Questions and Answers
Debts were to be cancelled every _______ years (Deut. 15:1)
Who were the Israelites allowed to collect payments from on the seventh year (Deut. 15:3)?
Because the LORD was going to richly bless them in the land, there would be no ________ among them (Deut. 15:4)
Israel was told it would _________ the nations (Deut. 15:6)
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The Israelites were not to be any of the following to the poor EXCEPT (Deut. 15:7ff)
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If Israel gave ________ to the poor, God would bless them in all their work (Deut. 15:10)
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A Hebrew slave must be set free after how many years (Deut. 15:12)?
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When a slave was freed he was not to be sent away ________ (Deut. 15:13)
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As the Israelites freed their slaves they should remember ______ (Deut. 15:15)
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If a slave wanted to stay with a family after the seven years, they were to _________ (Deut. 15:17)
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What animals from the flocks and herds were to be set apart to the LORD (Deut. 15:19)?
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The sacrifices presented to the LORD were to be eaten (Deut. 15:20)
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All of the following animals were not to be offered to the LORD EXCEPT (Deut. 15:21)
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If an animal was defective, the Israelites could eat it ________ (Deut. 15:22)
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Study Notes
Debts and Financial Practices
- Debts must be cancelled every seven years, promoting economic relief and renewal within the community.
- Israelites could collect debts only from foreigners in the seventh year, emphasizing compassion towards their own people.
Poverty and Generosity
- The promise of the LORD's blessings implies there should be no poor among the Israelites, fostering a community of abundance.
- Israelites instructed to be open-handed and avoid hardheartedness or grudging attitudes towards the poor.
- Generous giving to the needy is tied to God's blessings on their work.
Slavery and Freedom
- Hebrew slaves are to be freed after serving for seven years, aligning with themes of liberation.
- Freed slaves should not be sent away empty-handed, highlighting the importance of providing for those transitioning to freedom.
- Israelites reminded of their own history as slaves in Egypt to cultivate empathy and compassion.
Permanent Servitude
- If a slave chooses to remain with their master after seven years, they must undergo a symbolic ear-piercing ritual as a sign of commitment.
Offerings and Sacrifices
- Firstborn males of livestock must be set apart for the LORD, reflecting the significance of dedicating the best to God.
- Sacrifices offered to the LORD are to be consumed in His presence, creating a communal and sacred atmosphere during offerings.
- Only unblemished animals are suitable for offerings, with spotted animals being an exception allowed for consumption by the Israelites outside of the camp.
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