Key Figures — Deuteronomy 10

3 figures

1. Moses

   Prophet and leader of Israel, mediator of God's covenant.

   Moses recounts the renewal of the covenant, the making of the second set of tablets, and emphasizes the importance of fearing and loving God.

   Related passages

   • Exodus Chapter 34 (Moses receives the second set of tablets)
   • Deuteronomy Chapter 5 (Reiteration of the Ten Commandments)
   • Hebrews Chapter 3 (Moses as a faithful servant in God's house)

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2. The LORD (Yahweh)

   The God of Israel, giver of the Law and covenant.

   God commands Moses to make a new set of tablets and emphasizes His requirements for Israel: to fear, love, and serve Him with all their heart and soul.

   Related passages

   • Exodus Chapter 20 (Giving of the Ten Commandments)
   • Deuteronomy Chapter 6 (The Shema and command to love God)
   • Micah Chapter 6 (What the LORD requires of His people)

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3. The Levites

   Tribe set apart for priestly duties and service to the LORD.

   The Levites are chosen to carry the Ark of the Covenant and to stand before the LORD to minister and bless in His name.

   Related passages

   • Numbers Chapter 3 (Duties of the Levites)
   • Deuteronomy Chapter 18 (Provision for the Levites)
   • 1 Peter Chapter 2 (Believers as a royal priesthood)

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