Exodus 19-21

In Exodus 20:8-10, God instructed the Israelites to keep the Sabbath holy by not doing any work. This commandment emphasized the importance of setting aside a day of rest and worship, dedicating it solely to God. By refraining from work, the Israelites were able to focus on their spiritual connection with God and prioritize their relationship with Him. This act of obedience demonstrated their faith and commitment to honoring God's commandments.

The Israelites responded to God's offer by stating that they would obey everything the Lord says. This shows their willingness to follow God's commands and keep his agreement. They acknowledged their commitment to obedience and trust in God's guidance.

The correct answer suggests that it was considered acceptable to beat a slave as long as they were not killed because the slave owner had purchased the slave with their own money. This implies that since the slave was considered the property of the owner, they had the right to treat them as they saw fit, as long as they did not cause their death. This explanation reflects the historical context where slavery was prevalent and viewed as a form of ownership and control over other human beings.

According to Ex 21:15, 17, under God's law, if a child hits and/or curses their mother or father, the punishment is that they should be killed.

If the Israelites obeyed God's commands and kept his agreement (covenant), they would become his special people, a special nation, and a kingdom of priests. This means that they would have a unique and privileged relationship with God, being chosen and set apart from other nations. They would have a special role and responsibility as representatives of God, serving as priests to intercede and mediate between God and humanity. Therefore, the correct answer is all of the above.

In Matthew 15:1-7, Jesus criticizes the Pharisees for their hypocrisy. He points out that they prioritize their traditions and human-made rules over the commandments of God. Jesus highlights their failure to honor their parents by using a loophole in the law, which allows them to avoid providing financial support to their parents by declaring their resources as "devoted to God." By doing so, Jesus implies that the Pharisees are hypocritical in their observance of God's law and neglecting the true essence of obedience and righteousness.

According to Exodus 21:7, under God's law, if a master is not pleased with a slave who was sold by her father, he is supposed to sell her back to her father.

The correct answer is No, because God allowed that person to be killed. According to Ex 21:12-13, if someone kills another person by accident, they are not guilty of murder. The passage states that if it was not premeditated and God allowed it to happen, then the person who caused the accident shall be provided a safe place to flee to. This indicates that God recognizes the difference between intentional murder and accidental killing, and provides a provision for accidental deaths.

The correct answer is "God's law." In Exodus 21:1, 6, God provides guidelines for the treatment of slaves, including the act of piercing a slave's ear with a sharp tool. This act was not considered an abomination or evil, but rather a part of God's law, which regulated the treatment of slaves in ancient times.