A very stark story and law is established in this story. When a son is rebellious, and is a glutton or a drunkard, then he is to be brought before the elders of the city at the gate and judged. Once judged, he would then be stoned by the men of the city. While this … Continue reading A Rebellious Son (Deuteronomy 21:18 – 21)
Review of the Rebellions (Deuteronomy 9)
The Lord reminds Israel that their mission is to take the land, even defeating the giants and Anakim. God would go before them and destroy them for the children of Israel. They were to destroy them quickly and drive them out. The caveat here is that God also reminds them that they should not get … Continue reading Review of the Rebellions (Deuteronomy 9)
Rebellion Against Moses and Aaron (Numbers 16)
Korah and 250 representatives of the tribes of Israel withstood Moses and challenged him on his role as leader of Israel. Korah wanted all Israelites to be equal. Moses accepted the challenge, telling them that God would decide who was truly His and holy. These men included Levites, who served the temple. Moses instructed them … Continue reading Rebellion Against Moses and Aaron (Numbers 16)