Exodus Chapter 7 Flashcards

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What are the Israelites doing as the Book of Exodus begins?

Settled the land of Goshen, prospering.

What does the Book of Exodus mean when it states, 'Now there arose a new king in Egypt who did not know Joseph'?

The Book of Exodus meant that there was a new pharaoh who didn't know Joseph's power.

How does the new Pharaoh stir up public sentiment against the Israelites?

He presents them as foreigners and invaders.

What is the first stage of Pharaoh's plan to keep the Israelites under control?

The plan was slavery. Signup and view all the answers

What is the second stage, and why does this evil proposition make sense?

God would kill every Hebrew baby. Signup and view all the answers

From Exodus 2:10, what is the meaning of Moses' name?

Moses means 'Drawn out of the Water'. Signup and view all the answers

What are some details by which the Egyptians unwittingly contribute to their own defeat?

Moses is raised by the Pharaoh's daughter and is nursed by his real mother. Signup and view all the answers

What is the event that pushes Moses to claim his Hebrew ancestry?

The event is when he saw an Egyptian master beating a Hebrew slave and he killed the master. Signup and view all the answers

What causes Moses to flee Egypt?

Moses broke up a fight between two Hebrews, who then recognized him as the killer. Signup and view all the answers

While in the land of Midian, Moses marries _ the daughter of a priest named _.

Zipporah, Jethro Signup and view all the answers

How old is Moses when he meets God on the mountain for the first time?

Moses was 80 years old. Signup and view all the answers

How does God identify himself to Moses in the Burning Bush?

God identifies himself as 'God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob'. Signup and view all the answers

If God had only identified himself as the God of Abraham and Isaac, who else could claim him as their God?

Edomites, descendants from Esau. Signup and view all the answers

What is the cryptic phrase that contains the Name of God?

'I AM WHO I AM'. Signup and view all the answers

Why does God often choose those who are weak and with no apparent skills or abilities to do His work?

No one is useless; God can use everyone. Signup and view all the answers

How does God plan to use Israel as a priestly nation?

God makes it a model for righteousness and wisdom. Signup and view all the answers

What is Moses' first demand to Pharaoh?

'The Lord, the God of the Hebrews, sent me to you to say, 'Let my people go, so that they may worship me in the wilderness.' Signup and view all the answers

What is Pharaoh's attitude toward God in EX 5:2?

Pharaoh's attitude was boastful and dismissive. Signup and view all the answers

How does Pharaoh respond to Moses' first demand?

Pharaoh makes the Hebrew slaves work harder and increases their workload. Signup and view all the answers

Why is Pharaoh unimpressed with Moses' miracles?

His court magicians could do something similar. Signup and view all the answers

Why does Moses insist that the sacrifices cannot take place within the land of Egypt?

Egyptians worshiped the animals, as they were like gods. Signup and view all the answers

How are the plagues themselves God's judgments upon the gods of Egypt?

The plagues show His power. Signup and view all the answers

What does God say He knows about the king of Egypt?

The king of Egypt will not let you go unless compelled by a mighty hand. Signup and view all the answers

What will God prove by slaying the firstborn of all Egyptians?

God will prove that He is the one true God. Signup and view all the answers

How were the Israelites to identify their homes for the Angel of Death to pass over them?

By spreading lamb blood on their door-posts. Signup and view all the answers

Why did God command the Israelites to eat unleavened bread?

To illustrate the speed at which God would act. Signup and view all the answers

How are we to understand the Passover lamb as a type of Christ?

The blood of the Passover lamb represents the blood of Christ. Signup and view all the answers

How does the yearly celebration of Passover relate to God's salvation plan?

It helps the people pray to understand the death of the Lamb of God. Signup and view all the answers

What happens after the Israelites do not simply gain their freedom?

They are expelled and are given goods of gold, silver, and clothes as they leave. Signup and view all the answers

Why do Pharaoh and his officials change their minds about letting the Israelites go?

They changed their minds because they had lost all their cheap labor. Signup and view all the answers

With Pharaoh and his army following, the Israelites arrive at the Sea of Reeds, which in English translations of the Bible is often rendered as ____.

Red Sea. Signup and view all the answers

How does God clear a path through the Red Sea for the Israelites?

By a strong East Wind. Signup and view all the answers

What happens when the Egyptians try to follow the Israelites through the Sea?

The Egyptian army is drowned. Signup and view all the answers

What difficulties await the Israelites after they are freed?

They had no land, no government, and they were not yet a nation. Signup and view all the answers

Once free, what is the first concern and complaint of the Israelites?

The concern and complaint was that they would not get food and water. Signup and view all the answers

How does God provide for their needs in the wilderness?

God provides for their needs by water from the rock and manna. Signup and view all the answers

What aspect of human nature does Numbers 11:4-6 illustrate?

It illustrates that we always want the easy way out. Signup and view all the answers

What does the Hebrew word 'manna' mean in English?

'What-Is-It'. Signup and view all the answers

How is the manna that God sends down in the desert a type for the Sacrament of the Eucharist?

Jesus is the bread of life, and he who comes to him shall not hunger. Signup and view all the answers

According to God's plan, what is the priestly function of the People of Israel?

The people of Israel would carry God's message to the rest of the nations. Signup and view all the answers

What happens when God tries to speak to his people face to face?

The people are frightened and ask Moses to speak for them. Signup and view all the answers

How does God keep his covenant promise with Israel?

By the elders going with Moses to Mt. Sinai and seeing the glory of God directly. Signup and view all the answers

The Ten Commandments are also called the which means __.

Decalogue, Ten Words. Signup and view all the answers

What do the first three commandments deal with?

They deal with our relationship with God. Signup and view all the answers

What do the next seven commandments deal with?

They deal with our relationship with our neighbor. Signup and view all the answers

What is the Natural Law, and what is an example of it?

Natural Law provides rules for human behavior that we can know through human reason. Signup and view all the answers

How are the Ten Commandments a privileged expression of the Natural Law?

Providing rules for human behavior that we can know simply through human reason. Signup and view all the answers

How long is Moses alone with God on Mt. Sinai?

40 days and 40 nights. Signup and view all the answers

What does God show Moses during this time?

God shows a pattern for building the tabernacle. Signup and view all the answers

What is the Ark of the Covenant and what two purposes did it serve?

It is an ornate box in which the law that Moses wrote is stored and holds a jar of manna. Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

The Israelites and the New Pharaoh

Israelites settled in the land of Goshen and thrived until a new Pharaoh arose.
The new king of Egypt was unaware of Joseph's significance and the favor he held with previous rulers, leading to strained relations with Israelites.

Pharaoh's Oppression and Moses' Early Life

The new Pharaoh targeted the Israelites, framing them as foreigners and threats.
He enslaved the Israelites as the first step to control.
A decree was issued to kill every Hebrew baby boy to eliminate potential rebels, ensuring girls married Egyptians.
Moses, whose name means "Drawn out of the Water," was raised by Pharaoh's daughter yet nursed by his biological mother, connecting him to his Israelite heritage.

Moses' Identity Crisis

Moses identified with his Hebrew ancestry after witnessing an Egyptian beating a slave; he killed the Egyptian in defense.
Fleeing in fear after his actions were discovered, he settled in Midian, marrying Zipporah, daughter of Jethro.

Divine Encounter and Commissioning

At the age of 80, Moses encountered God through the Burning Bush, who proclaimed Himself as "the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob."
God’s cryptic identity statement, “I AM WHO I AM,” signified His eternal presence.
God often selects the weak for His work, demonstrating that all individuals can serve a purpose.

Israel's Role and Egypt's Refusal

God intended Israel to be a priestly nation, exemplifying righteousness to other nations.
Moses demanded Pharaoh to allow the Israelites to worship in the wilderness, but Pharaoh's response was dismissive, indicating ignorance of God and increasing the Israelites' burdens.
The initial signs and wonders performed by Moses failed to persuade Pharaoh due to the magicians' mimicry.

The Plagues as Judgments

The plagues served as judgments against Egyptian gods, revealing God’s supremacy.
The plague of frogs and subsequent afflictions didn't yield a genuine change in Pharaoh’s stance, who was prone to negotiation during times of crisis.

The Passover Event

God’s final judgment involved slaying every firstborn in Egypt, a judgment aimed at demonstrating His authority over Egypt.
Israelites marked their doorposts with lamb's blood so the Angel of Death would pass over them during the Passover.
Unleavened bread was consumed as a symbol of the haste of their exodus.

Manna and Spiritual Symbolism

Manna, meaning "What-Is-It," was provided by God as sustenance in the desert, paralleling the Eucharist as Jesus claimed to be the spiritual bread of life.
Israel was tasked with spreading God’s message, demonstrating their designated role as a priestly nation.

The Sinai Covenant

When God attempted a direct relationship with Israel, fear led them to request Moses as their mediator.
God's covenant was affirmed at Mt. Sinai where elders witnessed His glory.
The Ten Commandments, or Decalogue, encapsulated moral laws governing the relationship with God and others.

Understanding Natural Law

The Ten Commandments embody Natural Law, guiding human behavior discernible through reason.
Moses' prolonged stay on Mt. Sinai resulted in receiving a pattern for constructing the tabernacle and the Ark of the Covenant, which housed the written law and manna.

Conclusion of the Chapter

The journey from oppression through miraculous events to the establishment of laws represents a foundational narrative in Israel's identity.
The interplay of divine instruction and human response sets the stage for subsequent developments in the Israelite story.

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Test your knowledge of Chapter 7 in the Book of Exodus with these flashcards. They cover key concepts such as the Israelites' settlement in Goshen and the implications of a new king in Egypt. Use these cards to reinforce your understanding of this pivotal chapter.