Bible 104

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Summary of the books of the Old Testament Books

Leviticus

Leviticus is a genre of law in the Old Testament. Adam and Eve were the first sinners of God’s creation because of that no man is Holy. So Moses gathers the Israelites and they are at the foot of Mount Sinai and God lets them know what he expects of his holy people. God gives them an assortment of worship rituals and laws that will set the Israelites apart from any other nation or religion. Sin leads to death so to purify oneself or a nation offerings were presented to God. These offerings took form of burnt in which an animal is sacrificed, grain in which we thank God for all he has produced, peace offering when a person burns a piece of the animal and shares, and a sin and guilt offering to purify an individual who has committed a specific sin. When Aaron and his sons go through a week long process of rituals and Moses sprinkling them with oil they become the Levitical Priesthood. Moses also gives instructions for holy day to day living. Holy living included everything from not eating certain birds to disposing of dead bodies properly. With all the rituals and rules that God it shows the Israelites devotion and dedication to the lord.

Joshua

The book of Joshua is a narrative story. The main purpose of the book is to show the power and faithfulness of God if you listen and obey. As God called to Moses he called to Joshua. Joshua takes over the Israelites and marches towards the “promise land” of which God promised Abraham and his descendants. One obstacle that must be conquered first is the crossing of the Jordan River which is a feat in itself. The water in the Jordan River separated just like the Red Sea when the priest entered the water; it also showed the Israelites that this is there intended path. The promise land is full of Philistines who are 1st class worriors