Exodus 34:1
Then the LORD said to Moses, "Chisel out two stone tablets like the originals, and I will write on them the words that were on the first tablets, which you broke.
Bible Study Questions and Answers
1. What is the meaning of Exodus 34:1?

2. Why did God instruct Moses to "chisel out two stone tablets" again?

3. How does Exodus 34:1 demonstrate God's desire for covenant renewal with Israel?

4. What does the breaking of the first tablets symbolize in Israel's spiritual journey?

5. How can we seek restoration with God after breaking His commandments today?

6. How does Exodus 34:1 connect to God's faithfulness throughout the Bible?

7. Why did God command Moses to chisel new tablets in Exodus 34:1?

8. What is the significance of God writing the commandments again in Exodus 34:1?

9. How does Exodus 34:1 reflect God's covenant with Israel?

10. What are the top 10 Lessons from Exodus 34?

11. (Exodus 34:1) Why does this second set of commandments differ from those in Exodus 20, and which version should be considered authoritative?

12. Does the command in Deuteronomy 27:8 to write the Law “very clearly” imply a significant difference from earlier recordings of the Law?

13. If Moses physically destroyed the original stone tablets in Exodus 32:19, how did the Law continue to be preserved without alteration?

14. Why did Moses cover his face with a veil?
Discussion Questions
1. What does the act of chiseling out new tablets teach us about our role in responding to God's commands?

2. How does the renewal of the covenant in Exodus 34:1 reflect God's character, and how can we apply this understanding to our lives today?

3. In what ways does the breaking and renewal of the tablets parallel our own experiences of sin and forgiveness?

4. How can we ensure that God's law is not just written on tablets of stone but on our hearts, as prophesied in Jeremiah 31?

5. What practical steps can we take to actively participate in our spiritual growth and renewal, as Moses did in preparing the new tablets?1. Reflect on God's description of Himself in verse 5. How does this portrayal influence your understanding of God's nature?

2. Moses is seen interceding for the Israelites in verse 8-9. How does this model of leadership inform our roles in our communities today?

3. Why do you think God chose to renew His covenant with the Israelites despite their disobedience?

4. Explore the commandments given in verses 18-27. How can these ancient rules guide our lives today?

5. What does the radiance of Moses' face symbolize in this passage? How can we achieve such transformation in our own lives?

6. In what ways do the laws presented mirror or differ from societal norms today?

7. How can the events on Mount Sinai teach us about the seriousness of God's covenants?

8. How does this passage challenge our understanding of God's justice?

9. What does God's instruction to Moses about the creation of the second tablets tell us about second chances?

10. How can the Israelites' reaction to Moses' radiant face guide our responses to extraordinary spiritual experiences?

11. Consider God's response to Moses' plea for favor and forgiveness. What does this tell us about God's attitude towards repentance?

12. Moses was asked to present himself alone on the mountaintop. What does this say about our personal relationship with God?

13. Moses followed God's command without question. How can we develop such absolute faith and obedience in our lives?

14. How does God's mercy and grace manifest in this chapter, and how does that impact our understanding of His character?

15. How does the notion of God as a "jealous God" align with the loving and compassionate nature presented in the same passage?

16. What are the consequences of making a treaty with the inhabitants of the land as described in this passage? How can we apply this to our modern context?

17. How does this passage instruct us on worship, and how might we apply these principles today?

18. In what ways can we identify with the Israelites' fear of Moses' radiant face? How should we react when faced with God's glory?

19. What can we learn from Moses' 40-day encounter with God, especially in the context of our spiritual disciplines?

20. Considering Moses' use of a veil, how should we manage the spiritual revelations we receive in our interactions with others?

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