Deuteronomy 12 Flashcard Quiz

Questions and Answers

Israel was to destroy the places where the nations they were dispossessing worshipped their gods which were ______ (Deut. 12:2)

On the high mountains and by the rivers

By the rivers and in the valleys

In the valleys and on their roof tops (correct)

On the high mountains and under trees (correct)

Moses lists that Israel was to do all of the following against the gods of the inhabitants of the land EXCEPT (Deut. 12:3)

Smash their sacred stones (correct)

Break down their altars (correct)

Burn their Asherah poles (correct)

Cast down the pillars of Baal (correct)

Israel was not to worship the LORD their God in what way (Deut. 12:4)?

In the way the nations they were driving out worshipped their gods (correct)

With hands raised to heaven (correct)

By offering up unclean animals and drinking blood (correct)

According to the commands and decrees of other gods

To what place were the Israelites to bring their sacrifices (Deut. 12:5)?

The Levitical cities Signup and view all the answers

All of the following were to be brought to the place where God would put his name EXCEPT (Deut. 12:6)

Firstborn of their flocks Signup and view all the answers

The Israelites and their families were to eat and _______ in the presence of the LORD (Deut. 12:7)?

Rest Signup and view all the answers

They were to be careful not to sacrifice their burnt offerings (Deut. 12:13)

Under trees Signup and view all the answers

Regular animals could be slaughtered and eaten where (Deut. 12:15)?

In their towns Signup and view all the answers

What was not to be eaten in their towns (Deut. 12:16)?

The head Signup and view all the answers

What was to be done in their towns with the animals' blood (Deut. 12:16)?

It was to be buried outside the camp Signup and view all the answers

Who had no inheritance or allotment of their own (Deut. 12:13)?

The Levites Signup and view all the answers

What of the grain and new wine was not to be eaten in their towns (Deut. 12:17)?

The tithe Signup and view all the answers

The offerings and sacrifices were to be eaten in the presence of (Deut. 12:18)?

The LORD Signup and view all the answers

Where was the blood of the animals that were brought to the place where God would choose to be poured (Deut. 27)?

Out beside the altar Signup and view all the answers

What was a question Israel was not to ask (Deut. 12:30)?

"Why did these nations build cities?" Signup and view all the answers

The nations they had dispossessed even offered their ________ to their gods (Deut. 12:31)

Children Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

Key Instructions for Israel Regarding Worship

Israel was commanded to destroy the worship sites of the nations they dispossessed located on high mountains and under trees.
Specific actions against the worship practices included breaking altars, smashing sacred stones, and burning Asherah poles; however, casting down pillars of Baal was not explicitly listed.
Israel was prohibited from worshiping the LORD in the same manner as the nations being driven out.

Designated Place for Sacrifices

Sacrifices were to be brought to the place that God would choose to establish His name.
Acceptable offerings included burnt offerings, tithes, freewill offerings, and the firstborn of their flocks; spice offerings were not included.
The Israelites and their families were instructed to rejoice in the presence of the LORD during these offerings.

Guidelines for Animal Sacrifice

Burnt offerings should not be sacrificed anywhere except at the designated place chosen by God.
Regular animals could be slaughtered and eaten in their towns, but the blood must not be consumed; it was instead to be poured on the ground like water.
The tithe of grain and new wine was also prohibited from being eaten in their towns.

Rights of the Levites

The Levites were identified as having no inheritance or allotted land among the other tribes, emphasizing their unique role and status.

The Conduct of Offerings

All offerings and sacrifices were to be eaten in the presence of the LORD, reinforcing the significance of divine acknowledgment in worship.
The blood of animals was to be poured out beside the altar at the designated location of worship.

Caution Against Idolatry

Israel was warned against inquiring how the other nations served their gods, promoting a clear distinction from pagan practices.
Disturbing practices like child sacrifice were noted as specific actions of the nations that Israel was to avoid.

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Test your knowledge on Deuteronomy Chapter 12 with these flashcard-style multiple-choice questions. Answer questions about the instructions given to Israel regarding the worship practices of the nations they were dispossessing. Perfect for students of biblical studies or anyone looking to deepen their understanding of this chapter.