The Bible For Normal People Episode 103: Pete Enns - Pete Ruins Exodus (Part 5)
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Oct 14, 2019 AI Snips
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Narrative Framework of Pentateuch Law
- The Pentateuch's laws are woven into a narrative framework, unlike other ancient law codes that appear as lists.
- This narrative context connects law to deliverance, emphasizing that law is a response to God's saving actions.
Contextual Nature of Israelite Law
- Israelite law wasn't unique; other ancient Near Eastern cultures had law codes.
- Similarities between these codes and the biblical ones suggest they're rooted in a specific historical context, not timeless abstractions.
Torah as Instruction
- Torah means "instruction" or "direction," encompassing the entire Pentateuch, not just legal material.
- Narratives offer wisdom and glimpses of God, providing instruction beyond specific laws.