Key Figures — Deuteronomy 27

3 figures

1. Moses

   Prophet and leader of Israel, delivering God's commandments.

   Moses instructs the Israelites on setting up stones with the law written on them and building an altar on Mount Ebal as they enter the Promised Land.

   Related passages

   • Exodus Chapter 24 (Moses receives the law on Mount Sinai)
   • Deuteronomy Chapter 31 (Moses' final instructions to Israel)

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2. The Elders of Israel

   Leaders assisting Moses in guiding the people.

   The elders join Moses in commanding the people to obey the laws and participate in the covenant ceremony.

   Related passages

   • Exodus Chapter 18 (Elders appointed to assist Moses)
   • Deuteronomy Chapter 31 (Elders' role in leadership)

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   • #Covenant

3. The Levites

   Tribe responsible for religious duties and pronouncing blessings and curses.

   The Levites are instructed to proclaim curses from Mount Ebal, emphasizing the importance of obedience to God's law.

   Related passages

   • Numbers Chapter 3 (Duties of the Levites)
   • Deuteronomy Chapter 10 (Role of the Levites)

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   • #Curses

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