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From whom did the 12 tribes of Israel originate?

From whom did the 12 tribes of Israel originate?

They originated from the 12 sons of Jacob, later named Israel by YHVH (Genesis 32:28).

How are the tribes of Israel categorized?

• Sons of Leah: Reuben, Simeon, Levi, Judah, Issachar, Zebulun. - Sons of Rachel: Joseph, Benjamin. - Sons of Bilhah: Dan, Naphtali. - Sons of Zilpah: Gad, Asher.

Where is this lineage documented?

In Genesis 35:22-26.

Who led the Israelites out of Egypt?

Moses (Moshe).

How were the Israelites organized when they left Egypt?

As 12 tribes of Israel.

Who established the covenant with the 12 tribes of Israel at Sinai?

YHVH established the covenant with them, and they collectively accepted it by saying 'I do' (Exodus 19:5-8).

Who accompanied the 12 tribes during the exodus?

A mixed multitude also accompanied the tribes (Exodus 12:38).

Who led the Israelites through the desert?

Moses, who was from the tribe of Levi (Exodus 2:1-6).

Where did YHVH speak to the Israelites before they entered the Promised Land?

At the Jordan River through Moses (Deuteronomy 29:1-14).

What blessings did YHVH promise the 12 tribes of Israel for obedience?

• Blessed in entering and exiting. - Enemies defeated, fleeing in multiple directions. - Abundant blessings on possessions and the land. - Establishment as His holy people if commands are kept. - Recognition and fear from all peoples on earth. - Prosperity in offspring, livestock, and crops. - Heaven will send rain and bless work. - They will become lenders to nations, not borrowers. - They will be the head, not the tail, if commands are followed.

What warning did YHVH give for turning away from commands?

Disobedience will lead to curses in the city and country.

What is the overview of Deuteronomy 30:1-5?

• When blessings and curses come upon the Israelites, they will remember them among the nations where YHVH has driven them. - They must return to YHVH and obey His commands with their heart and soul. - In response, YHVH will show compassion and gather them from all nations. - Even if scattered to the ends of the earth, YHVH will bring them back. - YHVH will return them to the land of their ancestors, bless them, and multiply them beyond their forefathers.