Questions and Answers
With what kind of hand did the Lord say Pharaoh will let the people go?
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When God spoke to Moses, what did he say his name was?
Lord (I am Lord)
Who did God say he appeared to and what name did they know him as?
Abraham, Isaac and Jacob; God Almighty
What name did Abraham, Isaac and Jacob not know God as?
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Who did God establish a covenant with?
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What covenant did God establish with Abraham, Isaac and Jacob?
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Canaan was the land of the pilgrimage of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob.
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In which land were Abraham, Isaac and Jacob strangers?
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What did God say that he remembered?
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What did God say that he heard?
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Who kept the children of Israel in bondage?
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God said to Moses, 'Therefore say to the children of Israel, I am the _______; I will _______ you out from under the _________ of the _______________, I will ______ you from their ________________ and I will _____________ you with an ______________ ______ with great _______________.
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God said that he will bring the children of Israel to the land which He swore to give to whom?
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God said that he would bring the children of Israel into the land and give them the land as a ____________________?
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Why did the children of Israel not heed Moses?
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What did God tell Moses to do after the children of Israel would not heed him?
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What kind of lips did Moses tell God he had?
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God gave Moses and Aaron a command for two sets of people who were they?
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Who was the firstborn of Israel?
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Who were the sons of Reuben?
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Who were the sons of Simeon?
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Which of Simeon's sons had a Canaanite mother?
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Who were the sons of Levi?
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The sons of Levi are listed according to what?
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How old was Levi when he died?
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What are the names of the sons of Gershon?
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How were the sons of Gershon presented?
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Study Notes
Key Themes and Concepts
- God will demonstrate His power by compelling Pharaoh to release the Israelites with a "strong hand."
- God's self-identification to Moses emphasizes His role as the "Lord," establishing His authority.
- The ancestors of Israel—Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob—recognized God as "God Almighty," but did not know Him by the name "Lord."
Covenantal Relationship
- A covenant was established by God with Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, promising them the land of Canaan.
- Canaan symbolized both a pilgrimage and a place of inheritance for these patriarchs, reinforcing their faith and relationship with God.
Redemption and Promise
- God acknowledges His covenant and hears the cries of the Israelites, affirming His commitment to their liberation.
- The promise of redemption includes delivering the Israelites from the burdens of the Egyptians with "outstretched arms" and judgments against their oppressors.
Inheritance of the Land
- God vows to bring the children of Israel into Canaan, bestowing it upon them as a "heritage," a fulfillment of His promises to their ancestors.
Israelites' Reaction
- The Israelites are unable to listen to Moses due to their "anguish of spirit" and the severity of their bondage, indicating the psychological toll of oppression.
Leadership and Commands
- God instructs Moses to confront Pharaoh, highlighting the importance of direct communication in the liberation process.
- Moses expresses feelings of inadequacy, describing his speech as "uncircumcised," which implies a sense of impurity or unworthiness.
Genealogy of Israel
- The chapter provides a detailed genealogy of the tribes of Israel, beginning with Reuben as the firstborn and enumerating his sons.
- Simeon's lineage includes Jemuel, Jamin, Ohad, Jachin, Zhora, and Shaul, with Shaul noted for having a Canaanite mother.
- Levi’s descendants are identified as Gershon, Kohath, and Merari, with specific mention that Levi lived to be 137 years old.
Sons of Gershon
- The sons of Gershon are named as Libni and Shimi, signifying the family's connections and organization in Israelite society.
Summary of Key Figures
- Reuben, Simeon, and Levi are principal figures whose descendants form pivotal tribes within the community of Israel.
- The comprehensive listing of descendants underscores the importance of heritage and family lineage in biblical tradition.
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