The Ten Commandments and The Mosaic Covenant

This set of flashcards covers key concepts, definitions, and commandments related to the Ten Commandments and the Mosaic Covenant.

The Ten Commandments

A set of biblical principles relating to ethics and worship, serving as a foundation of the law.

Mosaic Covenant

An agreement between God and Israel, where Israel is called to be a kingdom of priests and His treasured possession.

Promise of the Mosaic Covenant

Israel is promised to be a Kingdom of Priests and a Treasured Possession.

Command of the Mosaic Covenant

Israel is commanded to obey God's voice and keep His covenant.

God’s Preparation for His Presence

God prepares Israel through specific instructions and rituals stated in Exodus 19.

Warning to Moses

God warned Moses about the sanctity of His presence and the need for barriers.

Israel's Reaction to God's Presence

Israel was fearful and distanced themselves from God's presence, indicating reverence and fear.

Vertical Obedience

Obedience directed towards God, represented by the first four commandments.

Horizontal Obedience

Obedience towards others, represented by the last six commandments.

First Commandment

You shall have no other gods before me.

Second Commandment

You shall not make for yourself a carved image.

Third Commandment

You shall not take the name of the Lord your God in vain.

Fourth Commandment

Remember the Sabbath day, to keep it holy.

Fifth Commandment

Honor your father and your mother.

Sixth Commandment

You shall not murder.

Seventh Commandment

You shall not commit adultery.

Eighth Commandment

You shall not steal.

Ninth Commandment

You shall not bear false witness against your neighbor.

Tenth Commandment

You shall not covet.