Lesson 4 Flashcards
(40 cards)
When does the story of Moses and the Exodus begin in relation to Joseph?
The story begins after Joseph’s time.
Why did Pharaoh order all the baby boys to be killed at birth?
To control the population of the Hebrews.
Who raised Moses?
The daughter of Pharaoh.
List some parallels between Jesus and Moses.
- Both were born under threats to their lives
- Both performed miracles
- Both led their people to freedom
- Both received divine revelation
Why does Moses flee to Midian?
He killed an Egyptian and feared for his life.
What excuses did Moses make as to why he did not want to be a part of God’s plan? List three.
- He was not eloquent
- He doubted the people’s belief
- He questioned his own worthiness
How does God respond to Moses’ concerns?
God reassures him and provides signs.
How does Moses feel about being the deliverer?
He feels inadequate.
Who helps Moses?
Aaron, his brother.
How is Moses first called by God?
Through the burning bush.
What happens when Moses initially asks Pharaoh to let the people go?
Pharaoh refuses and increases their burdens.
What three things were the Hebrews told to do to prepare for the Passover?
- Sacrifice a lamb
- Mark doorposts with blood
- Eat unleavened bread
The Passover and the ritual Seder relate to what Catholic sacrament?
The Eucharist.
What foods are present at the Seder? What do they represent?
- Lamb (sacrifice)
- Unleavened bread (haste)
- Bitter herbs (bitterness of slavery)
Why can’t we say the plagues were natural events?
They were acts of divine intervention.
What happened at Mt. Sinai?
Moses received the Ten Commandments.
What happened while Moses was gone and how did he react?
The people made a golden calf; Moses reacted with anger.
How did the Hebrews perceive the 10 Commandments?
As a necessary guideline for living.
Can you give examples of false idols today?
Materialism, fame, technology.
The name Moses means:
Drawn out (of the water).
The name Yahweh means:
I AM.
What is promised by both parties when the Sinai Covenant was made?
Obedience and blessing.
What is the symbol of the Sinai Covenant?
The tablets of the Ten Commandments.
10 Commandments are also known as:
Decalogue.
