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Who appeared to Moshe in a flame of fire from within the thorn bush and what had Moshe been doing previously?
Who appeared to Moshe in a flame of fire from within the thorn bush and what had Moshe been doing previously?
An angel of the Lord. He was taking his father in law's sheep to graze
What did Hashem instruct Moshe to do and why?
What did Hashem instruct Moshe to do and why?
Take off his shoes because he was standing on holy soil.
What did God inscribe the words on?
What did God inscribe the words on?
Two tablets of stone.
Why did Moses hide his face?
Why did Moses hide his face?
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Explain the concept of 'mitzvah ben adam l’makom' and provide an example from the text.
Explain the concept of 'mitzvah ben adam l’makom' and provide an example from the text.
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Define the trait of humility and how does it relate to Moshe's character?
Define the trait of humility and how does it relate to Moshe's character?
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Discuss the significance of humility in relation to talents and abilities, and provide an example.
Discuss the significance of humility in relation to talents and abilities, and provide an example.
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Explain how the origins of Christianity and Islam differ from the origins of Judaism.
Explain how the origins of Christianity and Islam differ from the origins of Judaism.
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Explain which is more reliable and why.
Explain which is more reliable and why.
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Study Notes
Moses and the Burning Bush
- Moses was tending the flocks of his father-in-law, Jethro, in Midian, when he came to the mountain of God, Horeb.
- An angel of the Lord appeared to him in a flame of fire from within a thorn bush, which was burning but not being consumed.
- Moses was drawn to the spectacle and the Lord saw him and called out to him from the thorn bush, saying "Moses, Moses."
- The Lord instructed Moses to remove his shoes, as the ground he was standing on was holy soil.
- The Lord identified Himself as the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob, and Moses hid his face in fear.
Moses' Humility and Calling
- The Lord revealed Himself to Moses, a special individual, and entrusted him with a mission to take the Israelites out of Egypt.
- Moses was initially hesitant, not believing he was the right person for the task, demonstrating humility.
- Having humility means having a modest or low estimate of one's importance and recognizing that one's talents and abilities are gifts from God.
- Moses' initial reluctance stemmed from his humility, but eventually, he understood that God had given him the ability to fulfill the mission.
The Significance of the Encounter
- The encounter between God and Moses is significant, as it highlights God's connection with special individuals, including Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob.
- The event demonstrates the concept of a "mitzvah ben adam l'makom," a commandment between man and God.
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Test your knowledge of the Torah with this quiz on the story of Moses and the burning bush. See how well you remember the details of this iconic biblical event.
