Questions and Answers
Israel was to destroy the places where the nations they were dispossessing worshipped their gods which were ______ (Deut. 12:2)
Moses lists that Israel was to do all of the following against the gods of the inhabitants of the land EXCEPT (Deut. 12:3)
Israel was not to worship the LORD their God in what way (Deut. 12:4)?
To what place were the Israelites to bring their sacrifices (Deut. 12:5)?
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All of the following were to be brought to the place where God would put his name EXCEPT (Deut. 12:6)
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The Israelites and their families were to eat and _______ in the presence of the LORD (Deut. 12:7)?
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They were to be careful not to sacrifice their burnt offerings (Deut. 12:13)
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Regular animals could be slaughtered and eaten where (Deut. 12:15)?
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What was not to be eaten in their towns (Deut. 12:16)?
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What was to be done in their towns with the animals' blood (Deut. 12:16)?
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Who had no inheritance or allotment of their own (Deut. 12:13)?
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What of the grain and new wine was not to be eaten in their towns (Deut. 12:17)?
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The offerings and sacrifices were to be eaten in the presence of (Deut. 12:18)?
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Where was the blood of the animals that were brought to the place where God would choose to be poured (Deut. 27)?
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What was a question Israel was not to ask (Deut. 12:30)?
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The nations they had dispossessed even offered their ________ to their gods (Deut. 12:31)
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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.