7 pairs
Exodus 32:1 describes the Israelites' impatience and idolatry as they make a golden calf. Acts 7:39-41 recounts this event, highlighting Israel's historical tendency to turn away from God.
Thematic focusIdolatry, Rebellion, Human Nature.
Exodus 32:4 describes Aaron fashioning a golden calf, which the people worship. Similarly, in 1 Kings 12:28, Jeroboam makes golden calves for Israel to worship, repeating the sin of idolatry.
Thematic focusIdolatry, Leadership Failure.
Exodus 32:7-8 records God informing Moses of Israel's sin. Deuteronomy 9:12 recounts this event, emphasizing Israel's quick departure from God's commandments.
Thematic focusDivine Knowledge, Human Disobedience.
In Exodus 32:11-14, Moses intercedes for Israel, and God relents from destroying them. Similarly, in Numbers 14:13-20, Moses intercedes for Israel after their rebellion, highlighting the power of intercessory prayer.
Thematic focusIntercession, Mercy, Divine Relenting.
Exodus 32:19-20 describes Moses breaking the tablets and destroying the golden calf. Deuteronomy 9:17-21 recounts this event, emphasizing Moses' zeal for God's holiness.
Thematic focusZeal for God, Righteous Anger.
Exodus 32:26 shows Moses calling for those who are on the Lord's side. Joshua 24:15 echoes this call to choose whom to serve, emphasizing commitment to God.
Thematic focusCommitment, Choice, Allegiance.
In Exodus 32:30-32, Moses offers to have his name blotted out for Israel's sake. Paul expresses a similar willingness to be accursed for his brethren in Romans 9:3, highlighting sacrificial love.
Thematic focusSacrificial Love, Intercession.