’t use sorcery but just looked to the wilderness; the Spirit came upon him
What is the significance of the last line of the third oracle? Balak is cursed because he was wanting Israel cursed
What did Balak tell Balaam after the third oracle? He reminded him that he could not say anything different than what God gave him, and he was going back home
What was the fourth oracle about? What would happen to their nations in the future, especially Israel over Moab
What would happen? Israel would have a king that would subdue Moab. The ultimate fulfillment is in Christ over the nations through His spiritual kingdom the church and His spiritual law the gospel.
Whom did he hire to curse Israel? Balaam
What did he offer to pay? The usual diviner’s fee
What was Balaam’s answer? Stay the night, and he would tell them God’s answer
What did God tell Balaam? Do not go with them to curse them because Israel is blessed
What did the Moabites and Midianites do then? They sent more important dignitaries and promised to greatly honor (reward) Balaam
What was Balaam’s response this time? Even if Balak was to give his entire house full of silver and gold, he could not go beyond the word of the Lord.
That should have ended the discussion, but Balaam went on to say that he would ask God and see what God would say. It is evident that Balaam was not satisfied with God’s answer though he gave lip service to respecting God’s word. God had already expressed His will to Balaam concerning Israel that they are blessed and not to be cursed
What did God tell Balaam to do? If the men want him to go with them, then go ahead and go with them, but he would only be able to speak the words that God gives him
This does not mean that God changed His mind. It means that He uses Balaam’s obstinacy to bless Israel as the next two chapters explain
Who blocked Balaam’s way to fulfill his task? The Angel of the Lord
With whom did Balaam become upset three times? His donkey
What did she have to say about Balaam’s treatment of her? He should consider that fact that her behavior was not normal and change his behavior
How many altars and sacrifices did the Moabites have to offer? Seven altars and seven bulls and seven rams
What did Balaam say about cursing Israel when he “prophesied” about Israel? How can I curse those that God has not cursed
What was Balak’s reaction? He was angry that Balaam blessed them instead of curse them
What did they try next? Go to a different place overlooking the camp of the Israelites to offer sacrifices and curse Israel
What did Balaam say about God’s character in the second oracle? God doesn’t change His mind; sorcery can’t work against him (which is what Balaam was attempting)
What did Balak tell Balaam to do after the second oracle? Just to shut up and not say anything
What did they try next? Balak persists on trying the same thing somewhere else as though it might work; he obviously paid no attention to the first two oracles
What was different about this prophecy? He didn’t use sorcery but just looked to the wilderness; the Spirit came upon him
What is the significance of the last line of the third oracle? Balak is cursed because he was wanting Israel cursed
What did Balak tell Balaam after the third oracle? He reminded him that he could not say anything different than what God gave him, and he was going back home
What was the fourth oracle about? What would happen to their nations in the future, especially Israel over Moab
What would happen? Israel would have a king that would subdue Moab. The ultimate fulfillment is in Christ over the nations through His spiritual kingdom the church and His spiritual law the gospel.
Thursday, March 5, 2009
March 6: Numbers 22-24 The Oracles of Balaam
Who was king of Moab?
Whom did he hire to curse Israel?
What did he offer to pay?
What was Balaam’s answer?
What did God tell Balaam?
What did the Moabites and Midianites do then?
What was Balaam’s response this time?
What did God tell Balaam to do?
Who blocked Balaam’s way to fulfill his task?
With whom did Balaam become upset three times?
What did she have to say about Balaam’s treatment of her?
How many altars and sacrifices did the Moabites have to offer?
What did Balaam say about cursing Israel when he “prophesied” about Israel?
What was Balak’s reaction?
What did they try next?
What did Balaam say about God’s character in the second oracle?
What did Balak tell Balaam to do after the second oracle?
What did they try next?
What was different about this prophecy?
What is the significance of the last line of the third oracle?
What did Balak tell Balaam after the third oracle?
What was the fourth oracle about?
What would happen?
Whom did he hire to curse Israel?
What did he offer to pay?
What was Balaam’s answer?
What did God tell Balaam?
What did the Moabites and Midianites do then?
What was Balaam’s response this time?
What did God tell Balaam to do?
Who blocked Balaam’s way to fulfill his task?
With whom did Balaam become upset three times?
What did she have to say about Balaam’s treatment of her?
How many altars and sacrifices did the Moabites have to offer?
What did Balaam say about cursing Israel when he “prophesied” about Israel?
What was Balak’s reaction?
What did they try next?
What did Balaam say about God’s character in the second oracle?
What did Balak tell Balaam to do after the second oracle?
What did they try next?
What was different about this prophecy?
What is the significance of the last line of the third oracle?
What did Balak tell Balaam after the third oracle?
What was the fourth oracle about?
What would happen?
Answers to March 5 Questions
Who died at Kadesh in the Wilderness of Zin? Miriam, the sister of Moses and Aaron
Why did the people complain? They had no water to drink
What did God tell Moses to do? Take his rod and speak to the rock for water to come from it
What did Moses do? He struck the rock twice
Did it work? Water did come out, but Moses disobeyed God
What were the consequences of Moses and Aaron’s disobedience? They were not allowed to go into the land of promise
Whom did Israel ask for permission to pass through their land? Edom
What did they promise? Not to use any of their resources or get off the highway
Were they allowed to go in? no
What did Israel do then? They turned south to go around Edom
Who died at Mount Hor? Aaron
Who took his place? His son Eleazar
What did Israel vow at Hormah? They would utterly destroy the cities of Arad if God would give them the victory
Why did the people complain when they went around Edom? They became impatient when they turned directions to go around Edom
How did God punish their complaining? He sent poisonous snakes to bite them
What remedy was Moses told to make? A brass serpent on a pole
What did a snakebite victim have to do to be saved? Look at the brass serpent
What river served as a border for the Amorites (and the Israelites camped by it)? The Arnon
What permission did Israel ask of Sihon and the Amorites? To pass through their land, and they promised not to get off the highway or use their resources
What was their response? They met Israel with an army to forbid entrance
So what did Israel do? Defeated his army
What other Amorite king was defeated (in Bashan)? Og
Why did the people complain? They had no water to drink
What did God tell Moses to do? Take his rod and speak to the rock for water to come from it
What did Moses do? He struck the rock twice
Did it work? Water did come out, but Moses disobeyed God
What were the consequences of Moses and Aaron’s disobedience? They were not allowed to go into the land of promise
Whom did Israel ask for permission to pass through their land? Edom
What did they promise? Not to use any of their resources or get off the highway
Were they allowed to go in? no
What did Israel do then? They turned south to go around Edom
Who died at Mount Hor? Aaron
Who took his place? His son Eleazar
What did Israel vow at Hormah? They would utterly destroy the cities of Arad if God would give them the victory
Why did the people complain when they went around Edom? They became impatient when they turned directions to go around Edom
How did God punish their complaining? He sent poisonous snakes to bite them
What remedy was Moses told to make? A brass serpent on a pole
What did a snakebite victim have to do to be saved? Look at the brass serpent
What river served as a border for the Amorites (and the Israelites camped by it)? The Arnon
What permission did Israel ask of Sihon and the Amorites? To pass through their land, and they promised not to get off the highway or use their resources
What was their response? They met Israel with an army to forbid entrance
So what did Israel do? Defeated his army
What other Amorite king was defeated (in Bashan)? Og
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
March 5: Numbers 20-21 Sin in the Last Year
Who died at Kadesh in the Wilderness of Zin?
Why did the people complain?
What did God tell Moses to do?
What did Moses do?
Did it work?
What were the consequences of Moses and Aaron’s disobedience?
Whom did Israel ask for permission to pass through their land?
What did they promise?
Were they allowed to go in?
What did Israel do then?
Who died at Mount Hor?
Who took his place?
What did Israel vow at Hormah?
Why did the people complain when they went around Edom?
How did God punish their complaining?
What remedy was Moses told to make?
What did a snakebite victim have to do to be saved?
What river served as a border for the Amorites (and the Israelites camped by it)?
What permission did Israel ask of Sihon and the Amorites?
What was their response?
So what did Israel do?
What other Amorite king was defeated (in Bashan)?
Why did the people complain?
What did God tell Moses to do?
What did Moses do?
Did it work?
What were the consequences of Moses and Aaron’s disobedience?
Whom did Israel ask for permission to pass through their land?
What did they promise?
Were they allowed to go in?
What did Israel do then?
Who died at Mount Hor?
Who took his place?
What did Israel vow at Hormah?
Why did the people complain when they went around Edom?
How did God punish their complaining?
What remedy was Moses told to make?
What did a snakebite victim have to do to be saved?
What river served as a border for the Amorites (and the Israelites camped by it)?
What permission did Israel ask of Sihon and the Amorites?
What was their response?
So what did Israel do?
What other Amorite king was defeated (in Bashan)?
Answers to March 4 Questions
What is the main lesson of 18:1-7? It is a continuation from chapters 16 and 17, to emphasize that only Aaron’s family will serve as priests, and everyone else who approaches the holy things will die
What did the people give as support (payment) for the priests? All the heave offerings, grain offerings, sin offerings, and trespass offerings; the heave offering and all wave offerings of Israel; all the firstfruits of Israel, best new wine, grain, and oil; every devoted thing (vow); all firstborn livestock (except sheep, goat, or cow, which must be offered and the priests still get their normal portion of them)
What did the people give as payment for the Levites? One-tenth of everything
What was done with the tithe by the Levites? It was given to the priests
What source of uncleanness is discussed in chapter 19? Touching the dead
How many days were people unclean because of this? seven
Which days were they to wash? The third and seventh days
What did they have to offer to be purified? A red heifer that never was yoked and without defect
What did the people give as support (payment) for the priests? All the heave offerings, grain offerings, sin offerings, and trespass offerings; the heave offering and all wave offerings of Israel; all the firstfruits of Israel, best new wine, grain, and oil; every devoted thing (vow); all firstborn livestock (except sheep, goat, or cow, which must be offered and the priests still get their normal portion of them)
What did the people give as payment for the Levites? One-tenth of everything
What was done with the tithe by the Levites? It was given to the priests
What source of uncleanness is discussed in chapter 19? Touching the dead
How many days were people unclean because of this? seven
Which days were they to wash? The third and seventh days
What did they have to offer to be purified? A red heifer that never was yoked and without defect
Tuesday, March 3, 2009
March 4: Numbers 18-19 Gifts for the Priests and Levites; Purification Rules
What is the main lesson of 18:1-7?
What did the people give as support (payment) for the priests?
What did the people give as payment for the Levites?
What was done with the tithe by the Levites?
What source of uncleanness is discussed in chapter 19?
How many days were people unclean because of this?
Which days were they to wash?
What did they have to offer to be purified?
What did the people give as support (payment) for the priests?
What did the people give as payment for the Levites?
What was done with the tithe by the Levites?
What source of uncleanness is discussed in chapter 19?
How many days were people unclean because of this?
Which days were they to wash?
What did they have to offer to be purified?
Answers to March 3 Questions
What is to be brought with any peace or fellowship offering? The appropriate grain offering of fine flour and oil and drink offering of wine
Note the different amounts for offering corresponding to the main peace offering. For a lamb: one-tenth ephah of flour and one-fourth hin of oil and one-fourth hin of wine; for a ram: two-tenths ephah of flour and one-third hin of oil and one-third hin of wine; for a bull: three-tenths ephah of flour and one-half hin of oil and one-half hin of wine
When would a sinner be forgiven of an unintentional sin? When the sacrifice is made
When would a sinner be forgiven of a presumptuous sin? He won’t be forgiven
What happened to the man gathering sticks on the Sabbath? He was put to death by stoning
Why were the people to put tassels on their garments? To remind them to keep God’s commands
Who were the ringleaders of the rebellion against Moses and Aaron in chapter 16? Korah, Dathan, and Abiram
How many men stood with them? 250
What were their criticisms of Moses and Aaron? They took too much authority upon themselves; they took Israel away from a land flowing with milk and honey (Egypt) to be killed in the wilderness; they failed to lead them into the land of promise
What was God’s immediate reaction? For Moses and Aaron to get away from the whole congregation because He was going to consume all of them
What did Moses say to the Lord to save Israel? “O God, the God of the spirits of all flesh, should one man sin, and You be angry with all the congregation?”
What test was done to prove whom God has appointed to lead? The men were to offer incense before the Lord, and the Lord would show whom He approved
What special sign occurred to prove that the leaders against Moses were also against God? The earth opened up and swallowed Korah, Dathan, and Abiram with all their household and possessions
What happened to the 250 men who offered incense to God? Fire went out from the Lord and consumed them
What was done with their censers? They were beaten to make a bronze cover for the bronze altar
Why? To remind everyone who comes near the sanctuary that only the priests have the right to offer incense before the Lord
What did the people say against Moses and Aaron the next day? “You have killed the people of the Lord!”
What was God’s reaction? He wanted to consume the people in a moment; a plague started
How did Aaron stop it? By taking incense and burning it in the midst of the assembly; that stopped the plague from continuing
What miracle did God do to demonstrate that He had chosen Aaron and not those of other tribes to serve as priests? A man from each tribe was to present his staff; the staff that would blossom would be God’s sign of the person He has chosen to be priest and for Israel to stop criticizing the leadership of Moses and Aaron
Note the different amounts for offering corresponding to the main peace offering. For a lamb: one-tenth ephah of flour and one-fourth hin of oil and one-fourth hin of wine; for a ram: two-tenths ephah of flour and one-third hin of oil and one-third hin of wine; for a bull: three-tenths ephah of flour and one-half hin of oil and one-half hin of wine
When would a sinner be forgiven of an unintentional sin? When the sacrifice is made
When would a sinner be forgiven of a presumptuous sin? He won’t be forgiven
What happened to the man gathering sticks on the Sabbath? He was put to death by stoning
Why were the people to put tassels on their garments? To remind them to keep God’s commands
Who were the ringleaders of the rebellion against Moses and Aaron in chapter 16? Korah, Dathan, and Abiram
How many men stood with them? 250
What were their criticisms of Moses and Aaron? They took too much authority upon themselves; they took Israel away from a land flowing with milk and honey (Egypt) to be killed in the wilderness; they failed to lead them into the land of promise
What was God’s immediate reaction? For Moses and Aaron to get away from the whole congregation because He was going to consume all of them
What did Moses say to the Lord to save Israel? “O God, the God of the spirits of all flesh, should one man sin, and You be angry with all the congregation?”
What test was done to prove whom God has appointed to lead? The men were to offer incense before the Lord, and the Lord would show whom He approved
What special sign occurred to prove that the leaders against Moses were also against God? The earth opened up and swallowed Korah, Dathan, and Abiram with all their household and possessions
What happened to the 250 men who offered incense to God? Fire went out from the Lord and consumed them
What was done with their censers? They were beaten to make a bronze cover for the bronze altar
Why? To remind everyone who comes near the sanctuary that only the priests have the right to offer incense before the Lord
What did the people say against Moses and Aaron the next day? “You have killed the people of the Lord!”
What was God’s reaction? He wanted to consume the people in a moment; a plague started
How did Aaron stop it? By taking incense and burning it in the midst of the assembly; that stopped the plague from continuing
What miracle did God do to demonstrate that He had chosen Aaron and not those of other tribes to serve as priests? A man from each tribe was to present his staff; the staff that would blossom would be God’s sign of the person He has chosen to be priest and for Israel to stop criticizing the leadership of Moses and Aaron
Monday, March 2, 2009
March 3: Numbers 15-17 God’s Authority Is Challenged
What is to be brought with any peace or fellowship offering?
Note the different amounts for offering corresponding to the main peace offering?
When would a sinner be forgiven of an unintentional sin?
When would a sinner be forgiven of a presumptuous sin?
What happened to the man gathering sticks on the Sabbath?
Why were the people to put tassels on their garments?
Who were the ringleaders of the rebellion against Moses and Aaron in chapter 16?
How many men stood with them?
What were their criticisms of Moses and Aaron?
What was God’s immediate reaction?
What did Moses say to the Lord to save Israel?
What test was done to prove whom God has appointed to lead?
What special sign occurred to prove that the leaders against Moses were also against God?
What happened to the 250 men who offered incense to God?
What was done with their censers?
Why?
What did the people say against Moses and Aaron the next day?
What was God’s reaction?
How did Aaron stop it?
What miracle did God do to demonstrate that He had chosen Aaron and not those of other tribes to serve as priests?
Note the different amounts for offering corresponding to the main peace offering?
When would a sinner be forgiven of an unintentional sin?
When would a sinner be forgiven of a presumptuous sin?
What happened to the man gathering sticks on the Sabbath?
Why were the people to put tassels on their garments?
Who were the ringleaders of the rebellion against Moses and Aaron in chapter 16?
How many men stood with them?
What were their criticisms of Moses and Aaron?
What was God’s immediate reaction?
What did Moses say to the Lord to save Israel?
What test was done to prove whom God has appointed to lead?
What special sign occurred to prove that the leaders against Moses were also against God?
What happened to the 250 men who offered incense to God?
What was done with their censers?
Why?
What did the people say against Moses and Aaron the next day?
What was God’s reaction?
How did Aaron stop it?
What miracle did God do to demonstrate that He had chosen Aaron and not those of other tribes to serve as priests?
Answers to March 2 Questions
How many men were sent to spy out the land of Canaan? 12 (one from each tribe)
What were they to bring back with them? Some of the fruit from the land
How many days were they gone? 40
When the spies returned, what did Caleb suggest that the people do? Go and take the land
How did the other spies respond to his suggestion? They disagreed and told the people that the Canaanites were too great to defeat
How did the people respond to the bad report of the majority of the spies? They believed them and wept that night; they wanted to return to Egypt
Which two spies tried to persuade the people to believe in God? Joshua and Caleb
What did the people want to do to them? Stone them
What was the Lord’s initial reaction to Israel’s faithlessness? To strike them all down and start a new nation with Moses
What did Moses say in interceding for Israel? The nations who have heard from the Egyptians about God’s greatness would say that God was not able to get Israel through the desert safely to Canaan, so He killed them in the wilderness
What was Israel’s punishment for their faithlessness? To wander in the wilderness for a total of forty years
What happened to the spies who brought the bad report and discouraged the people? They died by a plague from God
What were they to bring back with them? Some of the fruit from the land
How many days were they gone? 40
When the spies returned, what did Caleb suggest that the people do? Go and take the land
How did the other spies respond to his suggestion? They disagreed and told the people that the Canaanites were too great to defeat
How did the people respond to the bad report of the majority of the spies? They believed them and wept that night; they wanted to return to Egypt
Which two spies tried to persuade the people to believe in God? Joshua and Caleb
What did the people want to do to them? Stone them
What was the Lord’s initial reaction to Israel’s faithlessness? To strike them all down and start a new nation with Moses
What did Moses say in interceding for Israel? The nations who have heard from the Egyptians about God’s greatness would say that God was not able to get Israel through the desert safely to Canaan, so He killed them in the wilderness
What was Israel’s punishment for their faithlessness? To wander in the wilderness for a total of forty years
What happened to the spies who brought the bad report and discouraged the people? They died by a plague from God
Sunday, March 1, 2009
March 2: Numbers 13-14 God’s Goodness Is Challenged
How many men were sent to spy out the land of Canaan?
What were they to bring back with them?
How many days were they gone?
When the spies returned, what did Caleb suggest that the people do?
How did the other spies respond to his suggestion?
How did the people respond to the bad report of the majority of the spies?
Which two spies tried to persuade the people to believe in God?
What did the people want to do to them?
What was the Lord’s initial reaction to Israel’s faithlessness?
What did Moses say in interceding for Israel?
What was Israel’s punishment for their faithlessness?
What happened to the spies who brought the bad report and discouraged the people?
What were they to bring back with them?
How many days were they gone?
When the spies returned, what did Caleb suggest that the people do?
How did the other spies respond to his suggestion?
How did the people respond to the bad report of the majority of the spies?
Which two spies tried to persuade the people to believe in God?
What did the people want to do to them?
What was the Lord’s initial reaction to Israel’s faithlessness?
What did Moses say in interceding for Israel?
What was Israel’s punishment for their faithlessness?
What happened to the spies who brought the bad report and discouraged the people?
Answers to March 1 Questions
What did God do when the people complained? Fire broke out a consumed some on the outskirts of the camp
Who started the complaint about the food selection in the wilderness? The rabble (the mixed multitude)
What did they eat in Egypt? Fish, cucumbers, melons, leeks, onions, garlic
What did manna taste like? Wafers made with oil
What did Moses ask of the Lord because of this situation? Take his life because he felt too overwhelmed to lead the people by himself
How did God show that the 70 elders were to help Moses with leading Israel? God took of His Spirit that was on Moses and gave a portion to the elders so they would prophesy
Did God give the Israelites what they wanted? yes
How much time did they take in gathering the quail? All day and all night
How much was gathered by the one who gathered the least? 10 homers (60 bushels)
Why did Miriam and Aaron speak against Moses? Because his wife was a Cushite
What happened to Miriam ? she became leprous
Who started the complaint about the food selection in the wilderness? The rabble (the mixed multitude)
What did they eat in Egypt? Fish, cucumbers, melons, leeks, onions, garlic
What did manna taste like? Wafers made with oil
What did Moses ask of the Lord because of this situation? Take his life because he felt too overwhelmed to lead the people by himself
How did God show that the 70 elders were to help Moses with leading Israel? God took of His Spirit that was on Moses and gave a portion to the elders so they would prophesy
Did God give the Israelites what they wanted? yes
How much time did they take in gathering the quail? All day and all night
How much was gathered by the one who gathered the least? 10 homers (60 bushels)
Why did Miriam and Aaron speak against Moses? Because his wife was a Cushite
What happened to Miriam ? she became leprous
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