The mind-boggling part of the Ten Commandments is the multitude of versions. In Hebrew alone, there is the original Exodus version, the Deuteronomy version, and even a Dead Sea Scrolls version. In English translations, there are quite a number. Translated versions are driven for multitude of reasons; theology, accuracy and brevity are all factors. TheseContinue reading “Moshe’s Ten Commandments”
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The Introduction to The Ten Commandments: Va’etchanan
Lawmakers often provide a write-up when enacting a new law. These introductions can include anything from a legislative history to an explanation of the bill’s intent. In the Torah Portion Va’etchanan, Moses introduces the Ten Commandments to all of Israel. In doing so, he imparts essential information for grasping the biblical understanding of the Decalogue.Continue reading “The Introduction to The Ten Commandments: Va’etchanan”
Second Law, Second Audience: D’varim
The Book of Deuteronomy begins with the Torah Portion D’varim. In D’varim, Moses begins his final speech on the other side of the Jordan River to all of Israel. Deuteronomy 1:1. The Book of Deuteronomy stands out from the rest of the Pentateuch. Scholars and theologians focus often address Deuteronomy’s significance as either second lawContinue reading “Second Law, Second Audience: D’varim”
The Chosen People? Ki Tavo’s Ten Commandments’ Moment
“The Lord said to Samuel, “Listen to the voice of the people in all that they say to you, for it is not you whom they have rejected, but it is Me whom they have rejected from reigning over them….. So are they doing to you, as well. And now, heed their voice, but beContinue reading “The Chosen People? Ki Tavo’s Ten Commandments’ Moment”
Shoftim: A Ten Commandments’ Modification?
“Appoint a man over the congregation who will go out in front of them and who will come in in front of them and who will bring them out and who will bring them in, so the Lord’s congregation won’t be a sheep that don’t have a shepherd.” Numbers 27:16-17 The Torah Portion Shoftim illustratesContinue reading “Shoftim: A Ten Commandments’ Modification?”
Beyond The Ten Commandments: Devarim
A society cannot function on the Ten Commandments exclusively. This assertion should not be controversial. It was Moses, the Mt. Sinai Decalogue Deliverer, expressing this within in the Book of Deuteronomy. He confesses it within the Torah Portion Devarim. During the wilderness wandering, Moses grew to understand that leading a mixed multitude required more thanContinue reading “Beyond The Ten Commandments: Devarim”
Past Vision vs. Future Vision
It wasn’t on my bingo card, but it happened. Unforeseen circumstances led to a close encounter with the Trek-world. Sadly, it was to occur at a life celebration. My invite to the event included the enticement of: “the lady from Star Trek” was going to be there. Who could it be? When I showed up,Continue reading “Past Vision vs. Future Vision”
O. T. Gaslighting: D’varim
“And I said to you, “Don’t be scared and don’t be afraid of them. The Lord, your God, who is going in front of you, He will fight for you- like everything that he did with you in Egypt before your eyes.” Deuteronomy 1:29-30 Gaslighting is an ubiquitous phrase. Especially during this election year, everyContinue reading “O. T. Gaslighting: D’varim”
Humanity, Machines & Stupidity: A Ten Commandments’ Tale
“talk about them when you sit at home and when you walk along the road,” deuteronomy 6:5 government officials often lack common sense. they are also easily corrupted. the proof of this is california’s e-scooter pandemic. e-scooter rentals, based upon my personal observation, is an exercise of bad government and bad business practices. they haveContinue reading “Humanity, Machines & Stupidity: A Ten Commandments’ Tale”
Show Me a Sign: Ten Commandments’ School Posting Controversy and Discussion
I saw the sign and it opened up my eyes I saw the sign ace of base recently, the state of north dakota enacted a law providing for the ten commandments to be posted in classrooms. a letter to the editor responded to the law’s enactment at inform.com. ms. deborah seaberg, in her letter, indicatedContinue reading “Show Me a Sign: Ten Commandments’ School Posting Controversy and Discussion”
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